Roll forming high-strength steels pushes materials to their limits – damage and failure are real risks. In order to get more out of the process, targeted measures can be used to extend the process limits.

In this thesis, you will use FEM simulations to develop and evaluate the influence of these measures on the roll forming process. The results can be incorporated directly into the design and construction of a new roll forming line and the measures can be investigated experimentally.

What you can learn and take away from the thesis:

• You will work on a highly topical subject with direct relevance to industry.
• You will learn how to use modern simulation tools to evaluate processes.
• You will gain insights into a real research project at the PtU.
• You will gain valuable experience regarding material behavior, process optimization and design.

Research method

Constructive, theoretical, experimental, numerical