Evaluation of the informed isotropic (IISO) viscosity model for compression molding of discontinuous fiber reinforced polymers

Key Points

• The IISO viscosity model significantly enhances compression molding efficiency and quality in reinforced polymers.
• A notable improvement in molding consistency was observed during compression tests, with enhanced performance metrics.
• Utilizing the IISO viscosity model in the analysis of fiber alignment showcases promising results for manufacturing processes.
• Further validation of this model could lead to optimized designs in fiber reinforced polymer applications.