Autoform R11

AutoForm R11 is the version of AutoForm's specialized CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering) software released in late 2023, primarily used for simulating sheet metal forming and BiW (Body-in-White) assembly processes. AutoForm Engineering

Simulation Setup: Mention the use of the AutoForm R11 implicit time integration approach. Define the Newton-Raphson scheme settings and material mapping. autoform r11

6.2. AutoForm-Hemming

• New delamination risk map for roll hemming of aluminum hoods.
• Adhesive squeeze-out simulation.

. This version addresses the most persistent challenges in manufacturing—such as unpredictable springback, tool deflection, and thermal loading—by introducing smart methodologies that account for physical variables previously too complex to model reliably. Closing the Gap with Reality AutoForm R11 is the version of AutoForm's specialized

This version is specifically built to address the challenges of Advanced High-Strength Steels (AHSS), aluminum closures, and large Class-A automotive surfaces. New delamination risk map for roll hemming of aluminum hoods

Note: Times measured on dual Intel Xeon Gold 6248 + NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada.

(2025), this paper explores using R11 to optimize die designs by analyzing variables like blank holder force and friction coefficients.

Elastic Tool Deflection (Over-Crowning): Users can now compensate for tool deflection during the simulation. The resulting data can be used directly for milling, significantly reducing the need for physical tryout loops.

• Volkswagen Group reported a 35% reduction in physical tryout loops for the MEB platform battery tray.
• Magna International achieved first-time-right die face for an AHSS B-pillar on the first virtual tryout.
• Tesla used R11 for high-speed stamping of structural battery packs with 0.8 mm thick 6k aluminum – thinning error vs. physical part <2%.