Robust Process Development and Scientific Molding
Theory and Practice
- 3rd Edition - September 27, 2024
- Imprint: Hanser
- Author: Suhas Kulkarni
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN:9 7 8 - 1 - 5 6 9 9 0 - 9 0 8 - 9
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 1 - 5 6 9 9 0 - 9 0 9 - 6
The book introduces the reader to the concepts of Scientific Molding and Scientific Processing for Injection Molding, geared towards developing a robust, repeatable, and re… Read more
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Request a sales quoteThe book introduces the reader to the concepts of Scientific Molding and Scientific Processing for Injection Molding, geared towards developing a robust, repeatable, and reproducible (3Rs) molding process.
The effects of polymer morphology, thermal transitions, drying, and rheology on the injection molding process are explained in detail. The development of a robust molding process is broken down into two sections and is described as the Cosmetic Process and the Dimensional Process. Scientific molding procedures to establish a 3R process are provided.
The concept of Design of Experiments (DOEs) for and in injection molding is explained, providing an insight into the cosmetic and dimensional process windows. A plan to release qualified molds into production with troubleshooting tips is also provided. Topics that impact a robust process such as the use of regrind, mold cooling, and venting are also described.
Readers will be able to utilize the knowledge gained from the book in their day-to-day operations immediately.
The third edition includes a completely new subchapter "Melt Preparation", as well as much additional, revised, and updated material throughout the book. The revisions are deeply informed by the authors long and ongoing experience as a trainer, result in improved ways to conduct a study, perform experiments, or explain a concept.
· Introduces the reader to the concepts of Scientific Molding and Scientific Processing for Injection Molding.
· Focuses on how to develop a robust, repeatable, and reproducible (“3Rs”) molding process.
· The concept of Design of Experiments (DOEs) for and in injection molding is explored.
Materials scientists (academic researchers and corporate R&D), Plastics engineers.
1 Introduction to Scientific Processing
2 Properties of Polymers and Plastics That Influence Injection Molding
3 Polymer Rheology
4 Plastic Drying
5 Common Plastic Materials and Additives
6 Injection Molding and Molding Machines
7 Scientific Processing, Scientific Molding, and Molding Parameters
8 Process Development Part I: The 6-Step Study - Exploring the Cosmetic Process
9 Process Development Part II: Exploring the Dimentional Process via the DOE
10 Mold Qualification Flowchart, Production Release, and Troubleshooting
11 Role of Mold Cooling, Venting, and Regrind in Process Development
12 Related Technologies and Topics
13 Quality Concepts
Appendices
- Edition: 3
- Published: September 27, 2024
- Imprint: Hanser
- No. of pages: 420
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN: 9781569909089
- eBook ISBN: 9781569909096
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Suhas Kulkarni
Suhas Kulkarni is the President of FIMMTECH, a consulting firm that specializes in services related to injection molding. He earned his Masters in Plastics Engineering from the University of Massachusetts, Lowell and a Bachelors in Polymer Engineering from the University of Poona, India. He has over 28 years of experience as a process engineer.
His main area of expertise is Scientific Processing for Injection Molding. Based on his experience, he has developed a custom software called Nautilus that aids the complete process development routine to production release.
He has given numerous presentations on injection molding related topics and written several articles. He is also a contract faculty at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell.
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President of FIMMTECH, a consulting firm that specializes in services related to injection molding.Read Robust Process Development and Scientific Molding on ScienceDirect