3D FEM simulations of a shape rolling process

ABSTRACT: A finite element model has been developed for the simulation of the shape rolling of stator vanes. These simulations should support the design of rolling tools for new vane types. For the time being only straight vanes (vanes with a constant cross-section over the length) are studied. In that case the rolling process can be considered stationary and an ALE formulation is suitable to calculate the steady state. Results of simulations and experiments for a symmetrical straight vane are presented. Key words: shape rolling, FEM, ALE