Metalurgija (Jan 2017)

Computer simulation of the aluminium extrusion process

  • A. Śliwa,
  • W. Kwaśny,
  • M. Sroka,
  • R. Dziwis

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 56, no. 3-4
pp. 422 – 424

Abstract

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The purpose of the work is computer simulation of the aluminium extrusion process using the Finite elements method (FEM). The impact of the speed of a punch falling on the material in the aluminium extrusion process was investigated. It was found that high stresses are created, leading to material destruction, if the punch is falling too fast. The design cycle is significantly reduced in multiple industrial applications if the FEM is applied, which enhances productivity and profits.

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