Analysis of Forging Tool Repair Strategies for Maximizing Service Life Forging Tool analysis
2024 (English)Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (Two Years)), 20 credits / 30 HE credits
Student thesis
Abstract [en]
This thesis investigates the economic, and technical feasibility of using Additive Manufacturing (AM), specifically Laser Metal Deposition (LMD-p), for the repair of forging tool. Forging tools require frequent repairs and eventually replacement due to their severe wear and tear, especially from abrasive wear and plastic deformation. Although traditional machining is effective but the , traditional machining techniques wastes materials, wears tools more frequently, and use more energy. This study investigates AM as a more economical and environmentally friendly substitute. Furthermore, AM contributes to environmental goals by reducing energy use. Although AM infrastructure requires a capital investment up front, the long-term advantages it offers over conventional techniques make it a very compelling alternative for tool maintenance in the future. The study's concentration on a single particular tool used by a company, however, puts limits on it.
Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
2024. , p. 38
Series
TRITA-ITM-EX ; 2024:563
Keywords [en]
Additive Manufacturing (AM), Laser Metal Deposition (LMD-p), forging tool repair, traditional machining, cost analysis, abrasive wear, plastic deformation, environmental impact
Keywords [sv]
Additiv tillverkning (AM), Laser Metal Deposition (LMD-p), reparation av smidesverktyg, traditionell bearbetning, kostnadsanalys
National Category
Production Engineering, Human Work Science and Ergonomics
Identifiers
URN: urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-362290OAI: oai:DiVA.org:kth-362290DiVA, id: diva2:1951232
Subject / course
Production Engineering
Educational program
Master of Science - Production Engineering and Management
Presentation
2024-10-25, 00:00
Supervisors
Examiners
2025-04-102025-04-102025-04-10Bibliographically approved