Injection Moulding TechnologyLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You know the main parts of injection moulding machine and its function principles You know the principle of powder injection moulding (PIM) in the manufacture of metallic and ceramic components You can design a simple mould for injection moulding You are familiar with the most common thermoplastics for injection moulding You can describe the typical defects in injection moulded products

Content

How does the injection moulding machine operate? What is meant by powder injection moulding, PIM? Which are the main components of the mould in injection moulding and what is to be taken into consideration in the design of the mould? Which are the most common thermoplastics for injection moulding? Which are the typical defects in injection moulded products?

Qualifications

Polymer Chemistry or equivalent knowledge Principles of Materials Technology or equivalent knowledge Manufacturing Technology or equivalent knowledge

Assessment criteria, good (3)

a) You can use professional concepts consistently b) You can find information from essential information sources of the field c) You can perceive bodies of functions e) You can use appropriate models, methods, software and techniques of your own field