FEM Analysis of Large H-Beam in Rough Rolling Process

The Standard and Explicit solver of ABAQUS were synthetically used to establish finite element model for reciprocating multi-pass rough rolling of large H-beam, in which the re-meshing technique was utilized to solve the problem of excessive deformation and rollers’ deformation were taken into simulation to increase the accuracy. Based on the simulation results, stress field, thermal field and deformation behavior of the workpiece were discussed. It clearly showed that the main deformation of profiled blank in rough rolling was web broadening. Compare the analytical rolling force results to the practical rolling process, and this method could provide some valuable references to the rolling practice.

Analysis of Advanced Strip Shape during Cold Rolling of Thin Strip

The demand of thin gauge strip with good quality such as the strip shape and surface finish is significantly increasing. In this study, finite element model of the strip shape during cold rolling of thin strip in asymmetrical rolling was developed, and the finite element simulation of the thin strip shape has been carried out in LS-DYNA. The effects of reduction and speed ratio on the strip shape and profile and the strip edge drop have been obtained. The developed finite element model has been verified with the experimental data. The obtained results are applicable to the control of the rolled thin strip shape in rolling practice.

Strip Shape Analysis of Asymmetrical Cold Rolling of Thin Strip

Strip shape control during cold rolling of thin strip is a challenge in rolling practice. In the paper, finite element model of strip shape during cold rolling of thin strip in asymmetrical rolling case was successfully developed, and the strip shape such as the thickness distribution along the strip width have been obtained. The developed finite element model has been verified with the experimental value, which shows they are in good agreement. The obtained results are applicable to control the rolled thin strip shape in practice.

Optimization of Nb HSLA Microstructure Using Advanced Thermomechanical Processing in a CSP Plant

There are two obstacles to be overcome in the CSP production of HSLA heavy gauge strip and skelp, especially for API Pipe applications. First, the microalloying should be conserved by eliminating the high temperature precipitation of complex particles. Second, the heterogeneous microstructure that normally results from the 800 micron initial austenite in the 50mm slab as it is rolled to 12.5mm skelp must be eliminated to optimize the final microstructure and improve the final mechanical properties. Alteration in the hot rolling sequence can strongly homogenize the final austenite and resulting final ferritic microstructure. When coupled with a low coiling temperature near 550°C, the new rolling practice can result in Nb HSLA steels that can easily meet requirements for strength, toughness and ultrasonic testing in 12.5mm skelp gauges for X70 API pipe applications. The underlying physical metallurgy of these two breakthroughs will be presented and discussed in detail.

Effect of Thermomechanical Processing on Texture and Mechanical Properties of Al-Cu-Li Alloy Plate

For 2195-T8 plate, design properties are based on the mechanical properties at the near surface location, corresponding to the load carrying thin membrane location in machined integrally stiffened structure. Mechanical properties at the near surface location are lower than those at the t/4 and t/2 locations. This work examined the effect of alternate temper and hot rolling practices on near surface strength levels. Results showed that alternate hot rolling practice were very effective in raising near surface strengths and improving property uniformity, and were well correlated with crystallographic texture measurements.