AFDEX Newsletter Q4 2026

Key Highlights

AFDEX_V26R01 Release

An overview of the latest AFDEX release, including new features and improvements designed to enhance metal forming simulation workflows.

Asymmetric Ring Rolling Simulation

A simulation case study examining the forming behavior of asymmetric ring geometries during the ring rolling process.

Microstructure and Hardness Prediction

Recent improvements in microstructure and hardness prediction for metal forming analysis.

Wheel Hub Forging Simulation

Engineering applications involving front and rear wheel hub forging processes.

Roll Forming Springback Prediction

Simulation applications for evaluating springback behavior in roll forming processes.

New Features and UI Improvements

Updates to die-position initialization, 3D piercing and trimming, and other simulation functions.

1. AFDEX V26R01 Release

2. AFDEX Simulation Case Studies
2.1 Asymmetric Ring Rolling Simulation
2.2 Microstructure and Hardness Prediction Improvements
2.3 Front and Rear Wheel Hub Optimization
2.4 Springback Prediction in Roll Forming
2.5 Multi-Body Tensile Test Simulation

3. Major UI Improvements
3.1 Grouped Die-Position Initialization
3.2 3D Piercing/Trimming Improvements
3.3 Postprocessor Vector Display Improvements
3.4 Automatic Die Corner Radius Correction for 2D DXF Models
3.5 Material Property Input UI Redesign
3.6 Hydraulic Press Settings in the Preprocessor

4. Notice
4.1 MFRC at ICTP 2026

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