Optimization Strategy for Process Design in Rubber Injection Molding: A Simulation-Based Approach Allowing for the Prediction of Mechanical Properties of Vulcanizates.

Selecting the optimal settings for the production of rubber goods can be a very time-consuming and resource-intensive process. A promising method for optimizing rubber processing in a short period of time is the use of simulation routines. However, process simulations have only recently enabled meaningful predictions of not only the part's state of cure but also its mechanical characteristics.

Temperature Profile in Rubber Injection Molding: Application of a Recently Developed Testing Method to Improve the Process Simulation and Calculation of Curing Kinetics.

Injection molding of rubber compounds is an easily conducted yet sophisticated method for rubber processing. Simulation software is used to examine the optimal process conditions, identify failure scenarios, and save resources. Due to the complexity of the entire process, various aspects have to be considered in the numerical approach.