In this study, the hot forging process of a connecting rod was performed using both finite element method (FEM) and experimental method (EM). With four workpiece types, the forging processes were conducted using to evaluate the maxinmum forging force, the temperature contribution, the plascity tress, the filling ability, and detect the laps in the forging products. The best solution was determined based on these evaluated results. With maximum forging force of , the best filling ability, and the most uniform temperature distribution and plastic stress, the workpiece number 1 was determined as the best solution. |
