Selecting Parameters for Bending of Tubes Made of the X70 Steel by Numerical Modelling

This paper addresses numerical analyses of the bending process for tubes made of the X70 steel used in gas distribution pipe-lines. The calculations performed under the research involved simulation of processes of tube bending with local induction heating. The purpose of these calculations was to establish process parameters making it possible to develop pipe bends of geometric features conforming with requirements of the applicable standards. While performing the calculations, an analysis was conducted to determine the probability of occurrence of folding and fractures according to the Cockcroft-Latham criterion.