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In this study, a simulation model is obtained on engine hood inner panel, and the panel’s stamping process parameters are optimized based on orthogonal experiments. The investigation into feasibility and key techniques of steel-toaluminum alloy course of engine hood inner panel is carried out. While based on the optimized stamping parameters of steel hood inner panel, optimized parameters with regard to its aluminum alloy counterpart are obtained through CAE simulation. The main results are:(1) the research applied the orthogonal method to the optimization of stamping process, which guarantees the viability and efficiency of this process. (2) the model used in the forming process simulations is validated by actual trials, resulting in a reliable theoretic analysis. (3) analysis results from an exemplified hood inner panel can indicate the feasibility of using aluminum alloy instead of steel in other body panels, and assist to understand the influence of material and technical parameter on aluminum alloy sheet metal forming, so as to optimize the design process and increase product quality more easily.
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Chen, J., Lan, F., Wang, J., Wang, Y. (2008). Material Selection and Sheet Metal Forming Simulation of Aluminium Alloy Engine Hood Panel. In: Yan, XT., Ion, W.J., Eynard, B. (eds) Global Design to Gain a Competitive Edge. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84800-239-5_52
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