ME 678 - Advanced Metal Forming

(4 credits)

The finite element simulation of metal forming processes using commercially available software. Focus on sheet metal stamping, tubular hydroforming and bulk metal forging. Mesh refinement, mass scaling, velocity scaling, element formulations, contact models, material models, CPU efficiency and postprocess solution interpretation are discussed. Project presentation typically required. Offered winter. Odd Years.

Prerequisite(s): Student must meet prerequisites (ME 578 and ME 569) or equivalent.