By utilizing CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) in Shearing, you can predict rollovers, burrs, and work hardening around the cut end, thereby preventing possible defects. In this article, we will focus on “Shearing” and introduce the benefits of the CAE analysis, and case studies.
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WHAT IS SHEARING?
Shearing is a method of forming metals into the desired shapes and diameters with a set of punches and dies that have cutting blades on the interface.
The advantage of Shearing is that this forming process has high productivity compared with cutting with saws and grinders, machining, and laser beam machining.
The disadvantage of Shearing is that there are high chances of defects such as cracks and burrs on materials when you define the wrong clearances and fail to control production.
BENEFITS OF CAE ANALYSIS FOR SHEARING
CAE analysis for Shear Forming enables you to predict rollovers, burrs, and work hardening around the cut end that occurs during the process. This enables you to design appropriate tool shapes and forming processes, prevent possible defects in other processes, and reduce production costs.
EXAMPLES OF SHEARING SIMULATIONS WITH A CAE SOLUTION
Here are some examples of analyses using the CAE software “DEFORM”.
※What is the CAE software “DEFORM”?
DEFORM is a comprehensive machining simulation software for all types of metal processes, including forging, cutting, and shearing.
With a wide variety of analysis functions, our customers come from all fields, including the automotive, steel, aerospace, electrical/electronics, and chemical industries.
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The CAE software “DEFORM” is your best partner in plastic forming
CASE STUDIES (Click on the image to visit the 3D animation page)
Here are case studies of a wire rod cutting, and trimming (trimming is a post-forming process of pressing and forging) simulations with DEFORM.
The differences in the clearances for punches and dies, as well as the materials and shearing times make variations in rollovers and burrs around the cut edge.
CONCLUSION
We hope you found this article helpful.
By utilizing CAE, defects can be prevented in advance, and costs and lead times can be reduced.
In addition to the examples introduced here, the CAE software DEFORM has a wide range of functions to support designers, including other processes, data analysis, the design of an experiment module, and an optimization module.
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