Abstract
The freeze–form extrusion process for aqueous-based ceramic paste is complex due to the non-Newtonian behavior of the paste. In this paper the process is studied numerically using a developed mathematical model. The ceramic paste viscosity is characterized by the Herschel-Bulkley model. The relationship between plunger velocity and extrusion force is computed numerically. The influence of air, which is mixed with the paste during the loading process, is also examined. Due to the compressibility introduced by the trapped air, the plunger force dynamic response is typically dominated by a first order response. It is also shown that the extrusion plunger force depends on the volume of air in the extruder. Good agreement is obtained between the simulation results and experimental data.
Recommended Citation
M. Li et al., "Numerical Simulation of Ram Extrusion Process for Ceramic Materials," Proceedings of the 22nd Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (2011, Austin, TX), pp. 290 - 308, University of Texas at Austin, Aug 2011.
Meeting Name
22nd Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium -- An Additive Manufacturing Conference (2011: Aug. 8-10, Austin, TX)
Department(s)
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Keywords and Phrases
Ceramic paste extrusion; Numerical simulation; Non-Newtonian flow
Document Type
Article - Conference proceedings
Document Version
Final Version
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Publication Date
10 Aug 2011
Comments
This project is supported by National Science Foundation (CMMI 0856419) and Center for Aerospace Manufacturing Technologies at Missouri University of Science and Technology.