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Springback behavior of AA6061 with non-uniform thickness section using Taguchi Method

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Establishing a non-uniform thickness section is considered one of the most effective approaches to reduce automotive part weight. Low weight results in low fuel consumption, which is good for the environment. Thickness is the most significant parameter to formability; therefore, forming a section with non-uniform thickness becomes a great challenge. An incorrect decision may result in a severe defect, and one of the main concerns is springback. This study focuses on the springback behavior of AA6061 strip with non-uniform thickness using the Taguchi method. Three parameters (i.e., thickness ratio, bend angle, and alignment) are studied, and results determine that the most significant parameter is bend angle, followed by thickness ratio, and then by the alignment of the specimen during the bending process.

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    M. F. Adnan, A. B. Abdullah & Z. Samad

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Adnan, M.F., Abdullah, A.B. & Samad, Z. Springback behavior of AA6061 with non-uniform thickness section using Taguchi Method. Int J Adv Manuf Technol 89, 2041–2052 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00170-016-9221-0

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