The DebindoŠ software is designed to simulate thermal debinding based on various mathematical models. This software contains simulations for the basic model, the two-phases model, the multi-component model, and the three dimensional (3D) model. Each model simulates a unique set of initial conditions in debinding. As a result, a variety of graphical representations in Microsoft Excel can be obtained from DebindoŠ. These graphs primarily predict the pressure build-up inside a green body. Click here for the software.
Mathematical models used in the software were derived from journals and papers around the world. Much of these models involve differential equations that require initial conditions to reach a solution. However, the initial values corresponding to each model may seem confusing to understand. For example, all models require volume fractions of the binder component and the solids loading as initial conditions. These values are interrelated and, thus, may create problems during simulations if their relationship is ignored. Several other factors go into the simulations that aid in producing an accurate representation of the debinding process. Therefore, a tutorial was prepared to help the user in navigating and in utilizing DebindoŠ effectively. The tutorial answers the following questions:
 | How does DebindoŠ work? |
| How to Open and Save files when using DebindoŠ? |
| How do the Initial Conditions affect calculations in DebindoŠ? |
| How do the Mathematical Models work? |
Center for Innovative Sintered Products (CISP), Pennsylvania State University, University Park