Application and research progress of computer simulation used in powder metallurgy process

With the quantity production of the powder metallurgy parts with the excellent comprehensive performance and complex shape, the computer simulation technology is widely used in powder metallurgy process to reduce the product cost, improve product quality, and shorten the development cycle. Several simulation software (Abaqus, Deform, Ansys, Comsol, and MSC.Marc) were introduced in this paper, which are widely used in powder metallurgy field at present. The advantages and disadvantages of the simulation software were compared. The application and selection for the simulation software in the actual production practice were also discussed. The expectation and development of the computer simulation software in powder metallurgy field in the future were put forward.