drop forging

Definition

Metal shaping process in which a hot piece of metal is hammered (forged) between the stationary part and the moving (dropping) part of a two-piece hollow metal die (called forging die) in one or several operations. Employed usually in manufacturing axles, crankshafts, gears, and tools.


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