Optimizing Formability in the Production of 304 Stainless Steel Parts: A Comprehensive Study Using SIMULIA ABAQUS and Taguchi Method

Abstract

This research endeavors to enhance the formability of 304 stainless steel parts manufactured from SUS304 material. The application of SIMULIA ABAQUS software facilitates a numerical simulation of the sheet metal forming deformation process, enabling the prediction of formability, identification of optimal solutions, and mitigation of potential errors in the machining process. The study employs a combination of simulated deformation machining and experimental calculations based on the Taguchi orthogonal array, considering factors such as punch/die corner radius, friction coefficient, material thickness, and blank holder force in the simulation. Additionally, an analysis of variance (ANOVA) is conducted to assess the influence of these factors. The study identifies friction as the most significant factor affecting metal sheet forming deformation and determines the optimal set of technological parameters to achieve the highest product quality.