《China Foundry》
Title:Deep learning retrieval of 3D casting models combined with professional knowledge for process reuse
Author:Xiao-long Pei1, **Hua Hou1, Li-wen Chen1, Zhi-qiang Duan1, and *Yu-hong Zhao1, 2, 3
Address: 1. School of Materials Science and Engineering, Collaborative Innovation Center of Ministry of Education and Shanxi Province for High-performance Al/Mg Alloy Materials, North University of China, Taiyuan 030051, China 2. Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Materials Genome Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China; 3. Institute of Materials Intelligent Technology, Liaoning Academy of Materials, Shenyang 110004, China
Key words:casting; 3D model retrieval; process reuse; deep learning
CLC Nmuber:TP391.9
Document Code:A
Article ID:1672-6421(2025)06-710-13
Abstract:
Accurate retrieval of casting 3D models is crucial for process reuse. Current methods primarily focus on shape similarity, neglecting process design features, which compromises reusability. In this study, a novel deep learning retrieval method for process reuse was proposed, which integrates process design features into the retrieval of casting 3D models. This method leverages the comparative language-image pretraining (CLIP) model to extract shape features from the three views and sectional views of the casting model and combines them with process design features such as modulus, main wall thickness, symmetry, and length-to-height ratio to enhance process reusability. A database of 230 production casting models was established for model validation. Results indicate that incorporating process design features improves model accuracy by 6.09%, reaching 97.82%, and increases process similarity by 30.25%. The reusability of the process was further verified using the casting simulation software EasyCast. The results show that the process retrieved after integrating process design features produces the least shrinkage in the target model, demonstrating this method’s superior ability for process reuse. This approach does not require a large dataset for training and optimization, making it highly applicable to casting process design and related manufacturing processes.