Papers from a November 2001 and an October 2002 symposium examine academic and commercial aspects of recent research in the field. They address a range of metals and alloys as well as novel materials such as composites, sandwiches, and foamed metals. They also deal with innovative topics such as hig

Ultra fine-grained metals can show exceptional ductility, known as superplasticity, during sheet forming. The higher ductility of superplastic metals makes it possible to form large and complex components in a single operation without joints or rivets. The result is less waste, lower weight and manufacturing costs, high precision and lack of residual stress associated with welding which makes components ideal for aerospace, automotive and other applications. Superplastic forming of advanced metallic materials summarises key recent research on this important process.Part one reviews types of superplastic metals, standards for superplastic forming, processes and equipment. Part two discusses ways of modelling superplastic forming processes whilst the final part of the book considers applications, including superplastic forming of titanium, aluminium and magnesium alloys.With its distinguished editor and international team of contributors, Superplastic forming of advanced metallic materials is a valuable reference for metallurgists and engineers in such sectors as aerospace and automotive engineering.Note: The Publishers wish to point out an error in the authorship of Chapter 3 which was originally listed as: G. Bernhart, Clément Ader Institute, France. The correct authorship is: G Bernhart, P. Lours, T. Cutard, V. Velay, Ecole des Mines Albi, France and F. Nazaret, Aurock, France. The Publishers apologise to the authors for this error. - Reviews types of superplastic metals and standards for superplastic forming - Discusses the modelling of superplastic forming, including mathematical and finite element modelling - Examines various applications, including superplastic forming of titanium, aluminiun and magnesium alloys

This CD-ROM contains the proceedings of the Advances in Superplasticity and Superplastic Forming symposium held at the 2004 TMS Annual Meeting in Charlotte, North Carolina on the days of March 15th through March 17th, 2004.

Superplastic forming (SPF) has come a long way from its relatively recent history of being of interest only to the aerospace and aeronautical industries, and has made rapid inroads into applications in the automotive, rail, architectural, sports, dental and entertainment sectors. This book comprises 82 papers which describe in detail the latest developments in the field. All aspects of the subject are covered, ranging from the atomistic simulation of grain-boundary sliding to the industrial-scale application of superplasticity and of diffusion bonding. This volume therefore represents an invaluable guide to the state-of-the-art in this field.

Proceedings of the Conference Organised on Behalf of the Superplastic Forming Committee of the Manufacturing Division of the Institute of Materials and Held at the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (Umist) on 7-8 December 1994, with the focus on 'Superplasticity: 60 Years After Pearson'.

Following the conference theme "affordable manufacturing solutions for the 21st century," contents include: laser positioning system for advanced composites lay-up, delta III payload fairing; characterization of flow front in resin transfer molding; optical layup template; modeling and assessment of machine tool dynamics and accuracy; the role of castings in part consolidation; automated assembly of large products; automation of the space shuttle solid rocket motor assembly process; evolution to lean manufacturing: a case study of Boeing of Spokane; and advances in real-time monitoring of acoustic emissions.