Feasibility of Using a Large Press (80,000 - 200,000 Ton) for Manufacturing Future Components on Army Systems

Abstract

This report summarizes the findings of a study on the potential use of a large press, larger than 59kt, for manufacturing components of the present and future Army Systems. Specifically, the report covers: The technical background on and present status of large press forging technology; The summary and highlights of visits made throughout this study; Other contacts and information sources utilized in the study; Example parts that can be considered for forming/forging in large presses; and Potential use of flexible tooling to form armor plate.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1983
Accession Number
ADA132398

Entities

People

  • S. L. Semiatin
  • Taylan Altan

Organizations

  • Battelle Memorial Institute

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerospace Industry
  • Aluminum Alloys
  • Armor Plate
  • Assembly
  • Contracts
  • Engineers
  • Forging
  • Geometry
  • Hot Working
  • Hydraulic Presses
  • Infantry Fighting Vehicles
  • Manufacturing
  • Materials
  • Michigan
  • Production
  • Tensile Strength
  • United States

Readers

  • Metallurgy
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Technical Research and Report Writing.