ARGUS
Optical solution for forming analysis
ARGUS supports the optimization of sheet metal forming processes through reliable and precise measurements of surface strains on components. The System uses photogrammetry principles to determine a three-dimensional image of a component in order to evaluate its forming and validate simulations.
Evaluation of forming conditions and surface strains
Holistic shape change analysis
ARGUS records 3D coordinates of components in order to evaluate forming conditions and surface strains of sheet metal components after forming. The System compares the measurement data obtained from the photogrammetry camera with the material's forming limit curve and determines whether areas are too deformed or are still within a certain tolerance range. Regardless of the size of the components, the optical sensor system captures surfaces holistically and generates reliable measurement data for the validation of simulations.
Simple optimization of forming processes
The optimization of sheet metal forming processes with regard to the correct choice of materials and optimization of tools is a decisive factor for competitiveness. The forming analysis system ARGUS supports such optimization processes particularly by convincing and precise results of the surface strain on the components. The ARGUS results are areal and intuitively interpretable.
Quick and easy to measure
Unlike conventional methods of deformation analysis, ARGUS offers a simple and fast measurement process and accurate results on deformation. Even complex and large parts can be measured within a short period of time.
Applications
- Tool try-out
- Validation and optimization of forming simulations
- Series production ramp-up
- Material acceptance test (material batches)
- Research and development to forming processes
- Detection of critical deformation areas
- Solving complex forming problems