Precision Bending of 6xxx Aluminium Extrusions

预计在未来10年内，铝在运输应用中的使用量将翻一番。挤压铝在空间框架等结构部件中的使用正在不断增长，弯曲是生产此类部件的关键过程。该项目的目的是开发挤压铝型材精密弯曲所需的关键知识和技术。主要成果将是：（i）了解挤压条件、结构型材的微观结构和可弯曲性之间的关系。 这将使挤压过程的优化，以确保一致的弯曲行为。(ii)精密弯曲用橡胶垫技术的发展。

The use of aluminium in transportation applications is predicted to double over the next 10 years. The use of extruded aluminium in structural components such as space frames is a growing area, and bending is an integral and critical process in the production of such components. The aim of this project is to develop key knowledge and technology necessary for precision bending of extruded aluminium profiles. The main outcomes will be: (i) Understanding of the relationship between extrusion conditions, microstructure and bendability of structural profiles. This will enable the optimisation of the extrusion process to ensure consistent bending behaviour. (ii) Development of the rubber-pad technology for precision bending.