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====== Thixoforming ======

  * Semi-solid (SS) thixoforming is a forming process at temperatures located inside the fusion interval.
  * Combines the advantages of casting and forging.
  * Introduction of an internal parameter to describe microstructure evolution.
  * Thermo-elasto-viscoplastic material model.

Globular structure, as well as semi-solid state, is essential to obtain this behaviour.

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  * Extrusion of cylindrical steel slug through a conical die.
  * ALE mesh management is critical to avoid remeshing.

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