User talk:Ansysimulated

This is the topic that most toolmakers want to know about when the use of forming simulation is suggested.

Before discussing this topic, it is important to understand what the intent of forming simulation is. A common misconception is that forming simulation software is a magical tool that is supposed to replace die designers’ and toolmakers’ years of experience. There is often a misunderstanding that such software can automatically design perfect dies with 100% success. This most certainly is not the intent of forming simulation software.

Forming simulation is a tool. In the same way that CAD revolutionized the way engineers’ design and draft 3D objects, forming simulation is revolutionizing the way toolmakers design stamping dies. As with CAD, the new technology has not replaced the need to have experience and competencies in the core skills of the business. Instead, the new technology enables the designer’s skills to be applied in ways that enable fast visualization of ideas, and fast investigation of design alternatives and allows confidence in the final chosen designs.

So this is how forming simulation fits with the industry. It complements (and does not replace) existing skills enabling fast investigations and checks of die designs prior to fabrication.