Abstract
This study proposes a novel finite element model for metal powder compaction using the open-source software Salome-Meca, employing Code Aster as a solver. The developed model incorporates a variable elastic modulus that changes as a function of the elemental strain within the geometry, enhancing the model’s ability to represent the evolving material properties during compaction, leading to more accurate predictions of stress distribution and densification. This approach not only enhances accessibility, but also demon-
strates that high-quality simulations can be conducted without the need for expensive licenced software.