Forming Proceses

Question 1

What is rolling and what are its advantages

Answer 1

Cross section is reduced while improving mechanical properties.
Can be carried out at hot or warm temps depending on the application

Question 2

What is forging and what are its advantages

Answer 2

Controlled plastic deformation or working of metals into predetermined shapes by means of pressure and impact.
Offers high volume production
Improves strength and toughness
Cost effective

Question 3

What is extrusion

Answer 3

Material is forced through a hollow die which plastically deforms it taking the shape of the die.
Only limited to ductile materials

Question 4

What is deep drawing

Answer 4

Cold forming a flat pre cut metal into a hollow vessel

Question 5

What is wore drawing

Answer 5

Used to reduce cross section of a wire by pulling to through a drawing die.

Question 6

What is additive manufacturing

Answer 6

3D printing