This function is used to calculate ironing rate such as Cup Drawing. The control window is illustrated in Figure 6.8.1.
Figure 6.8.1 Ironing Rate Control Window
l DEFINE DIE RADIUS
This function is used to calculate die radius. After the user selects three points in die by the mouse, the program will highlight display die radius, and at the same time, display the radius value in DIE RADIUS.
l DEFINE PUNCH
RADIUS
This function is used to calculate punch radius. After the user selects three points in punch by the mouse, the program will highlight display punch radius, and at the same time, display the radius value in PUNCH RADIUS.
After defining the radius of die and punch, the user can input original blank thickness, the program will calculate ironing rate automatically, and display the value.