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This paper describes the development of a fuzzy neural network-based in-process mixed material-caused flash prediction (FNN-IPMFP) system for injection molding processes. The goal is to employ a fuzzy neural network to predict flash in injection molding operations when using recycled mixed plastics. Major processing parameters, such as injection speed, melt temperature, and holding pressure, are varied within a small range. The vibration signal data during the mold closing and injection filling stages was collected in real-time using an accelerometer sensor. The data was analyzed with neural networks and fuzzy reasoning algorithms, in conjunction with a multiple-regression model, to obtain flash prediction threshold values under different parameter settings. The FNN-IPMFP system was shown to predict flash with 96.1% accuracy during the injection molding process.
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Zhu, J., Chen, J. Fuzzy neural network-based in-process mixed material-caused flash prediction (FNN-IPMFP) in injection molding operations. Int J Adv Manuf Technol 29, 308–316 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00170-005-2528-x
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