forming process planning and technology realization of the monoblock break beam frame

In order to meet the performance demands of train lorry, a die forging drawing method based on structure features analysis was proposed to form the L A break beam frame. The finite element method was used to simulate a series of die forging processes and the drawing processes with different parameters. The optimum cross section shape of the performing die was obtained from these simulation results. It is found that local back flow of the metal is the primary cause of necking defects in drawing. Furthermore, the best drawing speed is determined to be from 87 mm/s to 96 mm/s. The results of trial manufacturing and product detection indicate that employing a die forging drawing process to form the monobloc break beam frame is feasible.