Rapid Tooling for Sheet Metal Forming Using Profiled Edge Laminations—Design Principles and Demonstration

1998 ◽  
Vol 120 (4) ◽  
pp. 746-754 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. F. Walczyk ◽  
D. E. Hardt
Keyword(s):  
Sheet Metal ◽  
Sheet Metal Forming ◽  
Metal Forming ◽  
General Procedure ◽  
Formal Analysis ◽  
Design Principles ◽  
Rapid Tooling ◽  
Cnc Machining ◽  
Die Geometry ◽  
Die Materials

Sheet metal forming dies constructed of laminations offer advantages over more conventional tooling fabrication methods (e.g. CNC-machining) in terms of tooling accessibility, reduced limitations on die geometry and faster fabrication with harder die materials. Furthermore, the recently introduced Profiled Edge Lamination (PEL) tooling method improves upon other lamination-based tooling methods. Adoption of this promising rapid tooling method by industry is being hindered by the lack of formal analysis, design principles, and manufacturing requirements needed to construct dies in such a manner. Therefore, the propensity for delamination of the die is discussed and preventive measures are suggested. The basic machining instructions, i.e., an array of points and directional vectors for each lamination, are outlined for both compound and planar profiled-edge bevels. Laser, AWJ and flute-edge endmilling are experimentally identified as the most promising methods for machining bevels. Development of a stand-alone PEL fabrication machine is suggested over retrofitting commercially-available 5-axis machines. Finally, the general procedure for creating PEL dies is implemented in the construction of a matched set of sheet metal forming tools. These tools are used to successfully stamp a sheet metal part out of draw-quality steel.

A Comparison of Rapid Fabrication Methods for Sheet Metal Forming Dies

1999 ◽  
Vol 121 (2) ◽  
pp. 214-224 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. F. Walczyk ◽  
D. E. Hardt
Keyword(s):  
Sheet Metal ◽  
Sheet Metal Forming ◽  
Metal Forming ◽  
Lead Time ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Cnc Machining ◽  
Die Geometry ◽  
Manufacturing Operations ◽  
Time Shape ◽  
Rapid Fabrication

The need for rapid, low-cost die fabrication and modification methods is greater than ever in the sheet metal forming sector of industry. Consequently, three fabrication methods, suitable for rapid die development schemes, are being compared experimentally based on cost, lead-time, shape resolution and flexibility issues. The candidate methods include CNC-machining a solid billet of material (standard method), assembling and clamping an array of profiled-edge laminations (PEL), and configuring and clamping a matrix of closely-packed pins (discrete die). A matched-set of forming dies was made using each of the candidate fabrication methods for stamping an FEA-verified benchmark part out of steel sheet. Based on the stamping experiments, a PEL die is shown to be similar to CNC-machined dies except that most tooling accessibility problems are eliminated, die geometry limitations are reduced and faster fabrication is possible for harder tool materials. When compared with CNC-machined dies, the discrete die method limits part shape fidelity, maximum forming loads, die geometry and blankholder incorporation. However, the discrete die method excels over the other two methods in terms of lower cost and faster fabrication time. The results of this study make a strong case for the sheet metal forming sector of industry to actively implement the PEL and discrete die methods in their manufacturing operations.

APPLICATION OF 3D PRINTING TECHNOLOGY FOR RAPID TOOLING IN SHEET METAL FORMING

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 20-30
Author(s):  
M.A. SEREZHKIN ◽  
D.O. KLIMYUK ◽  
A.I. PLOKHIKH
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Sheet Metal ◽  
Sheet Metal Forming ◽  
Metal Forming ◽  
Rapid Tooling ◽  
Printing Technology ◽  
3D Printing Technology ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Printed Materials ◽  
Printing Parameters

The article presents the study of the application of 3D printing technology for rapid tooling in sheet metal forming for custom or small–lot manufacturing. The main issue of the usage of 3D printing technology for die tooling was discovered. It is proposed to use the method of mathematical modelling to investigate how the printing parameters affect the compressive strength of FDM 3D–printed parts. Using expert research methods, the printing parameters most strongly affecting the strength of products were identified for further experiments. A method for testing the strength of 3D–printed materials has been developed and tested.

Large-Scale Laminated Dies for Sheet Metal Forming

2002 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Walczyk
Keyword(s):  
Sheet Metal ◽  
Sheet Metal Forming ◽  
Metal Forming ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Thick Layer ◽  
Steel Part ◽  
Cnc Machining ◽  
Front End ◽  
Time Required ◽  
Awj Cutting

As part of a 5-year NSF-sponsored project, a design and fabrication system is being developed for Profiled Edge Laminated (PEL) tooling. The PEL tooling method is a thick-layer Rapid Tooling (RT) approach that offers distinct advantages over both conventional CNC machining of billets and other RT processes. Furthermore, the method is ideally suited for developing large-scale sheet metal forming tools. To date, the following design, fabrication and analysis tools have been completed: details of the ‘front-end’ design and analysis process; valid structural and thermal FEL modeling methods for PEL tooling; and development of the ‘back-end’ PEL tool fabrication process consisting of a CAM software system to allow AWJ cutting of individual PELs based on a CAD model. The front end process has been demonstrated with matched die forming of a 2-dimensional steel part. The back-end process has also been demonstrated using a 3-dimensional hydroformed aluminum part. Future work will include incorporation of variable thickness and orientation algorithms that account for stock lamination thicknesses and part dimensional tolerances, more advanced structural and thermal models, the means to predict the cost and time required for fabrication of PEL tools, an investigation of different lamination bonding methods, and additional industrial case studies.

Forming

2013 ◽  
pp. 163-211
Keyword(s):  
Sheet Metal ◽  
Sheet Metal Forming ◽  
Deep Drawing ◽  
Metal Forming ◽  
Superplastic Forming ◽  
Electromagnetic Forming ◽  
Stretch Forming ◽  
Drop Hammer ◽  
Die Materials

Abstract This chapter describes sheet metal forming operations, including cutting, blanking, piercing, and bending as well as deep drawing, spinning, press-brake and stretch forming, fluid forming, and drop hammer and electromagnetic forming. It also discusses the selection and use of die materials and lubricants along with superplastic forming techniques.

scholarly journals Implementing Incremental Sheet Metal Forming on a CNC Machining Centre

2016 ◽  
pp. 0926-0929 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio Calvino Fernandez-Trujillo ◽  
Asuncion Rivero ◽  
Miguel Alvarez ◽  
Francisco Javier Puerta ◽  
Jorge Salguero ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sheet Metal ◽  
Sheet Metal Forming ◽  
Metal Forming ◽  
Cnc Machining ◽  
Incremental Sheet Metal Forming

ИССЛЕДОВАНИЕ ТОЧНОСТИ ДЕТАЛЕЙ, ПОЛУЧАЕМЫХ ПРИ РАЗДЕЛИТЕЛЬНЫХ ОПЕРАЦИЯХ В ПЕРЕНАЛАЖИВАЕМЫХ ШТАМПАХ

2018 ◽  
pp. 52-63
Author(s):  
Е. А. Фролов ◽  
В. В. Агарков ◽  
С. И. Кравченко ◽  
С. Г. Ясько
Keyword(s):  
Sheet Metal ◽  
Sheet Metal Forming ◽  
Metal Forming ◽  
Balance Method ◽  
Experiment Planning ◽  
Practical Recommendations

To determine the accuracy of the readjustable punches for separating operations (perforation + punching out) of sheet-metal forming, the accuracy parameters were analyzed using the random balance method using the method of experiment planning. Analytical dependencies are obtained to determine the values of deviation of the outer and inner contour dimensions of perforated and punched out sheet parts. From the dependencies obtained, it is possible to estimate and predict the value of deviation in the dimensions of the resulting part at any time during the operation of the punch. Practical recommendations on the calculation of the actuating dimensions of the working elements (stamping punch, matrix) of readjustable punches are offered.

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