OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The median citation count of International Journal of Material Forming is 2. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-05-01 to 2025-05-01.)

Article	Citations
Bending behavior of structured steel sheets with undercuts for interlocking with Al die-cast metal	78
Correction: High-reduction radial shear rolling of aluminum alloy bars using custom-calibrated rolls	35
Hot stamping of ultra-thin titanium sheets: mechanical properties, fracture limit and process verification	28
Effects of geometric parameters of screw type blind rivet joints on large blind head formation and pre-load	25
Automatic quality assessment of FE draping simulation results	23
Innovative square cogging to enhance void closure efficiency during forging of continuously cast round blooms	21
Recent advances in 4D printing hydrogel for biological interfaces	20
Crimp joint with low sensitivity to process parameters: numerical and experimental study	20
Straightforward identification of flow curve and yield locus parameters from three-point bending experiments	19
A study on the influence of thermoforming process on the optical properties of polycarbonate films	19
Procedure for optimal infrared heating of PET preform via a simplified 3D Modelling with ventilation	18
Laser shock micro-sheet bulk metal forming: numerical simulation and experimental validation	13
Analytical anisotropic hardening extension of a differential hardening yield function for strength modelling under various stress states with non-associated flow rule by a new linear transformation te	13
Consequences of large strain anisotropic work-hardening in cold forging	12
Bauschinger effect calibration by the different types of loading/reverse loading tests for springback prediction in sheet metal forming	12
A dynamic data driven application system for real-time simulation of resin transfer moulding processes	11
Unified thermomechanical model of Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy considering microstructure evolution and damage fracture under different stress state	11
Anisotropic plasticity deformation during micro-deep drawing of 304 foils: An experimental and numerical investigation	11
Adjustment of crystal orientations and application to crystal plasticity simulation of cup drawing	11
Optimization of die casting process and microstructure-mechanical properties of Al-Sc alloys	11
Investigation on the spiral-groove of flexible skew rolling hollow shafts with mandrel	11
Accurate real-time modeling for multiple-blow forging	10
Shrinkage porosity prediction empowered by physics-based and data-driven hybrid models	10
Temperature and plastic strain dependent Chaboche model for 316 L used in simulation of cold pilgering	10
Engineering estimates of strain and strain rate in helical rolling of balls	10

Pure and simple: investigating the in-plane shear kinematics of a quasi-unidirectional glass fiber non-crimp fabric using the bias-extension test	10
Numerical simulation of friction extrusion: process characteristics and material deformation due to friction	10
Model validation of hollow embossing rolling for bipolar plate forming	9
Analyses of shearing mechanism during shear-cutting of 980 MPa dual-phase steel sheets using ductile fracture modeling and simulation	9
Selective Laser Melting of Stainless-Steel: A Review of Process, Microstructure, Mechanical Properties and Post-Processing treatments	9
Generalisation of the hydrodynamics model method for hot and cold strip rolling application	8
Crystal plasticity simulations on work hardening and plastic anisotropy of A5083-O sheet subjected to various linear and nonlinear strain paths	8
Comparative study of various hardening models for the prediction of plastic responses under strain path change conditions	8
Springback behavior and control strategy for dimensional accuracy of hydroformed tubular parts	8
Evaluation of the mechanical properties and deformability of metal-based composite sheets made of thin stainless-steel sheets and carbon fiber reinforced plastics	8
Research on the temperature rise mechanism of ultrasonic field-assisted laser cladding	8
Optimum blank shape design in deep drawing process using a new boundary updating formula	8
Investigation of the shrinkage defects of high ribs in extrusion processes with plane strain characteristics	7
Engineering empowered by physics-based and data-driven hybrid models: A methodological overview	7
Effects and quantitative analyses of mechanical properties on strain limit during plastic deformation of zirconium alloys	7
Experimental and numerical investigation on the effect of rotational speed on exit-hole-free friction stir spot welding with consumable pin	7
The origin of end flare in roll formed profiles	7
Interfacial behaviors of continuous carbon fiber reinforced polymers manufactured by fused filament fabrication: A review and prospect	7
Inline closed-loop control of bending angles with machine learning supported springback compensation	7
Hybrid twin of RTM process at the scarce data limit	7
Effect of bending radius on deformation behavior of H62 brass tubes in a less constrained free bending process	7
Sheet metal forming processes: Development of an innovative methodology for the integration of the metal forming and structural analysis	6
Correction to: Interfacial behaviors of continuous carbon fiber reinforced polymers manufactured by fused filament fabrication: A review and prospect	6
Research on hydroforming through combination of internal and external pressures for manufacturing the structure of double-layer tube with gap	6
Machine learning methods for springback control in roll forming	6
Direct consideration of the explosive material role in the explosive welding simulations with qualitative and quantitative validation	6
Study on the Incremental sheet metal forming process using a metal foam as a die	6
Combined rotary draw tube bending and hydroforming: thickness recovery and defect optimization	6
Void closure during open die forging of large size martensitic stainless-steel ingots: an experimental-analytical-numerical study	6
Genetic effects of dynamic recrystallization on ductile fracture at elevated temperature for AA7075 alloy with various stress states: modeling and simulation	6
Determination of the forming limit of impact hydroforming by frictionless full zone hydraulic forming test	6
Research on magnetorheological elastomer assisted flexible multi-point stretch-bending technology	6
Machine learning in polymer additive manufacturing: a review	5
Numerical analysis of tooling design for extruding wide aluminium hollow profiles using multi-container extrusion technology	5
Description of elastic–plastic stress–strain transition in cyclic plasticity and its effect on springback prediction	5
Environmental impact of process constrained topology optimization design on automotive component’ life	5
Effect of axial ultrasonic vibration on the surface topography and microstructure of Al6061 chip in extrusion cutting	5
Integrating 3D printing of polymer matrix composites and metal additive layer manufacturing: surface metallization of 3D printed composite panels through cold spray deposition of aluminium particles	5
Hybrid twin models of fiber compaction for composite manufacturing based on dual kriging	5
Smart manufacturing platform based on input-output empirical relationships for process monitoring	5
Investigating delamination, uncut fibers, tolerances and surface topography in high speed Drilling of Polypropylene Composite Reinforced with carbon fibers and calcium carbonate Nano-particles	5
Research on iterative compensation method for springback control based on implicit equation	5
Achieving thin wall and high surface quality of magnesium alloy tubes in combined process of hollow sinking after die-less mandrel drawing	5
Effect of die misalignment on the joining quality of Al/steel self-piercing riveting structure	5
Selective laser melting fabricated tungsten with thin-walled structure: role of linear energy density on temperature evolution and manufacturing quality	5
Determination of the onset of yielding and the Young’s modulus after a change in the loading direction	5
ESAFORM 25th Year Anniversary	5
Evaluation of deformation for titanium alloy sheet in single point incremental forming based on asymmetric yield function	5
Measurement and analysis of deformation behavior of thermoplastic elastomer tube subjected to biaxial tensile stress under loading and unloading	4
Rotary compression test for determination of critical value of hybrid damage criterion for railway steel EA1T	4

Influence of the deformation sequence on the shape accuracy of multi-point forming	4
UNIMAT: An enhanced forming simulation model of prepreg woven fabrics, with application to process optimization for wrinkle mitigation	4
Microstructure and mechanical properties study of friction stir processed GH4169 via laser deposition manufacturing	4
Rapid multi-material joining via flow drill screw process: experiment and FE analysis using the coupled Eulerian‒Lagrangian method	4
Part-optimized forming by spatially distributed vaporizing foil actuators	4
Laser metal deposition of titanium on stainless steel with high powder flowrate for high interfacial strength	4
Study on necking defects, microstructure and mechanical properties of TC4 alloy by cross wedge rolling	4
Correction to: Strain path dependency in incremental sheet-bulk metal forming	4
Correction to: Calibration of the residual stresses with an active die during the ejection phase of cold extrusion	4
Optimization and inverse analysis in metal forming: scientific state-of-the-art and recent trends	4
Correction to: Deep drawability of additively manufactured sheets with a structured core	4
Analysis, simulation and experimental study of electromagnetic forming of titanium bipolar plate with arc-shaped uniform pressure coil	4
Local High Pressure Torsion: a process for creating targeted heterogeneities in metallic materials	4
Potentials of a friction-induced recycling process to improve resource and energy efficiency in manufacturing technology	4
Deep drawability of additively manufactured sheets with a structured core	4
Analysis of damage and fracture behavior in ductile metal sheets undergoing compression and shear preloading	4
Bulge bottoming process for reducing springback in U-bending of 980 MPa high-strength steel	4
Prediction for cryogenic formability of AA2219 alloy cylindrical parts with friction stir weld	3
Explaining hardness modeling with XAI of C45 steel spur-gear induction hardening	3
Casting hybrid twin: physics-based reduced order models enriched with data-driven models enabling the highest accuracy in real-time	3
Experimental and numerical investigation of the deep rolling process focussing on 34CrNiMo6 railway axles	3
Uncertainty quantification for conical hole expansion test of DP800 sheet metal	3
Modeling and simulation of hot stamping process for medium manganese steel alloy	3
In-plane torsion test – Analysis and design of the clamps	3
A review of methods and effects for improving production robustness in industrial micro-deep drawing	3
A different attempt to improve the formability of aluminum tailor welded blanks (TWB) produced by the FSW	3
Hydraulic bulge testing to compare formability of continuous and stretch broken carbon fiber reinforced polymer composites	3
Recent advances in the remelting process for recycling aluminium alloy chips: a critical review	3
The adaption, evaluation and application of a semi-empirical bond strength model for the simulations of multi-pass hot roll bonding of aluminium alloys	3
Characterizing and modelling the coupled in-plane shear-biaxial tension deformation response of unidirectional non-crimp fabrics	3
The ESAFORM benchmark 2023: interlaboratory comparison benchmark for the characterization of microstructural grain growth and dynamic recrystallization kinetics of a single-phase Ni-base superalloy	3
Development of a plane strain tensile test to characterize the formability of 5xxx and 6xxx aluminium alloys	3
A reduced single-pattern model for the numerical simulation of multi-pattern metal forming	3
Formulation, identification and validation of a stochastic internal variables model describing the evolution of metallic materials microstructure during hot forming	3
Polymer extrusion die design using a data-driven autoencoders technique	3
Edge trimming of flax fibers and glass fibers reinforced polymers composite – An experimental comparative evaluation	3
Enhancement of upsetting technology for minimizing internal defects in heavy ingot casting: simulation, optimization, and experimental validation	3
Numerical analysis of subgrain formation during metal cutting and rolling based on the crystal plasticity theory	3
Optimization of reduction schedule in a tandem cold rolling mill considering the material properties of the strip	3
The effect of post-weld heat treatment on the formability of aluminum to steel friction stir welded blanks	3
Analysis of wall thickness evolution and forming quality of sheet metal manufactured by wrinkles-free forming method	3
Advances in composite forming through 25 years of ESAFORM	3
Characterising the shear resistance of a unidirectional non-crimp glass fabric using modified picture frame and uniaxial bias extension test methods	2
An analytical model for designing defect-free sheet metal profiles with height-variable cross sections manufactured by Flexible Roller Beading	2
Constitutive modelling of plastic deformation behaviour for AA7075-H18 alloy based on hot forming and in-die quenching (HFQ®) process	2
Regularization of shear banding and prediction of size effects in manufacturing operations: A micromorphic plasticity explicit scheme	2
The influence of the adiabatic heating coefficient on the near solidus forming process	2
Identification of material parameters in low-data limit: application to gradient-enhanced continua	2
Changes in processing characteristics and microstructural evolution during friction extrusion of aluminum	2
Extending the potentials of draw-forging	2
Influence of the sensitivity of plastic deformation to the third invariant on the stress state achievable during stretch forming of isotropic materials	2
Theoretical predictions of dynamic necking formability of ductile metallic sheets with evolving plastic anisotropy and tension-compression asymmetry	2
Multiscale numerical modeling of large-format additive manufacturing processes using carbon fiber reinforced polymer for digital twin applications	2
Parametric analysis and machine learning-based parametric modeling of wire laser metal deposition induced porosity	2
Increasing formability in hole-flanging through the use of punch rotation based on temperature and strain rate dependent forming limit curves	2
Process window and mechanical properties for thin magnesium- and zinc-wires in dieless wire drawing	2
A novel experimental approach in determining forming limit diagrams by considering the effect of normal pressure	2
Novel finite element model of analyzing wall thickness during tube drawing considering raw tube’s thickness non-uniformity and die misalignment	2
Experimental and numerical study of frictional size effects in micro-metal forming	2
Crystal plasticity finite element study on the formation of Goss-oriented deformation inhomogeneous regions in electrical steels	2
Low velocity impact tube hydroforming process: experiments and FSI modeling by considering ductile damage model	2
Optimisation of interlayer temperature in wire-arc additive manufacturing process using NURBS-based metamodel	2
Homogenization of the interfacial bonding of compound-cast AA7075/6060 bilayer billets by co-extrusion	2
Numerical analysis and experimental validation in determining optimum multi-angular twist channel extrusion die geometries	2
Towards best practice in numerical simulation of blind rivet nut installation	2
Analysis of rolling force energy for thick plates based on linear yield criterion with accurate description of velocity field	2
An advanced resin reaction modeling using data-driven and digital twin techniques	2
Simulation research on the rotating back extrusion process for magnesium alloy wheel	2
Improvements in elongation and tradeoffs in strength and ductility of several Mg sheet alloys through cyclic bending under tension and annealing	2
Optimization of precharge placement in sheet molding compound process	2
A numerical study on the effects of DP steel microstructure on the yield locus and the stress–strain response under strain path change	2
A novel constrained ring rolling process of deep-groove rings by coordinate controlling the roller motion	2
Accuracy evolution and path compensation in 3D laser cutting process for advanced high strength steel parts: numerical analysis and experimental investigation	2
Stamping process analysis in an industrial plant and its limitations to obtain an industrializable Continuous Twin	2
Correction to: reduced order modeling of selective laser melting: from calibration to parametric part distortion	2
Modeling of distortional hardening including plane strain tension and pure shear for a TWIP steel	2