Injection Molding

This book attempts to survey the state of the science and technology of the injection molding process. It represents a comprehensive, balanced mix of practical and theoretical aspects for a wide range of injection molding applications. The authors of the 21 chapters are experts and leaders in their respective areas of specialization in the injection molding field. While it is not possible to cover all aspects of such a dynamic growing field, we hope that the reader will find sufficient information and background to become acquainted, at various levels of depth, with key components of the science and technology of injection molding.Contents:Injection Molding: Introduction and General BackgroundInjection Molding Machines, Tools, and ProcessesThe Plasticating System for Injection Molding MachinesNon-Conventional Injection MoldsGas Assisted Injection MoldingWater Injection Techniques (WIT)Flow Induced Fiber Micro-Structure in Injection Molding of FiberReinforced MaterialsInjection Foam MoldingPowder Metal Injection MoldingMicro Injection MoldingInternal Visualization of Mold Cavity and Heating CylinderInjection Molding ControlOptimal Design for Injection MoldingDevelopment of Injection Molding SimulationThree-Dimensional Injection Molding SimulationViscoelastic Instabilities in Injection MoldingEvolution of Structural Hierarchy in Injection Molded SemicrystallinePolymersModeling Aspects of Post-Filling Steps in Injection MoldingVolumetric and Anisotropic Shrinkage in Injection Moldings ofThermoplasticsThree-Dimensional Simulation of Gas-Assisted and Co-InjectionMolding ProcessesCo-Injection Molding of Polymers