Development of a novel color inhomogeneity test method for injection molded parts

• Published in: Polymer testing Vol. 37; pp. 112 - 116
• Main Authors: Zsíros, L., Suplicz, A., Romhány, G., Tábi, T., Kovács, J.G.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Kindlington Elsevier Ltd 01.08.2014; Elsevier
• Subjects: Aesthetics; Applied sciences; Color; Color differences; Color inhomogeneity; Exact sciences and technology; Homogeneity; Inhomogeneity; Injection molding; Injection moulding; Machinery and processing; Mechanical properties; Moulding; Plastics; Polymer industry, paints, wood; Research and development; Technology of polymers; Visual inspection; Injection molding; Aesthetics; Color inhomogeneity; Color differences; Color; Experimental study; Modeling; Processing equipment; Measuring instrument; Processing control; Heterogeneity; ABS; Image analysis; Manufacturing defect; Injection mold; Automatic measurement; Optical properties; Coloration; Visual control

Nowadays, most research and development concerning injection molded products is focused on their mechanical properties, although visual appeal plays an even more important role on the market. There are several standards and recommendations for the testing of mechanical properties, but appearance can...