Lattice Boltzmann Modeling of Injection Moulding Process

Abstract. Polymer injection in moulds with complicated shapes is common in todays industrial problems. A challenge is to optimize the mould design which leads to the most homogeneous filling. Current commercial softwares are able to simulate the process only partially. This paper proposes a preliminary study of the capability of a two-fluid LatticeBoltzmann model to provide a simple and flexible approach which can be easily parallelized, will include correct contact angles and simulate the effect of the positioning of air-holes.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2004
• Where: ACRI
• Authors: Jonas Lätt, Guy Courbebaisse, Bastien Chopard, Jean-Luc Falcone
• Keywords: ACRI 2004, Complicated Shapes, Current Commercial Softwares, Todays Industrial Problems