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Forging work ratio 1

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metalguesser

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Mar 11, 2007
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Hi All!

What is work ratio in Forging?
What does a 4:1 work ratio mean?
Any pointers / help ? :)

 
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It is ratio of the cross-sectional area before and after forging; sometimes refers to percentage reduction in thickness.

This is very important to understand as fibre (flow) lines have to be developed during forging This fibrous structure provides the necessary strength.




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