Six KTP researchers took part in the 40th International Conference of the Polymer Processing Society (PPS-40) in Auckland, New Zealand, from 22 April to 25 April 2025. The KTP delegation presented eight technical papers covering a wide range of current research topics:
- Jan Oldemeier presented his investigations into the dispersive and distributive mixing effect of screw elements in co-rotating twin-screw extruders. He also represented Kai Lingnau with a presentation on the transfer of powder-coated direct coating in the injection moulding process from two-dimensional to three-dimensional components.
- Felix Hanselle presented an approach for improving injection moulding simulation through the use of modelled, pressure-dependent viscosity data.
- Christian Held showed the influence of processing parameters on the mechanical strength of injection moulded parts made of BMC, particularly with regard to direct screw connections.
- Felix Knaup reported on the further development of a numerical two-phase model for simulating the melting process in single-screw extruders, based on experimental investigations.
- Jan Landgräber presented a coupled simulation model for the analysis of solids conveying in injection moulding machines using the discrete element method (DEM) and multi-body simulations (MBS). He also represented Philipp Brandes with a contribution on the non-destructive measurement of fibre-matrix adhesion in glass fibre-reinforced thermoplastic composite laminates using ultrasound.
- Maximilian Salm investigated the influence of filler type and content on the electrical conductivity and Shore hardness of TPU composites in fused filament fabrication.
Participation in the PPS-40 not only enabled the presentation of own research on an international stage, but also an intensive exchange with other scientists and industry representatives. The KTP Group returns with valuable impulses and new contacts
