Id: 004169 Credits Min: 4 Credits Max: 4

Description

The course provides a comprehensive systematic approach to mold engineering and design, specifically focused on injection molds. Topics are presented in a top-down manner, beginning with significant design objectives and constraints followed by application specific analysis. Topics include: mold types and functions, mold layout, cost estimation, cavity filling, feed systems, gating, venting, cooling systems, shrinkage, ejector systems, and structural design. Junior status or permission of instructor. Includes laboratory experience in mold design and mold making.

Prerequisites

Pre-Reqs: PLAS 2180 Intro to Design or PLAS.1070 Introduction to Plastics Engineering; Pre-Req or Co-Reqs: PLAS 3480 Heat Transfer. (PLAS.3140 recommended pre-requisite).

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