Abstract Polymeric matrix composites (PMCs) have gained increasing relevance in different industrial applications and their employment results to be a necessity the production of lightweight structures. The manufacturing solutions, which allow properly shape PMC panels, need molds for shaping material reducing process flexibility. In this context, single point incremental forming (SPIF) could v...

In sheet metal forming processes with complex strain paths, a part is subjected to large plastic deformation. This severe plastic deformation leads to high plastic strain localization zones and subsequent accumulation of those strains. Then internal and superficial micro-defects and in other words ductile damage is created. This damage causes quality problems such as fracture. Therefore, design...