Analysis of the influence of hot forging process parameters on tool wear using the finite element method

Abstract

The aim of the research is to determine the influence of variable parameters of the hot forging process on tool wear. The research was conducted using the finite element method, software used for simulating the forming process was Simufact.forming. The case study of hot forging of an artillery shell body was analyzed. Data on the dimensions and material of the shell were taken from official literary sources. The influence of four parameter was analyzed: lubrication, blank temperature, tool temperature and tool hardness. Each of the four listed factors has three levels, so the experimental plan was made according to the Taguchi matrix L9. By applying the statistical Taguchi method, the simulation results such as tool wear, forming load, etc. will be analyzed. The less-the-better analysis forms were used to analyze the results. The total amount