Thermal management in polymer sheet extrusion using physics informed neural networks and non-Fourier viscoelastic modeling

Key Points

• This approach optimizes thermal management for polymer extrusion processes, enhancing material quality.
• It demonstrates the effectiveness of neural networks for modeling thermal behaviors compared to traditional methods.
• Utilizing non-Fourier viscoelastic modeling enables deeper insights into heat conduction dynamics within the system.
• Improvements in thermal efficiency could lead to energy savings and better product performance in polymer manufacturing.