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In this work a study of the cracking problems arising in manufacturing of steel brake pedals by press forming is presented. Cracks were detected in critical zones of the part revealing a possible lack of ductility in the constitutive material. In order to overcome this problem, a detailed study of the behaviour of the steel used has been carried out. In this way, mechanical characterization as well...