Metal Forming Processes: Developments in Experimental and Numerical Approaches

Metal forming processes include bulk and sheet metal forming with numerous applications. This book covers developmental aspects of these processes such as numerical simulations to achieve optimum combination and to get insight of process capability. Implementation of new technologies to improve performance based on CNC technologies are discussed including use of CAD/CAM/CAE techniques to enhance precision in manufacturing. Applications of AI/ML, IoT, role of tribological aspects in green engineering are included to suit industry 4.0.

Features:

Covers latest developments in various sheet metal forming processes.

Discusses improvements in the processes with various material models.

Proposes process improvements by optimum combination of process parameters.

Includes finite element studies of processes and components.

Reviews process variability analysis.

This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in metal forming, sheet metal, metal forming finite element analysis including mechanical, manufacturing, and production engineering.