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Control structure for a molding system

US10201922B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 16, 2012
Grant dateFeb 12, 2019
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Expiry dateMar 20, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C2945/76946
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed herein, amongst other things, is a control structure for a molding system (900). The control structure includes a controller (106, 934) and a valve actuator (104) for positioning a valve member (102) of a valve (101) for regulating flow of molding material in the molding system (900), wherein the controller (106, 934) is configured to monitor an operating parameter of the valve actuator (104) for indirectly appreciating an indication of a molding parameter of the molding system (900).

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