Gate type selection based on fuzzy mapping

Gate type selection is very important for mould design. Improper gate type may lead to poor product quality and low production efficiency. Although numerical simulation approach could be used to optimize gate location, the determination of gate type is still up to designers' experience. A novel method for selecting gate type based on fuzzy logic is proposed. The proposed methodology follows three steps: Design requirements for gate is extracted and generalized; Possible gate types (design schemes) are presented; The fuzzy mapping relationship between gate design requirements and gate design scheme is established based on fuzzy composition and fuzzy relation transition matrices that are assigned by domain experts.