The Ohio State University

Professor


Diplom Ingenieur 1962, Technical University, Hannover, Germany
MS 1964, University of California, Berkeley
PhD 1966, University of California, Berkeley

Room E402
201 W. 19th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210

614-292-5063

Email: altan.1

Research

Major research capabilities include: a) simulation and optimization of forging, sheet forming, hydroforming, and metal cutting processes, b) cold precision forging using multiple action tooling, c) blank holder force control in stamping, d) die and mold manufacturing including high speed milling, and e) rapid tool manufacturing and prototyping of products and processes. Other interests include comparison of manufacturing education in various countries and industry related research and education.

Selected Publications

1. Palaniswamy, H. et al, (including T. Altan), "Optimal Programming of Multi-Point Cushion Systems for Sheet Metal Forming", CIRP Annals, 2006
2. Chandrasekharan, S., Palaniswmy, H., Jain, N. and Altan, T., "Evaluation of Stamping Lubricants at Various Temperature Levels Using the Ironing Test", International Journal of Machine Tools & Manufacture, v. 45 (2005), p. 379
3. Gutscher, G. and Altan, T., "Flow Stress Determination Using the Viscous Pressure Bulge (VPB) Test", Journal of Materials processing Technology, Volume 146, Issue 1, pages 1-7
4. Altan, T., Ngaile, G., Shen, G., "Cold & Hot Forging - Fundamentals and Applications", ASM International, March 2005 (Book-350 pages), ISBN 0-87170-805-1
5. Aue-u-lan, Y., Ngaile, G., and Altan, T., "Optimizing Tube Hydroforming using Process Simulation and Experimental Verification", Journal of Materials Processing Technology, Volume 146, Issue 1, Pages 137-143
6. Altan, T., Sartkulvanich, P., Al-Zkeri, I., "Status of FEM in Modeling High Speed Cutting", submitted to CIRP Conference on High Performance Cutting, Vancouver, BC, June 12/13, 2006