Abstract
A finite element program has been used to analyze the wire-coating process of an MDPE melt. The melt is modeled by a nonisothermal Carreau model. The emphasis is on predicting an accurate temperature field. Therefore, it is necessary to include the heat conduction in the metal parts. A comparison is made with the results of a simulation that models the heat conduction in the metal head by means of a Biot boundary condition. The influence of the wire velocity, inlet temperature and power-law index will be examined.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Polymer Engineering and Science |
Volume | 39 |
Issue number | 10 |
Pages (from-to) | 2007-2018 |
ISSN | 0032-3888 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1999 |