Ultra precision coining is precision metal stamping in one of its most complex forms. This method is used for components that need extremely fine accuracy in machining. With the slant in technology or smaller and tinier gadgets, the precision metal stamping needs to adjust to come up with micro-parts. Take the chip for instance which used to be half an inch or bigger is now being measured in millimeters. Technology is indeed dictating the direction of precision metal stamping. In a recent study done by Korean students, they wanted to find out how software technology could help tool engineers work on micro components. Using the FEM simulation, 3D unigraphics, and ultra precision machines, their goal was to make it possible to minimize manufacturing costs in creating micro dies. The computer assisted software … Read entire article »