Original scientific paper

Numerical analysis of AZ61 magnesium alloy extrusion process by modified equal channel angular extrusion (ECAE) method

T. Bajor ; Czestochowa University of Technology, Czestochowa, Poland
M. Krakowiak ; Czestochowa University of Technology, Czestochowa, Poland
P. Szota ; Czestochowa University of Technology, Czestochowa, Poland

Abstract

The paper presents the results of numerical modelling of AZ61 magnesium alloy hot deformation using modified ECAE method. The temperature-velocity conditions were analysed using FEM. The extrusion process was realised using the die with modified angular channel containing horizontal contracting zone in the material exit direction. The channels were arranged at right angle relatively to each other. The main aim of the numerical research was to determine the most favourable parameters of the extrusion that allow obtaining the products with good mechanical properties. The final product is a round rod that could be used as a material charge to further plastic deformation process.

Keywords

AZ61 magnesium alloy; modified ECAE method; FEM

Hrčak ID:

122169

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/122169

Publication date:

1.10.2014.

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