Papers by Keyword: Material Processing

Abstract: This article explores the application of digital twin technology to enhance the operation of wafer sawing machines in materials handling and semiconductor manufacturing. An empirical study was conducted on the packaging production line at Minghsin University of Science and Technology, aimed at addressing talent training challenges and the imbalance between supply and demand in the industry. The research focuses on designing and developing an integrated system that combines digital twin and mixed reality technologies. The development process involved multiple stages, including on-site visits, machine operation instruction, certification content creation, expert validation, small-scale testing, and iterative improvements. The study evaluates the effectiveness of the system by comparing pre- and post-experiment scores provided by industry experts, analyzing operation times of five participants, and gathering qualitative feedback. Results indicate that simulation training using digital twin and mixed reality significantly enhances participants' scores and operational proficiency. This research presents a digital twin-based training and certification model that effectively improves students' success rates in certification exams.

Abstract: Poly(butylene succinate)/Poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyhexanoate) (PBS/PHBHH) blends were prepared using melt blending in an internal mixer at 160°C. Mechanical and morphological properties of the blends, with ratios of 10/90, 20/80, 30/70, 40/60 and 50/50, are studied by tensile test and microscopy analysis. The effects of maleated PHBHH (PHBHHgMA) compatibiliser on the blend’s mechanical and morphological properties are also investigated. The compatibiliser is prepared by melt grafting maleic anhydride (MA) onto PHBHH at 160°C, in the presence of dicumyl peroxide (DCP) initiator. In this study, the purified compatibiliser is added to the blends. The highest tensile strength was achieved by the 10/90 blend, with a value of 24.83MPa; which is slightly higher than the neat PBS. The tensile modulus of the blends decreased with increasing PBS ratio, and approximately followed the Rule of Mixtures. Meanwhile, the elongation at break achieved its optimum value at 10wt. % PBS loading. The addition of PHBHHgMA at 5wt. % improved the tensile properties of all blends; with the highest value being achieved by the 10/90 blend ratio. Morphological observation via SEM was conducted to observe phase morphology and compatibility between the blend’s components.

Abstract: Surface topography is a significant factor that affects directly the surface integrity. There are several influencing factors. The purpose of the study is to investigate the effects of edge radius on surface integrity of Ti6Al4V. The proposed approach uses three different angles to study the relationship between the edge radius and surface roughness. The study develops theoretical model, roughness model based on cutting force and roughness empirical model. Experimental results show that machined surface integrity of TC4 is sensitive to the variations of the edge radius. The method is effective and can provide a guidance to optimize edge radius. It has realized higher accurate prediction of surface integrality in precision high speed milling with one of the models and has improved surface roughness quality of the work-piece.

Abstract: The article is focused on monitoring the cooling effect of the liquid CO₂. This unconventional cooling system was used as a supplement method added to the standard tempering system of the die casting mould particularly intended for aluminium alloy castings. Standard tempering system of die casting moulds enables preheating the mould to operating temperature before the particular production starts and then the tempering system regulates the temperature balance between the mould and the casting during individu al production cycles. Conventional cooling system is based on drilled or milled interconnected channels with predominantly parallel orientation to the parting line, through which a tempering medium (oil, water etc.) flows. This system has some limitations that can be overcame with utilizing of special approaches. One of these approach is employment of liquid CO₂.This study revealed the positive impact of this additive cooling on homogeneity of temperature field distribution on the mould cavity surface, which assures first of all the uniform coating the cavity surface by separating agent and sticking the melt on the cores. The products were analysed using the metallographic and CT analyses and the leak tightness was tested.

Abstract: The results of experimental studies of the different machinability group materials’ characteristics, including tool steel DIN C125W, heat-resistant steel (C - 0.1%, Si - 0.6%, Cu - 0.3%, W - 0.1%, Mn - 0.4%, Ni - 23%, P - 0.01%, Cr - 12%, S - 0.01%, V - 0.01, Mo - 1.5%, Ti - 3%, V - 0.001%, Al - 0.6), nickel-based superalloy (Fe - 4%, C - 0.1%, Si - 0.6%, Mn - 0.5%, S - 0.01%, P - 0.01%, Cr - 15%, Ce - 0.01%, Mo - 4%, W - 6%, V - 0.3%, Ti - 2%, Al - 2%, B - 0.01%), the changes in the minimum surface wear, maximum cutting path, and cutting temperature in the processing of these materials, as well as the experimental data analysis showed that the extreme values of changes in the materials’ physical and mechanical properties under the temperature impact can be defined as the minimum surface wear temperature and maximum cutting path temperature, that is, the conditions corresponding to the maximum workability of the materials. It is possible to use the materials physical and mechanical property dependence on temperature for defining the maximum material workability temperature when processing it by cutting. The article suggests a method to define the maximum material workability temperature.

Abstract: The article seals with the study of hard alloy (WC-Co) crack resistance (fracture toughness), depending on the temperature. Three representatives of one-carbide hard alloys (WC 94% Co 6% (fine grain); WC 92%, Co 8%; and WC 85%, Co 15% alloys) were chosen to determine the temperature influence on the stress intensity factor. During the obtained dependences’ analysis, we revealed that the hard alloy maximum performance temperature could be determined by the maximum value of stress intensity factor K_IC. The relation between the temperature of hard alloy (WC-Co) maximum crack resistance (fracture toughness) and the temperature of these materials’ maximum performance, is shown here as a result of experimental study of the dependence of impact resistance from temperature. In addition, the hard alloys’ maximum performance temperature determination technique is developed.

Abstract: In this study, the tube material for Self-Inflating Tire was synthesized. A few suitable materials for the tube material compounding process were identified through a literature review. Using the material properties of this tube, CAE modeling was done for analysis. The ANSYS Fluid Structure Interaction (FSI) method was then used to consider the internal flow with the structure. In addition, a machine was prepared for testing the performance of the tube. The results of the CAE analysis were compared with results of the testing machine. The developed equipment and systems can be used for the manufacture of high-performance and safe tires. Finally, the prototype of the tube was prepared and fitted in a tire, and the driving performance of the vehicle tested. Using this test result, compatibility of the tube's material has been confirmed.

Abstract: In this research, mechanical properties of recycled 6061 aluminium alloy, produced by solid state recycling through extrusion, were compared to as-received billets. Aluminum 6061 chips were extruded using a hot extrusion machine. The effects of extrusion parameters on the mechanical properties of the produced recycled 6061 aluminium alloy were investigated. The objective of the study was to analyze the mechanical and structural features of the alloy after plastic consolidation. The extrusion processes were conducted at different preheat temperatures and preheat times, while the ram speed was kept constant. The findings of the study highlighted the potential of combining the extrusion process parameters as an efficient processing route for production of high quality and high-performance type of extruded billets. Tensile test results showed that, material extruded at 550°C exhibited better mechanical properties compared to that extruded at 400°C. The higher temperature resulted in a higher tensile strength being produced, at the expense of a trade-off in ductility. Overall, it was revealed that, the ultimate tensile strength (UTS) and elongation (ETF) of the produced recycled 6061 aluminium through extrusion exhibited mechanical and structural properties comparable to those of the as-received billets.

Abstract: The selection of cutting parameters of material processing such as cutting speed, feed and cutting depth affects product productivity. The optimization of cutting parameters achieves the purpose of raise the productivity. Based on the research of the cutting theory, the turning constraint model and the optimization mathematical model of cutting parameters are established for highest productivity. The optimization process of the complex method is studied. The cutting parameters of the material 310s are optimized by the optimization model based on complex method. The optimized cutting time is shorter 2.06s than the one before the optimization. The production efficiency increases by 15.45%. The results show that the optimization model based on the complex method can improve the productivity of material processing.

Abstract: Designed one simple and usefully LED base board automatic machining device, which could control the aiguille to three-dimensional. The machine connected to PC and directly control by PC, which easy to learn with friendly interface.