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This study introduces a coupled finite element model for designing carbon fiber reinforced polypropylene (CF/PP) parts in new energy vehicles. The optimized design reduces mass by 14.3% and improves energy absorption by 17.5%.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Automotive Engineering

Background:

  • Carbon fiber reinforced polypropylene (CF/PP) offers lightweight solutions for new energy vehicles due to its formability and recoverability.
  • Current design methods for CF/PP components often neglect manufacturing process constraints, impacting quality and reliability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel stamping-bending coupled finite element model (FEM) for CF/PP vehicular components.
  • To integrate manufacturing process constraints into the structural performance design of CF/PP parts.
  • To optimize the design for improved mass reduction and energy absorption.

Main Methods:

  • A stamping-bending coupled FEM was developed using ABAQUS/Explicit.
  • Hot stamping simulation was performed, transferring fiber orientation and angle data to update material properties.
  • Parametric studies and discrete optimization were conducted to analyze and enhance performance.

Main Results:

  • The blank holding ring's shape had minimal impact on fiber angle, but increasing its length enhanced energy absorption and crushing force efficiency.
  • A discrete optimization design improved bending performance by considering stamping-induced shear angle constraints.
  • The optimized design achieved a 14.3% mass reduction and a 17.5% increase in specific energy absorption (SEA).

Conclusions:

  • The coupled FEM approach effectively accounts for manufacturing process effects in CF/PP component design.
  • Optimizing designs based on stamping constraints significantly enhances structural performance and lightweighting.
  • This methodology provides a pathway for reliable and efficient design of advanced composite automotive parts.