Study on Modular Design of Trimming Die Structure for Automotive Panels

This paper describes an automated design system for trimming die structure. Considering the complexity of trimming dies, a modular design method was used to define module’s functions and determine the design processes of trimming dies. Through analyzing the relationship of structure and function of trimming dies, the systematic analysis of modularization for trimming dies is achieved from assembly-level division. By using parametric design method, the internal connection between modules is analysis from part-level division, and the module-based design process of complex part is accomplished. The CAD system for trimming dies is developed on platform of UGNX software. The application results show the high efficiency and design flexibility.