Expert Lecture Spotlight | Prof. Remko Akkerman
Composites Forming Simulations — On Physics & Data, Accuracy & Applicability
Stamp forming and related composites manufacturing processes offer great promise for high-volume, lightweight structural parts—but only if we understand and model the physics correctly.
In this insightful lecture, Prof. Remko Akkerman explores the state-of-the-art in composite forming simulations, focusing on the physics-driven methods needed to predict and prevent manufacturing defects such as wrinkling and poor consolidation.
Key topics include:
- Design for Composite Manufacturing (DfCM) principles
- Deformation mechanisms specific to composite laminates
- Constitutive modeling and specialized continuum mechanics considerations
- Implementation in simulation tools and the need for robust material characterization
Prof. Akkerman emphasizes that predictive accuracy is only part of the equation—simulation tools must also be accessible and usable by a broader community to be truly effective in practice.
This lecture provides a clear roadmap of where we are today and where improvements are needed to make composites forming simulations more accurate, applicable, and impactful for both researchers and practitioners.
Watch the full talk now on the cdmHUB YouTube channel as part of the Global Composites Expert Webinar Series.
