• Manufacturing Automation Cell (MAC) Project Final Report 

  The Manufacturing Automation Cell (MAC) Project at Blackhawk Technical College (BTC), in partnership with Scot Forge, aims to advance manufacturing education by increasing the number of qualified advanced manufacturing technicians.

• Simulation-based Digital Twin Architecture for Enhancing Forging Part Quality and Control 

  The overall objective of this study is to develop a digital twin as an integral part of a forging system, upon which the physical machine and virtual/cyber machine harmoniously communicate and deliberate the influence of “inherent disturbances” on th

• Simulating Microstructural Evolution During the Hot Working of Alloy 718 

  This article discusses simulating microstructural evolution during the hot working of alloy 718.

• Thermal Modeling of Open Die Forgings Using Microcomputer Programs 

  There were two major objectives to this project: 1) to develop several computer programs that would execute on a PC which would model the thermal behavior of open die forgings during heat treatment and 2) to provide an opportunity for an engineering

• Backward Simulations using Modified Upper Bound Elemental Technique (MUBET) for Preform Design 

  The objective of this research was to develop mathematical models based on modified UBET for forging processes as well as forging preform design of axisymmetric parts.

• Modeling of Heating Cycles for Large Forgings Using a PC-Based Program 

  This paper discusses both the general philosophy used in the development of computer models and the study performed with one of the computer models to examine the effect of ingot size.

• Modeling of Heat Cycles for Large Forgings 

  This paper shows some of the results and analyses that can be obtained by using the computer model.

• Optimization of Open Die Forging of Round Shapes Using FEM Analysis 

  In this study, the finite element method was used to analyze the practice of open die forging, focusing on the effects of feed rate and rotation angle for optimal forging pass design.

• Finite Element Analysis of Forging Die Using Solidworks and Algor 

  This report is focused on the use and integration of the 3-D modeling software SolidWorks, and the finite element analysis software Algor.

• Computer-Assisted Design of Pre-Form and Finisher Dies for Cold Forging of Aluminum 

  The problem faced in this paper is to fully fill a die with the least amount of force.

• Criterion for Prevention of Central Bursting in Forward Extrusions Through Spherical Dies 

  This paper presents criteria curves, calculated using the finite element method, to avoid central bursting or internal chevrons in forward extrusions through spherical dies.

• Modeling of Open Die Forging Processes 

  An analysis of open die forging processes.

• Simulation of Centerline Defect Closure in Open Die Forging By Suhasini Gangatirkar 

  The present work is a continuation of a study that started when large H13 steel ingots forged at A. Finkl and Sons Company were rejected for quality purposes. Figure 1.1 shows a section of these bars which were rejected during ultrasonic quality cont

• Modeling of Heating and Heat Treating Cycles for Large Forgings 

  This article discusses the modeling of heating and heat treating for large forgings.

• Process Analysis of Multistage Forging Using Finite Element Method 

  In this study, the process sequence in the multistage forging of a CV joint outer race has been investigated by using the rigid plastic finite element method.

• Simulating Grain Size in Nickel Alloy Forgings 

  Nickel alloys such as 718 and Waspaloy are used in turbine engine applications where rotating components are subject to high stresses at elevated temperatures. Strength is developed through the chemistry, grain size and precipitation.

• Hot Impression Die Forging Process Parameter Development 

  The goal of this study was to display how properties, structure, and processing lead to the desired performance of a material.

• Thermal-Mechanical Modeling of Stainless Steel Forgings 

  In this paper, coupled thermal-mechanical simulations are performed, including the effects of die chill, heat generated due to plastic dissipation, and conduction and strength evolution that occurs after compression but before quenching.

• Finite Element Analysis of a Forging Die Whose Cavity Was Obtained by Reverse Engineering Techniques 

  This report documents the results of the finite element analysis of a die whose cavity was designed using reverse engineering techniques.

• Enhanced capability of metal forming simulation tools 

  Both FEM simulation and statistical analysis are well known tools in metal forming industries. Accuracy and performance of FEM software have been improving significantly over the last 10 years, and users are able to model real processes in a very goo