Deformation Processing Technology Program: Key Elements
Data Review and Compilation
- Conduct Broad Search for Existing Public Domain Information and Data Regarding Deformation Processing. Determine What is Appropriate for Dissemination to Consortium Members and Others Through the User Resource.
DRA Material Property Database
- Specific to Deformation Processing Composed of Compression Flow Stress Data That Will Aid Any Bulk Fabrication Process Such as Rolling, Forging, Extrusion, Ring Rolling, etc.
Determine Critical Deformation Process Parameters
- Example for Extrusion: Ram Velocity, Extrusion Pressure, Billet and Container Pre-Heat Temperatures, and Extrusion Die Temperatures Through the Use of Thermocoupled Tooling and Extrusion Equipment.