Forging shapes metal into the desired geometry through plastic deformation under compressive forces. Thanks to the fiber structure formed as the grains align during deformation, forged parts offer superior mechanical properties and fatigue strength compared to their cast counterparts — making forging the first choice for safety-critical parts in aviation and automotive.
Main topics
- Comparison of hot, warm and cold forging processes
- Open-die and closed-die forging; precision forging applications
- Die design, flash formation and management of material flow
- Post-forging heat treatment and microstructure control