Molding Process of Polymers and Composites
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Processing and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2024 | Viewed by 1394
Special Issue Editors
Interests: polymer processing; injection molding; mold design; mechanical design; materials analysis
Interests: structural vibration; fatigue and fracture; finite-element analysis; hyperelastic rubber material; mechanical design
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue will focus on the innovative aspects of the molding process of polymers and composites and will address a wide range of topics, from process design, experimental analysis, numerical simulations, material behavior, processing parameters and product quality enhancement. This Special Issue aims to compile cutting-edge research that contributes significantly to the advancement of molding technologies and material science. Molding processes are crucial for the development of the high-performance and complex-shaped materials employed across various industries. This Special Issue will provide a platform for researchers, engineers, and practitioners to share their latest findings and innovations in the field. The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:
- Innovative design and optimization of molding processes that lead to enhanced material properties and component functionalities.
- Experimental analysis and characterizations focusing on the relationship between process parameters and material behavior.
- Advanced numerical simulations that provide insights into the flow, heat transfer, and mechanical properties of polymers and composites during molding.
- Investigations into the effects of processing parameters on the quality of the molded products, including studies on minimizing defects and improving dimensional stability.
- Development of new materials and composites tailored for specific molding techniques, with the aim of improving performance and sustainability.
Prof. Dr. Chao-Ming Lin
Dr. Chia-Chin Wu
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- molding process
- polymers
- composites
- process design
- experimental analysis
- numerical simulation
- product quality
- material behavior
