Key Features:

• Distortion Causes: Uneven cooling, internal stresses, or external forces can modify the shape of the metal. Controlling these factors helps in minimizing deformation.
• Effects on Accuracy: Warping or bending can result in misalignment; this affects functionality and fit in the final product.
• Prevention Measures: Stress-relieving treatments, controlled cooling, and fixture support ensure shape stability. These become very important in precision engineering.

The core concern of Distortion is to analyze and control the factors that cause the warping of metal components. It becomes important to consider heat treatment and stress distribution to maintain dimensional integrity and structural stability. With advances in controlling processing techniques, distortion has been managed more effectively for applications that demand higher precision.