An interactive web-based design system for rubber injection mold: Automotive rubber parts

Abstract

This research aims at integrating a knowledge-based system and web-based technology to facilitate the rubber and rubber composite injection mold design. The system integrates both of computer-aided design and web-based management by using the application programming interface. The research processes started with gathering data and knowledge concerning on rubber injection mold design and process, with the designed framework of the system included. An example part was demonstrated in order to validate the developed system. Based on standardized procedures, the system provides counseling that is able to resolve relevant issues at the early stage of the mold design. The system can be used for both designing and training in rubber mold fabrication.

Keywords

• rubber injection mold design
• interactive
• web-based design
• knowledge-based design