Peter Altmann

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Peter Altmann is a leading researcher in the field of incremental sheet forming (ISF), with a primary focus on advancing the geometric accuracy and automation of robot-based manufacturing processes. His major contributions include the development of a novel computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) system that enables automated parameterization of local support at every toolpath point, significantly improving the precision of incrementally formed sheet metal. This work, detailed in his 2019 paper (17 citations), represents a critical step toward making ISF viable for industrial applications. Altmann also spearheaded the creation of DB4ISF, a comprehensive incremental sheet forming database comprising 76 forming experiments. This open-access resource provides essential process data—including tool radii, sheet thickness, and step depth—alongside CAD files, serving as a valuable benchmark for the research community. By combining experimental rigor with practical tool development, Altmann's work bridges the gap between laboratory research and real-world manufacturing, establishing him as a key figure in the ongoing effort to industrialize flexible sheet metal forming technologies.