Master's thesis in the field of process analysis and optimization in elastomer injection molding (m/f/d)

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You work in the process-technical peculiarities of the elastomer injection molding You analyze an existing elastomer injection molding process with regard to process control and stability You carry out the rheological characterization of the elastomer materials used by You carry out Vulcan investigations to analyze the crosslinking behavior and evaluate it You plan and conduct test series to vary relevant process parameters You collect and evaluate machine and process data You analyze the process data program-based for identifying relationships and influencing variables You evaluate the impact of the process parameters on component quality and process windows You are running recommendations for process optimization and process monitoring

You are immatriculated in a course of plastic engineering, mechanical engineering, material sciences or a comparable course of study You are interested in injection molding processes and process technology, ideally with first experience in the field of elastomers You have basic knowledge of data analysis or programming (e.g. Python) You are interested in experimental work in the technical or production facilities You work structured, independent and analytically You have good knowledge of German or English

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