Cycle time predictions for the rotational molding process with and without mold/part separation

G. Gogos, X. Liu, L. G. Olson

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Abstract

We present a detailed theoretical heat transfer model for the entire rotational molding process (including heating and cooling stages) and identify the key dimensionless groups affecting the process cycle time. This theoretical model is employed to generate numerical results that are in very good agreement with the experimental data available in the literature. The effects of variations in the dimensionless groups on the cycle time are evaluated. In addition, part shrinkage has been incorporated in the models, and its effect on the process cycle time has been studied extensively.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)617-629
Number of pages13
JournalPolymer Engineering and Science
Volume39
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - 1999
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Chemistry
  • Polymers and Plastics
  • Materials Chemistry

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