Fundamentals of Hydroforming provides an introduction to tube and sheet hydroforming. It describes the advantages of its use and how to design products for the hydroforming process. The book also explains how to hydro-piece holes and slots, how to select tha materials and tubes, pre- and post-operations, various methods of assembly, the equipment required, and tool design.
Fundamentals of Hydroforming can help the user not only learn about the principles of hydroforming, but can show how parts can be formed by using fewer pieces and steps. This can result in easier assembly, less weight, and cost savings when compared to other methods.
