The AutoForm-Compensator software module is specialized on springback compensation. This new feature automatically modifies the part and/or tooling surfaces based on the precise springback calculation. Users define local regions for compensation; AutoForm then uses the springback results to automatically adjust these compensation regions. In addition, the compensated geometry is automatically used as new input for rapid and accurate tooling validation.

Photo: AutoForm-Compensator

The main benefits of AutoForm-Compensator are:

	Substantially reduce time and costs in engineering and tryout
	Improve planning reliability in die development, tool shop and assembly
	Take into account springback costs for more accurate tooling and stamping quotations
	Increase part and tool quality

AutoForm-Compensator's main features include:

	Springback compensation is computed in just a few minutes, even for large panels, due to a new and highly specialized algorithm. This saves considerable time by providing an accurate solution within only a few iterations.
	User-defined compensation regions make springback compensation easy and flexible to implement. This approach allows shop-floor practices to be reflected early during tool design.
	Complete integration ensures that springback results are automatically used to compensate tooling, and validation of the compensated tooling is automatically carried out through simulation.
	More reliable process layouts are realized during early planning phases – as AutoForm springback compensation minimizes the risk of later, costly changes to tooling or process due to springback effects.
	Assembly operations can be planned much easier, improving simultaneous engineering – as final part dimensions that take into account springback are known.

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Last Update September 01, 2008