Thermal power forging is an important component in thermal power generation equipment, its quality and performance directly affect the safety and efficiency of thermal power generation equipment. With the adjustment of energy structure and the growth of power demand, the manufacturing of thermal power forgings is facing higher requirements and challenges. The application of new processing technology is of great significance to improve the quality and performance of thermal power forging. This paper will discuss the research and application of new processing technology based on the actual situation of thermal power forging manufacturing.
The present situation and existing problems of thermal power forging
At present, the manufacturing of thermal power forgings mainly adopts traditional machining methods, such as turning, milling, grinding and so on. Although these processing methods are mature and reliable, there are some problems such as low processing efficiency, large material waste and difficult to guarantee processing accuracy. In addition, traditional machining methods can not meet the manufacturing needs of some complex shapes and high precision requirements of thermal power forgings. Therefore, the research and application of new processing technology is of great significance to improve the manufacturing level and quality of thermal power forgings.
Introduction of new processing technology
Digital manufacturing
Digital manufacturing is a method that applies computer technology, network technology and information technology to product design and manufacturing. In the manufacturing of thermal power forgings, digital manufacturing can realize the digitization of the whole process from product design to manufacturing, and improve the accuracy and efficiency of manufacturing. For example, using 3D modeling software for product design can realize rapid design and optimization of thermal power forgings; The high precision machining and automatic production of thermal power forgings can be realized by using CNC machining equipment.
Intelligent processing
Intelligent machining is a method that applies artificial intelligence, machine learning and other technologies to the machining process. In the manufacturing of thermal power forgings, intelligent processing can realize the independent control and optimization of the processing process, and improve the precision and efficiency of the processing. For example, using intelligent sensors to monitor and control the machining process in real time can realize the automatic adjustment and compensation of machining parameters; Using machine learning algorithm to analyze and optimize the machining process can realize the intelligent control and optimization of the machining process.
Laser processing
Laser processing is a method of cutting, melting and sintering of materials using laser beams. In the manufacturing of thermal power forgings, laser processing can realize the rapid cutting and melting of materials, and improve the efficiency and accuracy of manufacturing. For example, using laser cutting technology to cut thermal power forgings can achieve fast and high-precision cutting; Surface treatment of thermal power forgings by laser melting technology can realize rapid melting of material surface and metallurgical combination.
Application scenarios and advantages of new processing technology
Application scenarios and advantages of digital manufacturing
Digital manufacturing can be applied to the whole process of designing and manufacturing thermal power forgings. The use of digital manufacturing technology can achieve rapid and optimized product design, reduce the design cycle and cost; It can realize the automation and intelligence of production and manufacturing, improve production efficiency and quality. For example, using 3D modeling software for product design can realize rapid design and optimization of thermal power forgings; The high precision machining and automatic production of thermal power forgings can be realized by using CNC machining equipment.
Application scenarios and advantages of intelligent processing
Intelligent machining can be applied to the processing of thermal power forging. The intelligent processing technology can realize the independent control and optimization of the processing process, and improve the precision and efficiency of the processing. For example, using intelligent sensors to monitor and control the machining process in real time can realize the automatic adjustment and compensation of machining parameters; Using machine learning algorithm to analyze and optimize the machining process can realize the intelligent control and optimization of the machining process.
Application scenarios and advantages of laser processing
Laser processing can be applied to cutting and surface treatment of thermal power forgings. The use of laser processing technology can realize the rapid cutting and melting of materials, and improve the efficiency and accuracy of manufacturing. For example, using laser cutting technology to cut thermal power forgings can achieve fast and high-precision cutting; Surface treatment of thermal power forgings by laser melting technology can realize rapid melting of material surface and metallurgical combination.
A thermal power plant has adopted digital manufacturing technology to design and manufacture thermal power forgings. The rapid design and optimization of thermal power forgings are realized by using 3D modeling software for product design. High precision machining and automatic production of thermal power forgings are realized by using CNC machining equipment. Finally, the manufacturing efficiency and quality of thermal power forgings in the power plant have been significantly improved to meet the operational requirements of the power plant.
In the future, with the adjustment of energy structure and the growth of power demand, the manufacturing of thermal power forgings will face higher requirements and challenges. The application of new processing technology will be more extensive and in-depth, providing more powerful technical support and guarantee for the manufacturing of thermal power forgings. At the same time, it is also necessary to constantly research and explore new processing technologies and methods to meet the changing market demand and industry development. In short, the research and application of new processing technology is of great significance to improve the manufacturing level and quality of thermal power forgings, and will also make positive contributions to the development of the power industry.
