Abstract
Finite element simulations for the press forming of a lower arm are performed using the explicit dynamic finite element method (FEM) code PAM-STAMP. To optimize the press-forming conditions and secure a safe product without any failure, such as fractures and wrinkling, the FEM simulations are coupled with Taguchi's orthogonal array experiment. Three design variables - the friction coefficient, plastic anisotropy parameter, and blank shape - are selected to be optimized. The numeric simulations reveal that the blank shape is the most important variable, and its modification is most effective in optimizing the press-forming conditions for a lower arm. In addition, the modified blank shape produces a high yield ratio for the in-come coil. The simulation results are confirmed with experimental ones.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 2539-2547 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A: Physical Metallurgy and Materials Science |
| Volume | 37 |
| Issue number | 8 |
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| State | Published - Aug 2006 |