Software simulates shot blasting machines and processes

Rösler shot blast simulation software

Rösler has developed simulation software for use during the planning phase for new shot blast equipment. Every physical stage of the shot blasting process, including the respective workpieces, can be displayed in a 3D model. This includes the blast media type, the thrown media quantity, and the media flow.

The data generated by the particle simulation allow a precise evaluation of how much blast media is required and the impact energy with which it must hit different workpiece surface areas to achieve 100% coverage. The data also helps determine the required turbine power, the position of the turbines, and the design of suitable workpiece fixtures.

Shot blast machinery for new workpieces can be planned based on CAD data before the actual workpieces are available in prototype form. This eliminates processing trials with actual workpieces and allows the machine to start productive operation as soon as it is commissioned.

Simulation also provides insight as to whether specified blast results can be achieved on workpieces with a given geometry. If that is not possible, the simulation results can help guide the optimization of the workpiece shape.