The historical evolution of shaft forging technology

Shaft forging technology can be traced back to the Shang and Zhou dynasties, initially focusing on bronze forging for tools and weapons. During the Qin and Han dynasties, iron forging emerged, and steel shafts began to appear, driving the development of agricultural and military equipment. During the Tang and Song dynasties, forging techniques became more refined, with the technology of forging swords reaching its peak and influencing surrounding regions.

After the Industrial Revolution, steam-powered forging equipment was invented, enabling large-scale production of shafts. In the 20th century, hydraulic and mechanical presses became widespread, significantly improving forging precision and efficiency, meeting the demands of industries such as automobiles and machine tools.

In modern times, intelligent temperature control and computer simulation technologies have been integrated, driving forging towards greater efficiency and environmental friendliness, supporting high-end equipment manufacturing.