Manufacturing and performance of 3D printed plastic tools for air bending applications
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jmapro.2021.04.045
Abstract: Abstract In the sheet metal forming industry, rapid tools, especially those made of polymeric materials, are increasingly used for small to medium volume productions, to compress the times and costs of tooling. The present work… read more here.
Keywords: air bending; performance; performance printed; plastic tools ... See more keywords
Gray Box Approach for Prediction of Air Bending
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DOI: 10.1016/j.promfg.2018.12.042
Abstract: Abstract Analytical predictions and black box approaches are well-known strategies for the prediction of forming processes. Each of them has its own advantages and weaknesses. Analytical predictions lack flexibility, but usually have a strong theoretical… read more here.
Keywords: air bending; gray box; box approach; box ... See more keywords
Bending Parameters in Heat Assisted Air Bending of High Strength Steels
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DOI: 10.1016/j.promfg.2020.04.250
Abstract: Abstract The usage of high strength steels is a viable option for improving existing sheet metal constructions manufactured by air bending. This improvement can be achieved through increased payload, lighter structures or enlarged safety margins.… read more here.
Keywords: air bending; high strength; heat assisted; strength steels ... See more keywords