The significant contribution of mathematical modelling both to the understanding and improvement of the cold rolling of flat metal products is indisputable. This survey documents this contribution and claims that mathematical modelling will continue to provide a cost effective quality improvement tool with the finite element approach on fast large-memory computers and the use of the asymptotic approximation offering the best prospects for further major advances.
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