SINDRI - step 2

Purpose and goal:

The project aims to verify a new process for "Near Net Shaping”, where you produce a raw material that is very close to the final desired shape. This means that the extent of the cutting processing can be minimized and the amount of wastage as well. Today there are a few alternatives for Near Net Shaping, but these in turn entail major challenges in e.g. complexity, lack of flexibility and energy consumption.

The method combines a newly developed technology and proven processes that allow a high degree of automation, low threshold for implementation and high repeatability. Expected results and effects:

The project has potential to contribute to less waste material, higher energy efficiency and higher productivity in the manufacture of metal parts. In addition, the method has a relatively low degree of complexity, which enables a higher degree of automation. This will affect the work environment in a positive way and provide higher levels of safety and less risk.

I SINDRI step 2 we will validate the applicability of the technology for selected materials and components in various applications which will contribute to good opportunities for full-scale implementation in a next step. Approach and implementation: The project is divided into four different work packages with the following designated activities:

WP1: Project management and dissemination of results.

WP2: Literature study and identification of production parameters. Here, suitable applications and materials are identified, which leads to a test plan for further evaluations.

WP3: Practical test and evaluation. Manufacturing of green bodies, development of a suitable HIP cycle and verification of material properties such as microstructure, hardness, surface topography, residual stresses and strength. WP4: Tool design