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By using AutoForm, automotive manufacturers and suppliers can reliably design the processes for hot press-formed parts required for new car models. Additionally, it allows for the consideration of cooling water channels, enabling more accurate and easier prediction/detection of the location and size of hotspots that occur on the mold surface.

Currently, hydroforming technology is once again gaining attention, particularly in Europe and the United States. An article titled "The Renaissance of Hydroforming" was even published on a German industry information site. Here, Werner Teufel from AutoForm Engineering will introduce the latest applications of hydroforming in Europe and the United States, as well as explain the new features added to AutoForm Hydro 2014. [Contents] - Rapid design and simulation of tube hydroforming - Hydroforming of high-strength steel engine mounts – preforming and finished parts For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

In AutoForm-Sigma^plus, it is possible to consider countermeasures for defects "analytically" and clarify the process windows that can be processed, allowing for the implementation of effective countermeasures against defects.

This introduction discusses the collaboration between AutoForm-Explorer and AutoForm-Sigma as a method for examining and resolving surface strain during die face design. By utilizing the AutoForm-Sigma feature, which is standard in AutoForm-Explorer, it is possible to consider solutions not only for surface strain but also for issues such as cracks and wrinkles, as well as to minimize springback.

Our company provides software solutions for the mold creation and sheet metal forming industry. We enhance the reliability of process design and reduce the number and time of mold tryouts, ensuring the design of high-quality parts and molds. Our solutions fully integrate advanced specialized functions into a single system based on practical experience, industry know-how, and expertise in press forming, analyzing, scrutinizing, and optimizing each stage of the process chain. We offer solutions for the entire press forming process, ranging from standalone modules for small and medium-sized enterprises to fully integrated multi-module systems for large corporations. [Department Introduction] ■ Parts Development ■ Process Design / Cost Verification ■ Mold Development ■ Tryout / Mass Production *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

By correcting the springback prediction adjustment, which is usually performed in the final stage of press forming simulation, at an earlier stage, it becomes possible to carry out the process more easily and cost-effectively after mold processing. 【Contents】 - Simulation applying more accurate material information - Mesh and control parameters effective for measuring springback - Simulation of parts that replicate the production plan - Construction of a safe "green" simulation - Notes on setting up springback analysis and measurement *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

AutoForm-BuildOptimizer can resolve issues related to assembly accuracy by running multiple simulations and determining optimal parameters. It reduces the number of trial and error attempts on-site, enabling a quick start to production and ensuring stable production. 【Key Features】 - Easily define the clamps to be shimmed and their range of motion - Teach the joining position from the sheet movement amount - Calculate all process parameters necessary for optimization - Visualize the process window to understand the robustness of the joining process

In AutoForm-LineWelding, you can examine how thermal effects influence dimensional accuracy when welding joint components in a line welding process. This software supports welding lines for both flat and fillet welds. By setting the necessary processing conditions for the line welding process, such as welding output, speed, and direction, you can also calculate the impact of thermal loads on the zone affected by heat. From the changes in these thermal effects, you can investigate how they affect the dimensional accuracy of the assembly. *For more details, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further information.*