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@article{200412,
        author = {Patel Tanishk Shaileshbhai and Asst. Prof. Himanshu Mistry},
        title = {Effect of Process Parameters on Single Point Incremental Forming of AA5052-H32 Aluminum Alloy},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {12},
        pages = {1913-1917},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=200412},
        abstract = {Single Point Incremental Forming (SPIF) is a flexible, die-less sheet metal forming process well-suited for rapid prototyping and small-batch production of complex geometries. This paper presents an experimental investigation of SPIF applied to AA5052-H32 aluminum alloy sheet, examining the effects of step depth, feed rate, and tool diameter on formability, deformation behavior, strain distribution, thickness variation, and surface quality. Experiments were conducted on both circular and square geometries to provide a comparative understanding of geometry-dependent forming behavior. Results demonstrate that step depth is the dominant parameter governing formability and surface quality, while feed rate critically influences surface roughness and material flow stability. Circular geometries exhibited more uniform strain distribution and superior formability limits compared to square geometries. Thickness distribution analysis confirmed the sine law of incremental forming. A process window identifying safe forming conditions was established. The findings offer practical guidelines for SPIF of AA5052-H32 in marine, automotive, and aerospace applications.},
        keywords = {Single Point Incremental Forming; AA5052-H32; Step Depth; Feed Rate; Formability; Surface Defects; Aluminum Alloy.},
        month = {May},
        }