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Fig. 9.5 Computer-aided
design and rapid prototype of
“gerotor”-type internal gear
pump (i.e., for extracorporal
pumping)

evaluation of fi ll time and part quality in a multicavity mold aimed at part produc-
tion optimization.
Simulations, based on similar software resources, can be used for analyzing
transformation processes involving the fl ow or deformation of plastic materials,
including plastic injection molding, metal injection molding, forging, and compres-
sion molding, among others.

9.5 Main Conclusions and Future Research

Computer-aided manufacturing, as already detailed, is the use of software to pre-
pare part manufacture and to control machine tools and related machinery during
part or product fabrication. A more advanced and complete approach includes also
all the computer-based simulation tools for preparing and adequately managing a
whole production plant and its manufacturing processes.
This chapter has introduced computer-aided manufacturing technologies and its
main applications, especially focusing on the biomedical industry and related prod-
ucts. Case studies of a couple of medical appliances have been provided, one linked