Lei Li, Mengxiao Yang, Yue Wang, Lei Gan, Haihong Huang
{"title":"Electromagnetic blank holding system for flexible segmentation in forming of complex parts: a flow rate-based design, configuration, and validation","authors":"Lei Li, Mengxiao Yang, Yue Wang, Lei Gan, Haihong Huang","doi":"10.1007/s12289-024-01853-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12289-024-01853-9","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Using a segmented holding system can effectively reduce cracking and wrinkling in the stamping process and improve the forming limit of stamped parts. Different segmentation schemes can be achieved flexibly using a blank holding system driven by electromagnetics. However, how to segment the blank holder to fulfill the demand for flow control of complex parts is still an obstacle to overcome. This paper proposes a flow rate-based design of distributed blank holders on demand for complex parts. A theoretical model is first established to analyze the differences in flow rate in the flange. Then, the flow rates are identified circumferentially and radially to find the locations where the changes in rates are large, and these locations are lined and deemed as the boundaries for segmenting holders. Moreover, a design implementation, including location identification and the electromagnetic system configuration for complex parts, is developed to explore the optimal segmentation schemes. To validate the effectiveness, the downscaling part of a car door with the material DP600 is selected to find the segmented scheme, and the corresponding prototypes of integral and segmented electromagnetic dies are then configured. Experimental results show that the thickening ratio is decreased by 15.4%, and the thinning ratio is increased by 22.5% compared with that of the integral blank holder, and the design achieves better quality and fewer segmented pieces compared with the conventional approach. This research assists in designing segmented blank holding systems enabled by electromagnetics and provides a universal segmentation approach to form better-quality complex parts.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":591,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Material Forming","volume":"17 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142256317","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Evaluating residual stresses in metal additive manufacturing: a comprehensive review of detection methods, impact, and mitigation strategies","authors":"Mumtaz Rizwee, Deepak Kumar","doi":"10.1007/s12289-024-01855-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12289-024-01855-7","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The metal additive manufacturing (MAM) process has most employed methods to build complex geometry and lightweight 3-dimensional (3-D) parts directly from a computerized solid model. Distortion of the printed part is a highly significant concern within the MAM process. This issue is because of the heating and cooling effect of printing process that could accumulate residual stress (RS) during part building up. The aim of the literature work is to present various methodologies for measuring RS in MAM components and to furnish a brief summary of recent developments in the domain. These details aid scholars in the discernment of suitable techniques, namely destructive, semi-destructive, or non-destructive, contingent on their particular applications and the accessibility of these methods. Moreover, it facilitates the explication of their formation mechanisms, effectiveness of process parameters, prediction, and control techniques. The effect of RS on the mechanical characteristics of printed parts is analyzed and presented. Additionally, common defects incorporated into RS are discussed. Moreover, this review article discusses about the future challenges and opportunities in the RS analysis of MAM parts.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":591,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Material Forming","volume":"17 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142256318","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Christoph Hartmann, Lorenz Maier, Tianyou Liu, Roman Norz, Wolfram Volk
{"title":"Straightforward identification of flow curve and yield locus parameters from three-point bending experiments","authors":"Christoph Hartmann, Lorenz Maier, Tianyou Liu, Roman Norz, Wolfram Volk","doi":"10.1007/s12289-024-01852-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12289-024-01852-w","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Material testing and modeling is one of the cornerstones of virtual analysis of sheet metal forming processes. However, it is also becoming more and more relevant for incoming goods inspection, especially in view of the increasing amount of recycled material or frequent changes of suppliers, e.g. to provide workers, processes and/or process models with relevant information about a new batch of material. Efficient material testing and straight-forward test evaluation is essential for this. The flow curve and yield locus are central to describe the forming behavior of sheet metal materials. However, the parameters of the associated models are currently determined in various tests on different systems and with special sample geometries. The present work presents a methodology that allows the determination of a set of flow curve and yield locus parameters from three three-point bending tests only. The evaluation routine does not require finite element simulation and processes only the force-displacement information of the bending tests, which also places low demands on the measurement technology. The results were compared with a conventionally determined parameter set using a validation test, and the results are of reasonable quality, especially considering the minimal effort involved.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":591,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Material Forming","volume":"17 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s12289-024-01852-w.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142180927","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mohammad Hossein Nikooharf, Mohammadali Shirinbayan, Mahsa Arabkoohi, Nadia Bahlouli, Joseph Fitoussi, Khaled Benfriha
{"title":"Machine learning in polymer additive manufacturing: a review","authors":"Mohammad Hossein Nikooharf, Mohammadali Shirinbayan, Mahsa Arabkoohi, Nadia Bahlouli, Joseph Fitoussi, Khaled Benfriha","doi":"10.1007/s12289-024-01854-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12289-024-01854-8","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Additive manufacturing (AM) has emerged as a commonly utilized technique in the manufacturing process of a wide range of materials. Recent advances in AM technology provide precise control over processing parameters, enabling the creation of complex geometries and enhancing the quality of the final product. Moreover, Machine Learning (ML) has become widely used to make systems work better by using materials and processes more intelligently and controlling their resulting properties. In industrial settings, implementing ML not only reduces the lead time of manufacturing processes but also enhances the quality and properties of produced parts through optimization of process parameters. Also, ML techniques have facilitated the advancement of cyber manufacturing in AM systems, thereby revolutionizing Industry 4.0. The current review explores the application of ML techniques across different aspects of AM including material and technology selection, optimization and control of process parameters, defect detection, and evaluation of properties results in the printed objects, as well as integration with Industry 4.0 paradigms. The progressive phases of utilizing ML in the context of AM, including data gathering, data preparation, feature engineering, model selection, training, and validation, have been discussed. Finally, certain challenges associated with the use of ML in the AM and some of the best-practice solutions have been presented.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":591,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Material Forming","volume":"17 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-09-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s12289-024-01854-8.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142180928","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yoganjaneyulu G., Vigneshwaran S., Sivasankaran S., Abdullah A. Alhomidan
{"title":"Influence of spindle speeds on the formability, microstructure, mechanical properties and fracture behaviour of Ti-6Al-4V alloy foils during single point micro incremental forming (SPMIF) process","authors":"Yoganjaneyulu G., Vigneshwaran S., Sivasankaran S., Abdullah A. Alhomidan","doi":"10.1007/s12289-024-01851-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12289-024-01851-x","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Knowledge of the deformation behaviour of Ti-6Al-4V using single-point micro incremental forming (SPMIF) is very important to understand the physics behind the microstructural changes, and forming limit. In SPIF, shape changes in sheet metals up to ultra-thin sizes can be performed without using a die and punch (does not require any specific tooling as in the conventional forming process) and hence, this process is recommended for the fabrication of parts in the aerospace, automobile, and bio-medical industries. Furthermore, in SPIF, the components are manufactured using a hemispherical end tool moving along a predefined path with an enhanced forming limit. The present research work has focused on studying the formability, microstructure, mechanical properties and fracture mechanics of Ti–6Al–4V alloy foils during SPMIF. The importance of spindle speed on the forming limits of the Ti–6Al–4V alloy foil was studied and it was found that the maximum forming limits were achieved at higher spindle speeds (200 rpm) due to strengthening of basal texture and weakening of prismatic texture components. A forming limit strain (FLS) was drawn at different spindle speeds (100, 150, and 200 rpm). XRD, EBSD and TEM analyses were performed for the phase analysis, orientation and dislocation density respectively. The fracture behaviour was investigated and the void coalescence parameters were compared with respect to spindle speed.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":591,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Material Forming","volume":"17 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-08-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141924471","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Liangfei Hu, Xu Zhang, Chaoyu Xie, Xuechang Zhang, Jie Shen
{"title":"The effects of network reinforcement distribution on the mechanical properties and cutting behavior of SiCp/Al composites","authors":"Liangfei Hu, Xu Zhang, Chaoyu Xie, Xuechang Zhang, Jie Shen","doi":"10.1007/s12289-024-01850-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12289-024-01850-y","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The morphology and distribution structure of the reinforcement have a significant effect on the mechanical properties and cutting process of composites. In this paper, two-dimensional tensile and cutting models are established respectively, and the validity of the models is verified by comparing with the cutting force and chip morphology in the experiment. The effects of network reinforcement distribution and particle aspect ratio on the mechanical properties and surface quality of SiCp/Al composites were compared and analyzed. Results show that the aggregation of particles can enhance their continuity, thereby improving their bearing capacity. Network structures and the increase in aspect ratios of particles both can enhance the degree of aggregation of particles, thereby improving their bearing capacity. However, an increase in the degree of aggregation of particles will also lead to an increase in cutting forces and a deterioration in surface quality. The hybrid network structure of particles with different aspect ratios was proposed. Compared with the ellipse particle reinforced network composites model, the network structure with hybrid particles improved the surface quality by 41.7%, while ensures the strengthening effect of the composite material.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":591,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Material Forming","volume":"17 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-08-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141934381","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dongsong Li, Stefanie Linnenbrink, Berk Tekkaya, Michael Dölz, Edgar Willenborg, Markus Könemann, Sebastian Münstermann
{"title":"Optimizing sheet metal edge quality with laser-polishing: surface characterization and performance evaluation","authors":"Dongsong Li, Stefanie Linnenbrink, Berk Tekkaya, Michael Dölz, Edgar Willenborg, Markus Könemann, Sebastian Münstermann","doi":"10.1007/s12289-024-01847-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12289-024-01847-7","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Dual-phase (DP) steels are widely used in the automotive industry due to their exceptional performance. It offers excellent strength, ductility, formability, and weldability. However, there is a high risk of edge cracking, particularly in materials like DP1000 steel, caused by residual damage from blanking, such as microcracks and burrs, which needs further investigation. In this study, the transformative potential of laser-polishing on DP1000 steel was investigated. The goal was to reduce edge crack sensitivity and enhance edge formability. In this work, laser-polished samples produced by various pre-manufacturing techniques such as sawing, punching, and waterjet cutting were examined. Various evaluations were performed on laser-polished samples. Those included white-light-confocal microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) analysis. Those evaluations aimed to analyze the microstructural transformation, surface roughness, and micro grain size distribution resulting from laser-polishing. Laser-polishing is a process in which the edge of the sample is remelted locally. Hence, residual damage vanishes, and surface defects disappear, which should be beneficial for edge formability. On the other hand, the cooling rate during re-solidification is high, leading to high strength and reduced ductility compared to the initial DP steel. Therefore, hole expansion tests were conducted to evaluate the edge formability of the steel. The results indicated a significant improvement in the hole expansion ratio of the laser-polished samples compared to samples with conventional manufactured edges. These findings will help to assess the advantages and limitations of laser-polishing in sheet material manufacturing.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":591,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Material Forming","volume":"17 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s12289-024-01847-7.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141865467","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jaebong Jung, Parviz Kahhal, Joo-Hee Kang, Ji Hoon Kim
{"title":"Analysis of bending behavior of ultra-thin austenitic stainless steel sheets considering surface effect","authors":"Jaebong Jung, Parviz Kahhal, Joo-Hee Kang, Ji Hoon Kim","doi":"10.1007/s12289-024-01849-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12289-024-01849-5","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>In this study, the influence of the surface effect on the bending behavior of ultra-thin austenitic stainless steel sheets was investigated. The presence of grains on the surface, which induces softening due to the absence of grain boundaries, can significantly impact the bending behavior. This phenomenon introduces errors in predicting bending behavior solely based on the tensile properties. To evaluate the strain-path dependent behaviors in bending, three-point bending experiments were performed on both unstretched and stretched austenitic stainless steel specimens with a thickness of 0.2 mm. To account for the distinct behavior of surface and inner grains, a surface layer model was developed, dividing the sheet thickness into surface and inner layers. Machine learning-based multi-objective optimization was used to calibrate the material parameters for each layer. The study examined the influence of the surface effect, thickness of the surface layer, and the choice of hardening model on the material behaviors. The findings revealed the important role played by the surface layer and highlighted the differences between the surface and inner layers. These results contribute to a better understanding of the bending behavior of ultra-thin austenitic stainless steel sheets, ultimately improving the accuracy of bending force predictions in engineering simulations.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":591,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Material Forming","volume":"17 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-07-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141742605","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Process window and mechanical properties for thin magnesium- and zinc-wires in dieless wire drawing","authors":"Merle Braatz, Jan Bohlen, Noomane Ben Khalifa","doi":"10.1007/s12289-024-01848-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12289-024-01848-6","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Due to their biodegradable properties, magnesium- and zinc-based alloys are in the focus of interest for numerous medical applications, e.g. in the form of thin wires. To achieve improved processability by using hot forming and to obtain higher diameter reductions per pass, the dieless wire drawing process is presented in this paper. In order to investigate the processability and the resulting mechanical properties, a selection of magnesium- and zinc-alloys as well as process parameters are chosen, and wire manufacturing is carried out using the dieless drawing process. The resulting process windows and mechanical properties for the selected materials are discussed. It is found that the length of the forming zone is an important indicator for the process window and the cross-sectional area reduction accuracy in the dieless wire drawing process. Furthermore, process parameter variations result in a distinct variation of the mechanical properties of the wires, whereas process temperatures close to the wire extrusion temperature result in mechanical properties similar to the as-extruded wires. Good localization of the deformation is found for forming zones of 25–75 mm length at elevated temperatures and cross-sectional area reductions of up to 30% are possible for Z1 and ZX10 in one drawing step.</p><h3>Graphical Abstract</h3><div><figure><div><div><picture><source><img></source></picture></div></div></figure></div></div>","PeriodicalId":591,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Material Forming","volume":"17 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s12289-024-01848-6.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141608849","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Giuseppina Ambrogio, Luigino Filice, Francesco Gagliardi
{"title":"Smart manufacturing platform based on input-output empirical relationships for process monitoring","authors":"Giuseppina Ambrogio, Luigino Filice, Francesco Gagliardi","doi":"10.1007/s12289-024-01844-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12289-024-01844-w","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Intelligent monitoring and maintenance protocols are undoubtedly crucial for improving manufacturing processes. Accordingly, machine learning techniques and predictive control models have been customized and optimized to account for the specific characteristics of the processes under investigation. In this context, the management of manufacturing processes in a “smart way” requires the development of specific models based on input-output empirical data. The aim of the proposed research was to develop an easily customizable application integrated into a milling process executed at the laboratory level. The application was designed to identify and record the operator, the order and the specific work sequences. It also supports the operator in setting processing parameters according to the type of work sequence to be performed. The application analyses specific process outputs, such as the wear growth on the inserts of the cutter in relation to the main input process parameters: depth of cut, feed rate, and spindle speed. This analysis is implemented by leveraging empirical evidence.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":591,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Material Forming","volume":"17 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s12289-024-01844-w.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141571868","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}