Circumferential cracking of conventional metal spinning process is investigated by means of finite element simulation using the Generalized Incremental Stress State dependent damage model (GISSMO). This model provides
a damage scalar as an indicator to remove elements on where a crack appears. Result show that simulation predictions are in very good agreement with experiment cracking locations. A region around the cracking area
deforms in the opposite direction of a roller’s stroke during cracking. This phenomenon is considered as a reason for circumferential cracking at the interaction between a plate and a tailstock. This paper shows a successful
damage model to predict circumferential crack and new insights into this defect.