Abstract: Forging and extrusion tools are often subjected to a combination of cyclic thermo-mechanical, chemical, and tribological loads. Strategies for minimizing these loads are critical for preventing premature tool failure and ...

Abstract: Hydrodynamic cavitation (HC) shows promise for surface modification and strengthening. While previous research has explored its potential for surface hardening and polishing, the application of cavitation for surface ...

Abstract: The advancement of micro tube hydroforming (THF) technology has been hindered by, among others, the lack of robust microdie systems that could facilitate hydroforming of complex parts that require both expansion and feeding. ...

Abstract: A novel hybrid heating method which combines the conventional electric-resistance specimen heating with microcoil heating of specimen ends to achieve uniform heating over the gauge length is presented. Resistive heating ...