Application of Finite Element Method to the Design of Superplastic Forming Processes

1992 ◽  
Vol 114 (4) ◽  
pp. 452-458 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Chandra ◽  
S. C. Rama
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Metal Forming ◽  
Superplastic Forming ◽  
Design Tool ◽  
Output Pressure ◽  
Pressure Time ◽  
Forming Characteristics ◽  
Element Method

Finite element method is used as a design tool in the prediction of process parameters for superplastic metal forming processes. The method is used in the design of various plane strain and axisymmetric components. The effect of varying die radii and die friction are studied in the forming characteristics of a simple pan. The cone test used for the mechanical characterization of superplastic materials is simulated. A complex component typically used in the aerospace industry is analyzed and the output pressure-time loading and the resulting thickness distributions are determined.

Metal Forming and the Finite-Element Method

1989 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shiro Kobayashi ◽  
Soo-Ik Oh ◽  
Taylan Altan
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Metal Forming ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Forming Technology ◽  
Computer Aided ◽  
Deformation Mechanics ◽  
Aided Design ◽  
Element Method

The application of computer-aided design and manufacturing techniques is becoming essential in modern metal-forming technology. Thus process modeling for the determination of deformation mechanics has been a major concern in research . In light of these developments, the finite element method--a technique by which an object is decomposed into pieces and treated as isolated, interacting sections--has steadily assumed increased importance. This volume addresses advances in modern metal-forming technology, computer-aided design and engineering, and the finite element method.

Multi-Step Forward Finite Element Method for the Numerical Simulation of Sheet Metal Forming

2011 ◽  
Vol 474-476 ◽  
pp. 251-254
Author(s):  
Jian Jun Wu ◽  
Wei Liu ◽  
Yu Jing Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Sheet Metal ◽  
Sheet Metal Forming ◽  
Deep Drawing ◽  
Metal Forming ◽  
Mapping Method ◽  
Constitutive Relationship ◽  
Element Method

The multi-step forward finite element method is presented for the numerical simulation of multi-step sheet metal forming. The traditional constitutive relationship is modified according to the multi-step forming processes, and double spreading plane based mapping method is used to obtain the initial solutions of the intermediate configurations. To verify the multi-step forward FEM, the two-step simulation of a stepped box deep-drawing part is carried out as it is in the experiment. The comparison with the results of the incremental FEM and test shows that the multi-step forward FEM is efficient for the numerical simulation of multi-step sheet metal forming processes.

Teaching the Finite Element Method As a Design Tool for Mechanical Engineering

1993 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. R. Grimm
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Solution Process ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Design Tool ◽  
Basic Solution ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
The Matrix ◽  
Analysis Of Results ◽  
Element Method

Abstract The importance of the finite element method as an engineering tool for design and analysis is emphasized in a senior level elective course taught at Michigan Technological University. The course emphasizes hands-on experience with computers and the pre- and post-analysis of results to establish confidence in solutions obtained. The students learn by using the finite element method to “solve” several design projects, rather than by being told about the method without significant actual experience. They also learn about the basis of the method, including formation of the matrix equations required and the numerical methods used in their solution. Intelligent use of the method requires that engineers understand both the mechanics of how to apply the method, i.e modeling requirements, and the limitations imposed by the basic solution process. The course provides the students with important experience in using the powerful finite element method as a design tool. It requires a strong background of fundamentals and stimulates the problem solving thinking skills so essential to industry.

Acoustic Characterization of Inhomogenous Layers using Finite Element Method

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Per Kristian Bolstad ◽  
Tung Manh ◽  
Martijn Frijlink ◽  
Lars Hoff
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Acoustic Characterization ◽  
Element Method
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