Numerical Study of the Impact of Procedural Parameters on the Deformation of Fe-TiB2 Composite Throughout Deep-Drawing Operation

The advancement of metal forming techniques and procedures has been notably impacted by the integration of state-of-the-art tools, specifically within the extensive realm of FE simulations for numerical analysis. Obtaining precise numerical representations of material behavior throughout the forming process is crucial to ensure the reliability and excellence of the resultant outcomes. It is imperative to precisely characterize and determine the material attributes under examination and subsequently translate them into numerical material models. The development of steel matrix composite with TiB2 reinforcement requires a thorough insight of how they respond to loading conditions variation. This comprehension is essential for their mechanical characteristics modeling and their malleability prediction. This work unveils the inaugural application of an elasto-plastic material with a 12% ceramic reinforcement volume ratio, undergoing a Deep-drawing operation. The numerical simulation is conducted using Abaqus/Standard through the UMAT subroutine. The aim is to estimate the influence of specific procedural variables, namely the space between the die and the punch, the initial blank thickness, and the friction coefficient between the workpiece and the forming tool, to comprehend the deformation mechanics and the consequent influence of procedural variables. This analysis offers valuable insights into how these three procedural variables can be manipulated to improve the produced component quality and achieve enhanced malleability throughout the Deep-drawing operation.