Merits and ease of using Five Axes Machining and seamless machining, through use of Multi-tasking and efficient process design. Use of Software and work holding to support efficient execution of machining for challenging jobs.

Case studies of customized Superfinishing, De-flashing and Deburring solutions for typical EV parts, to address ever tightening tribology performance and aesthetic requirements from the surfaces.

The need for standards in implementing Industry 4.0 to ensure “interoperability, scalability, and repeatability”. Available standards and their applications with a range of manufacturing equipment, to ensure compatibility and synergy all across.

Vibrations while machining is a major cause which affects the finish, speed of machining and productivity. Examples and benefits of use of Active Damping techniques through tools and machine controls.

Anisotropy and variability in properties and woven structure presents nasty challenges while machining Composites. Overview of considerations to address machining challenges for Composites, leading to choice of cutters and machining parameters that give best results.

Technology and market megatrends in metal Additive Manufacturing (AM). Case studies for typical parts made for different sectors through metal AM, contemporary features and performance in metal AM machines which are made in India.

Use of Turn-Mill Centre for end-to-end machining, leveraging some special features of equipment, integrated software support, and in-machine inspection of complex parts for the Aerospace industry.

Use of “Direct Drive Technology” eliminating gearboxes in machine tools, accessories and automation equipment. New development of range of “iron-less” and “with-iron” Linear Motors for unprecedented performance, ease of design and noiseless working.

Range of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning techniques and their practical application for automated visual inspection system, Supply Chain optimization, Delivery compliance, Predictive Maintenance and OEE to address Industry 4.0 requirements.

For lightweighting the transmission elements such as drive shafts for EVs can be made by forming technology. Rotary Swaging and Axial forming technologies can be used for manufacturing hollow drive shafts with external and internal splines.

The process, equipment, and heating options for ‘Hot Gear Rolling”. Comparison with “Cold Gear Rolling” and other alternative technologies.

Case studies and updates on overview of simulation software ecosystem for a range of sheet forming technologies, ranging from Stamping Dies for spring back, wrinkles and scrap flow, hot forming, incremental forming, hydroforming, tube bending and forming of Composites.

Nano structured steel have specifically engineered microstructure which gives highest strength along with excellent ductility / elongation. These steels are poised to substitute the use of costly Aluminium for car body structure parts using cold forming process.

A simulation software that can predict distortion and enable weld process design to minimize distortion, while providing vital inputs for design of welding fixtures, and advises optimal weld parameters and welding sequence.

Super Plastic Forming and Diffusion Bonding technologies are finding interesting applications in Aerospace and Automotive sectors, with their lightweighting potential and much improved formability.

Laser cutting has a new innovative approach added to it now, where a much smaller beam spot is oscillated and jiggled in a path to create equivalent of much bigger size, shape and energy distribution of the laser spot, while executing the cutting program.

Live demo of Industry 4.0-ready features, which are now available in the new generation of welding equipment and welding automation. Possibilities of controls and reporting dashboard.

Laser remote welding is a serious competitor to Spot welding, by virtue of much higher speed and productivity. Robots carrying Laser Head apply weld from distance of over a meter, along line of sight, through the holes in the holding fixture.