Modeling and Control of an Electro-hydraulic Injection Molding Machine With Smoothed Fill-to-Pack Transition*

2003 ◽  
Vol 125 (1) ◽  
pp. 154-163 ◽  
Author(s):  
Danian Zheng ◽  
Andrew Alleyne
Keyword(s):  
Injection Molding ◽  
Process Model ◽  
Flow Characteristics ◽  
Hydraulic Actuator ◽  
Molding Machine ◽  
Transfer Scheme ◽  
Injection Molding Machine ◽  
Modeling And Control ◽  
And Control ◽  
Injection Cycle

In this paper the modeling of a typical injection cycle for an injection-molding machine (IMM) is examined. Both the mold filling and mold packing phases of the cycle are examined along with a critical fill-to-pack transition. The novelty in this modeling work is that the nonlinear model considers both the machine hydraulic actuator and polymer flow characteristics in extensive detail. The simulation model is validated against experimental data and demonstrates the availability of a relatively accurate system model for full cycle control design of this electro-hydraulic system. The accurate process model is used in the design of a controller for the injection cycle including the fill-to-pack transition. The overall algorithm includes two Iterative Learning Controllers connected by a bumpless transfer scheme between them. The algorithm is successfully tested through model simulations and machine experiments. The simulation and experimental results presented demonstrate a significantly smoother control signal and pressure transient between the two learning controlled phases as well as overall tracking convergence for each phase.

Control-Oriented Modeling of an Injection Molding Machine Including the Fill-to-Pack Transition

2000 ◽  
Author(s):  
Danian Zheng ◽  
Andrew Alleyne ◽  
Heather Havlicsek
Keyword(s):  
Injection Molding ◽  
Controller Design ◽  
Flow Characteristics ◽  
Polymer Melt ◽  
Hydraulic Actuator ◽  
Molding Machine ◽  
Injection Molding Machine ◽  
Digitally Controlled ◽  
Engineering Models ◽  
Injection Cycle

Abstract In this paper the modeling of a typical injection cycle for an injection molding machine (IMM) is examined. Both the mold filling and mold packing phases of the cycle are examined along with a critical fill-to-pack transition. The novelty in this modeling work is that the non-linear model considers both the machine hydraulic actuator and polymer flow characteristics in extensive detail. The resulting model will provide simulation capabilities to facilitate machine controller design; however the actual controller is not the focus of the current work. The modeling is based on (a) the characteristics of digitally controlled electrohydraulic valves, (b) the dynamics of the hydraulic actuator ram system, and (c) the gross polymer melt behavior determined from simple polymer engineering models. The simulation model is validated against experimental data and demonstrates the availability of a relatively accurate system model for full cycle control of this electrohydraulic system.

Modeling and Control of Proportional Valve with Synchronous Motor

2015 ◽  
Vol 220-221 ◽  
pp. 457-462 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrzej Milecki ◽  
Dominik Rybarczyk
Keyword(s):  
Permanent Magnets ◽  
Dead Zone ◽  
Flow Characteristics ◽  
Synchronous Motor ◽  
Hydraulic Actuator ◽  
Servo Drive ◽  
Proportional Valve ◽  
Modeling And Control ◽  
Basic Characteristics ◽  
And Control

The paper describes the research results of modeling and control of proportional valve with synchronous motor type PMSM (Permanent Magnets Synchronous Motor). In the paper, a simulation model of the proposed valve was developed and described. The model included the square root flow characteristics, nonlinearity of the hydraulic actuator, valve dead zone and saturation of the flow. The study included the investigations of the basic characteristics, such as valve flow characteristic and step responses. In order to determine the basic parameters of the valve, the test stand was built, on which the new valve and the servo drive with this valve were tested. A servo drive control system was based on PLC with touch panel and inverter module. In the paper, the chosen investigations results of the valve and the servo drive system are presented and shortly discussed.

Design and Motion Simulation of the Clamping Mechanism of Micro-Structure Injection Molding Machine

2014 ◽  
Vol 945-949 ◽  
pp. 670-675 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bai Ge Chou ◽  
Heng Zhi Cai ◽  
Gang Zhou ◽  
Ya Jun Zhang ◽  
Jian Zhuang
Keyword(s):  
Injection Molding ◽  
Kinetic Characteristic ◽  
Clamping Force ◽  
Molding Machine ◽  
Micro Structure ◽  
Injection Molding Machine ◽  
Micron Size ◽  
Lqr Controller ◽  
And Control ◽  
Micro Structures

Micro-structure injection molding machine is mainly used for processing the plastic products in micron-size or with micro-structures. This paper focuses on the design and control of the clamping mechanism of micro-structure injection molding machine. Firstly, the deformation of the clamping mechanism was analyzed. The simulation results shows that the clamping force is 5.0051×105N, and it’s bigger than the design value 500kN. Secondly, the kinetic characteristic of the clamping was simulated by ADAMS software. The curves of the displacement, velocity, clamping force of moving platen were analyzed. Thirdly, the control model of clamping mechanism was established. And the LQR controller was designed and simulated by Matlab. The rise time is 0.010s, the settling time is 0.026s and the steady-state is 0.307m.

scholarly journals Design of Multimodel based MPC and IMC control schemes applied to injection molding machine

2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 82
Author(s):  
Kanaga Lakshmi ◽  
D. Manamalli ◽  
M. Mohamed Rafiq
Keyword(s):  
Injection Molding ◽  
Temperature Control ◽  
Weighted Average ◽  
Injection Molding Process ◽  
Monitoring And Control ◽  
Molding Machine ◽  
Molding Process ◽  
Melt Temperature ◽  
Injection Molding Machine ◽  
And Control

Good control of plastic melt temperature for injection molding is very important in reducing operator setup time, ensuring product quality, and preventing thermal degradation of the melt. The controllability and set points of barrel temperature also depend on the precise monitoring and control of plastic melt temperature. Motivated by the practical temperature control of injection molding, this paper proposes MPC and IMC based control scheme. A robust system identification and control methodology is developed which uses canonical varieties analysis for identification and model predictive control for regulation. The injection molding process consists of three zones and the mathematical model for each of the zone is different. The control output for each zone controller is assigned a weight based on the computed probability of each model and the resulting action is the weighted average of the control moves of the individual zone controllers. Keywords: Injection-Molding Machine (IMM), IMC Control, Temperature Control.

Choice and Exchange of Lubricating Oil for Injection Molding Machine

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 378-382
Author(s):  
Shan Syedhidayat ◽  
Quan Wang ◽  
Al-Hadad M.A.A. Mohsen ◽  
Jinrong Wang
Keyword(s):  
Injection Molding ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Low Noise ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Lubricating Oil ◽  
Lubrication System ◽  
Molding Machine ◽  
Oil And Grease ◽  
Injection Molding Machine ◽  
The Stability

Background: One of the most common manufacturing equipment for polymer product is injection molding machine. In order to ensure the precise, stable and continuous operation of the injection molding machine, the maintenance of the lubrication system must be done well. The stability, reliability, rationality and low noise performance of the lubrication system of injection molding machine directly affect the quality of injection products, dimensional accuracy, molding cycle, working environment and maintenance. Objective: The purpose of this study is to introduce the methods of choice, maintenance of lubricating oil for injection molding machine from many literatures and patents in the recent years, such as lubricating oil device, lubricating composite and structure. Methods: An example of the 260M5 automatic injection molding machine is introduced for the inspection and maintenance of the lubrication system including lubricating oil and lubricating grease. Results: To ensure the lubrication of the injection molding machine, it needs to strictly observe the lubrication time and modulus of the injection molding machine. It needs to strictly control the temperature rise of the lubricating oil and select the correct lubricating oil and grease to ensure the lubrication quality. Conclusion: In the operation of the injection molding machine, it is necessary to check that the lubricating oil is sufficient and the lubricating points are working properly. It ensures sufficient lubrication of the injection molding machine and strictly observes the lubrication time and modulus of the injection molding machine. The stored lubricating oil should be sealed well to prevent air pollution.

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