Simulation of Ingotless Rolling-Extruding of Rods from Alloy of Al-Zr System and Investigating into their Properties

Abstract

Computer simulation of the process of ingotless rolling-extruding (IRE) of aluminum alloy rods with a content of 0.15% zirconium in the Deform 3D software package performed. The temperature, speed and deformation parameters of the treatment of the investigated alloy determined under different process conditions. To check the adequacy of the models, rod samples were made on a CRE-200 laboratory unit at specified processing parameters. Using the Deform 3D software package, the forces acting on the rolls and the extruding die during the IRE determined and their comparison with tensometric experimental data presented. The mechanical properties, electrical resistivity of semi-finished products after processing by the method of ingotless rolling-extruding and for conditions of their heating to 230 °C investigated. Technological recommendations for the manufacture of deformed semi-finished products using the method of ingotless rolling-extruding are proposed.