Integrated Process Simulation and Die-Design in Sheet Metal Forming

Abstract

During the recent 10-15 years, Computer Aided Process Planning and Die Design evolved as one of the most important engineering tools in sheet metal forming, particularly in the automotive industry. This emerging role is strongly emphasized by the rapid development of Finite Element Modelling, as well. In this paper, an integrated process simulation and die design system developed at the University of Miskolc, Department of Mechanical Engineering will be introduced. The proposed integrated solution has great practical importance to improve the global competitiveness of sheet metal forming in the very important segment of industry. The concept to be described in this paper may have specific value both for process planning and die design engineers.