The objective of this research was to develop a computer-controlled method for the cold forming of ship frames, i.e., large steel beams. The approach taken was to develop a bench scale model of a beam-bending apparatus that can shape ship frames by applying pure bending moment to the members and eliminate out-of-plane deformation by computer routines that correct incipient errors detected during the bending. Successful completion of the project can potentially revitalize the ailing U.S. ship-building industry by vastly reducing the costly customization process, thereby reducing the costs of shipbuilding. From this project the Maritime Administration expects to obtain specifications for a full-scale beam bender. Overall, project utilization is significant in that a federal agency, the Maritime Commission, is using the research results; in addition, attitudes of industry are being modified through awareness of the ultimate potential of the techniques being developed.


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    Title :

    RANN Utilization Experience. Case Study No. 5. Automated Beam Bender


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    Publication date :

    1975


    Size :

    30 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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