Past and Current Major Research Topics
The below figure illustrates the various research projects currently being conducted by faculty, staff, and students at the PEC. New projects that have great potentials and industrial impact will be initiated upon recommendation by the consortium Industrial Advisory Board.

Current research interests at PEC
Processing of Reinforced Thermosetting Polymer Parts
Continuous Electronic Laminate Processing
Boundary Element Simulations in Polymer Engineering
Development of Processing Techniques for Alternative Polymers Made of Renewable Resources
In-Line Measurement of Polymer Melting Behavior in Single-Screw Extruders
Process Development and Material Characterization of Microcellular Co-Injection Molding
Thin-Wall Injection Molding Processes
Computer-aided Process and Design Optimization Tools
Web-based Distributed Manufacturing Knowledge Management System
Wire Coating and Pipe Extrusion
Axial Flow Between Eccentric Cylinders
Sliding Plate Rheometer Development
Die Lines and Die Lip Build-up in Plastics Extrusion
Research Activities on Controllable Materials, Mechanics and Electronic Technologies
Field Controllable Polymer Composites
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