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Optimizing die parameters of microstam** process for PEMFC 316L bipolar plate using NCL fracture criterion and response surface methodology
We investigated the impact of die fillet shape, fillet size, die clearance, and die height on the microstam** of ultrathin 316L bipolar plates (BPPs) with stepped flow channels. Using the normalized Cockcrof...
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Analysis of rolling force and layer thickness in bimetal clad rolling
Composite strips combine the advantages of each component, and the thickness of each layer directly determines whether it can meet the special requirements of different environments and service conditions. Pre...
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Open AccessPrediction and Analysis of the Force and Shape Parameters in Variable Gauge Rolling
Variable gauge rolling is a new process to obtain a plate for which the thickness changes continuously by continuously and dynamically adjusting the roll gap upward and downward in the rolling process. This te...
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Open AccessExperimental Investigation on Micro Deep Drawing of Stainless Steel Foils with Different Microstructural Characteristics
In the present work, austenitic stainless steel (ASS) 304 foils with a thickness of 50 µm were first annealed at temperatures ranging from 700 to 1100 ℃ for 1 h to obtain different microstructural characterist...
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Open AccessEffect of Mechanical Surface Treatment on the Bonding Mechanism and Properties of Cold-Rolled Cu/Al Clad Plate
In the case of valuable cold-rolled Cu/Al clad plates, billet surface treatment before rolling is a significant process that can affect the bonding efficiency and quality. While the current studies primarily f...
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Hydraulic servo system of bilateral rolling shears for thick and wide plate
The hydraulic system of a bilateral rolling shear for a thick and wide plate is a nonlinear system. The sudden loading on the hydraulic cylinders caused by the collision between the steel plate and the upper b...
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Open AccessStructural Design and Dynamic Characteristics of Overloaded Horizontal Servo Cylinder for Resisting Dynamic Partial Load
When an output curve force is applied to a horizontal servo cylinder with a heavy load, the piston rod bears a dynamic partial load based on the installation and load characteristics, which significantly affec...
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Plate profile control during ultra-thin strip rolling utilizing work roll edge contact
During ultra-thin strip cold rolling, a phenomenon of work roll edge contact always appears. Very serious work roll edge contact and an edge wave occur when the strip thickness decreases; however, it is diffic...
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Micro-hydromechanical deep drawing of metal cups with hydraulic pressure effects
Micro-metal products have recently enjoyed high demand. In addition, metal microforming has drawn increasing attention due to its net-forming capability, batch manufacturing potential, high product quality, an...
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Effects of hydraulic pressure on wrinkling and earing in micro hydro deep drawing of SUS304 circular cups
Influences of hydraulic pressure on forming features in micro hydro deep drawing are different from those in normal drawing due to the small size of specimens. In this study, micro hydro deep drawing of SUS304...
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Physical Simulation of Critical Blowing Rate of Slag Entrapment of 80 Tons Ladle
The slag entrapment under different conditions of 80t blowing argon ladle furnace was investigated by physical simulation. The water was used to simulate liquid steel and liquid paraffin was for slag. The proc...