Abstract
A universal joint fork is one of the key parts of the automotive and tractor drive shaft system, which needs high requirements in dimensional accuracy and product quality. In this study, the numerical simulation analysis of closed-die forging of the universal joint fork was carried out using the rigid-visco-plastic finite element model. In view of formation, heat transfer and heating generation coupled, the variation rules of forming load, stress field and strain field were obtained. The numerical simulation results show that good process parameters conditions can effectively control forming load, enhance metal flow and improve die life.
Publisher
Trans Tech Publications, Ltd.