In-process viscosity monitoring for extrusion control

Marion McAfee, Steve Thompson, G. M. McNally

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Abstract

Melt viscosity during extrusion is a strong indicator of product quality, hence measurement of this variable in real-time is a key target for process control. The suitability of different methods of viscosity monitoring for application in a control scheme is assessed in this work. The responses of in-line and on-line rheometers to steady state and dynamic conditions are investigated. Also, the ability to infer viscosity by monitoring of other process variables is considered.

Original languageEnglish
Pages1274-1278
Number of pages5
Publication statusPublished - 2004
Externally publishedYes
EventANTEC 2004 - Annual Technical Conference Proceedings - Chicago, IL., United States
Duration: 16 May 200420 May 2004

Conference

ConferenceANTEC 2004 - Annual Technical Conference Proceedings
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityChicago, IL.
Period16/05/0420/05/04

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