Review: Numerical Simulation in Wood Plastic Composite Extrusion

Abstract:

This paper first introduces the latest application of numerical modeling method in polymer processing, and then discusses the related research problems and the main open issues. Finally, requirements and prospects are proposed for the realization of the development direction of Wood–fiber/Plastic Composites (WPCs).

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 271-272)
• Pages: 163-167
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.271-272.163
• Online since: December 2012
• Authors: Lei Yuan, Zuo Bing Chen
• Keywords: Extruder, Numerical Simulation, Optimization, WPC

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