Injection molding simulation for beginners

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author Schlutter, Ruben (Author)
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published Munich : Carl Hanser Verlag GmbH & Co., [2023]
Subjects
Injection molding of plastics.
elektronické knihy
electronic books
Online AccessFull text
ISBN9781569909270
156990927X
9781569909263
1569909261
Physical Description1 online resource.

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Table of Contents:
  • Intro
  • Contents
  • Preface
  • The Author
  • 1 Overview of Finite Elements Analysis
  • 1.1 Introduction
  • 1.2 Applications of Finite Elements Analysis
  • 1.3 Basics of Model Building
  • 1.3.1 Requirements Imposed on Models
  • 1.3.2 Methods of Model Building
  • 1.3.3 Requirements Imposed on the Model Builder
  • 1.3.4 Model Validation and Model Verification
  • 1.4 Finite Elements Analysis
  • 1.5 Basic Rules for the Correct Use of FEA
  • 1.5.1 Sources of Error
  • 1.5.2 Build-up of the Mesh
  • 1.5.3 Accuracy of the Results
  • 2 Injection Molding Simulation
  • 2.1 Introduction
  • 2.2 Convenient Time Points for Injection Molding Simulations
  • 2.3 Workflow of an Injection Molding Simulation
  • 2.4 Mesh Design and Model Generation
  • 2.4.1 Plastic-compatible design of the molded part
  • 2.4.2 Layout of the Runner System
  • 2.4.4 Basics of Fluid Mechanics
  • 2.4.5 Mesh design
  • 2.4.6 Evaluation of the Mesh Quality
  • 2.4.6.1 Mesh Quality in Moldex3D
  • 2.4.6.2 Mesh Quality in Autodesk Moldflow Insight
  • 2.4.6.3 Mesh Quality in CADMOULD
  • 2.4.6.4 Conclusion
  • 2.5 Modeling of the Injection Molding Process
  • 2.5.1 Compact Injection Molding
  • 2.5.2 Multi-component Injection Molding
  • 2.5.3 Sandwich Injection Molding
  • 2.5.4 Gas-assisted Injection Molding
  • 2.5.5 Compression Molding
  • 2.5.6 Thermoplastic Foam Injection Molding
  • 2.5.7 Reactive Injection Molding with Thermosets
  • 2.5.8 Approaches to Numerical Simulation of Melting Behavior
  • 2.6 Basics of Material Data
  • 2.6.1 Structure of Plastics
  • 2.6.2 Rheological Behavior of a Thermoplastic Melt
  • 2.6.3 The p-v-T Chart
  • 2.6.4 Measurement of the Thermal Parameters
  • 2.6.5 Specific Heat capacity
  • 2.6.6 Thermal Conductivity
  • 2.6.7 Coefficient of Thermal Expansion
  • 2.6.8 Mechanical Properties
  • 2.6.9 Orientation Effects
  • 2.6.10 Crystallization of Plastics
  • 2.6.11 Material Selection for Plastic Molded Parts
  • 2.7 Quality of Injection Molding Simulations
  • 2.8 Results Interpretation
  • 2.8.1 Filling Pattern
  • 2.8.2 Flow Front Temperature
  • 2.8.3 Temperature Distribution in the Molded Part
  • 2.8.4 Pressure Distribution in the Molded Part
  • 2.8.5 Shear Rate in the Part
  • 2.8.6 Shrinkage of the Molded Part
  • 2.8.7 Fiber Orientation in the Molded Part
  • 2.8.8 Warpage of the Molded Part
  • 2.8.9 Cooling of the Molded Part
  • 2.8.10 Evaluation by Means of Automated Variant Analysis
  • 3 Pressure Losses in the Injection Molding Process
  • 3.1 State of the Art
  • 3.2 Process Measurement Technology
  • 3.2.1 Pressure Sensors
  • 3.2.2 Temperature Sensors
  • 3.2.3 Volumetric Flow Sensors
  • 3.2.4 Setting Up a Measurement Environment
  • 3.3 Performing Injection Molding Tests
  • 3.3.1 Plastic Materials Used
  • 3.3.2 Preparations for the Injection Molding Tests
  • 3.3.3 Evaluation of the injection molding tests
  • 3.4 Performing Injection Molding Simulations
  • 3.4.1 Design of the Simulation Model

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