Optimization of Preform for Stub Axle Forging Using Simulation Software

There is a growing demand for more efficient and economic manufacturing process to improve product quality, reduce production cost, reduce lead time and increase productivity. The application of computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) techniques to forging is becoming increasingly popular as the resulting improvements in yield and productivity. Modeling and simulation have become a major concern in recent and advanced research. In this paper die design for forging of an automobile component “Stub Axle” is presented. In die forging process, complex shape component cannot be made in one stage and therefore, the use of preform die becomes essential. The initial preform design was carried out by conventional method. The simulation has been carried out using software DEFORM-3D. The main goal of this study is to design an optimal preform shape resulting an optimal initial billet selection. Keywords:CAD/CAM, Preform, DEFORM-3D, Simulation, Forging

Preform design in axial hot closed die forging by isothermal surface method. Part 3. Preform design of industrial cases

The isothermal surfaces method for preform design is proposed. The procedure for determining of the preform shape is given. The features in using of the method for forgings with various shapes are considered. The method is illustrated by industrial examples. The design algorithm uses the QForm metal forming simulation software to build isothermal surfaces and check the quality of the designed die geometry by finite element modeling, as well as specially developed version of the QFormDirect CAD based on SpaceClaimтм.

Preform design in axial hot closed die forging by isothermal surface method. Part 1. Overview of preform design methods. Theoretical aspects and algorithm of preform shape design

Methods of preform design in hot-die forging are analyzed. It is noted that despite numerous works in this fi eld, preform design is still often based on the trial-and-error method. The isothermal surfaces method for preform design is proposed and its mathematical basis is considered. The procedure for determining of the preform shape is given. The design algorithm uses the QForm metal forming simulation software to build isothermal surfaces and check in the quality of the designed die geometry by finite element modeling, as well as specially developed version of the QFormDirect CAD based on SpaceClaim™.

Preform design in axial hot closed die forging by isothermal surface method. Part 2. Application of isothermal surfaces method for complex shape forgings

The isothermal surfaces method for preform design is proposed. The procedure for determining of the preform shape is given. The features in using of the method for forgings with various shapes are considered. The method is illustrated by industrial examples. The design algorithm uses the QForm metal forming simulation software to build isothermal surfaces and check the quality of the designed die geometry by finite element modeling, as well as specially developed version of the QFormDirect CAD based on SpaceClaimтм.