State of the Art in Incremental Forming: Process Variants, Tooling, Industrial Applications for Complex Part Manufacturing and Sustainability of the Process
2024; Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute; Volume: 17; Issue: 23 Linguagem: Inglês
10.3390/ma17235811
ISSN1996-1944
AutoresGerhard Popp, Sever-Gabriel Racz, Radu-Eugen Breaz, Valentin Oleksik, Mihai-Octavian Popp, Dana-Elena Morar, Anca Lucia Chicea, Ilie-Octavian Popp,
Tópico(s)Innovations in Concrete and Construction Materials
ResumoThis paper explores the development and application of the incremental forming process, an innovative method for manufacturing complex parts with high flexibility and low tooling costs. The review categorizes three key process variants: Single Point Incremental Forming (SPIF), Two Point Incremental Forming (TPIF), and Incremental Forming with Conjugated Active Plate (IFCAP). This study demonstrates the significant effects of these process variants on part accuracy and material behavior, particularly under varying process conditions. This study identifies critical technological parameters such as tool diameter, feed rate, and vertical step size. The findings also demonstrate the role of optimized toolpaths and lubrication in improving process efficiency. Applications of incremental forming across various industries, including automotive, aerospace, medical, and construction, demonstrate its versatility in prototype production and small-series manufacturing. These results contribute to a deeper understanding of incremental forming, offering practical recommendations to enhance precision, scalability, and material formability, and supporting future innovations and broader industrial applications.
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