Can SSAB Docol® steels help with lightweighting in automotive design?

Yes. One of the main reasons for the growing use of AHSS in the auto industry is its ability to reduce weight while maintaining or even improving strength. With SSAB Docol ® steels, you can achieve 10–30% weight reductions by creating thinner and lighter components without compromising safety or performance.

How do AHSS steels improve crashworthiness?

SSAB Docol ® AHSS steels enable higher crashworthiness for passenger compartments and intrusion-free structures for EV battery packs. Through extensive simulation and optimization of AHSS beam designs, SSAB has achieved up to twice the crash performance (energy transfer) compared to traditional square tubes.

How does SSAB Docol® support in AHSS design and forming?

Through SSAB's extensive and long-lasting knowledge in AHSS – experts can support customers throught the entire development process – from design to finished product. Support can be given in everything ranging from part design, material choice to forming simulations and fatigue performance.

SSAB Docol® steels for automotive industry

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