Neural-network-based predictive learning control of ram velocity in injection molding

In this paper, we develop a predictive learning controller for ram velocity of injection molding based on neural networks. We first introduce a model of describing the injection molding, including the time horizon and the batch index. The feedback control plus biased function is proposed for controlling this plant. More specifically, a radial basis function (RBF) network is used to approximate the biased function based on the time horizon. The weights in the RBF are determined by a predictive control scheme based on the batch index. For this algorithm, relevant convergence is investigated. Simulation results reveal that the proposed control can achieve our claims.