Dynamic computer simulation of parts feeding on a vibratory bowl feeder

Abstract

This paper describes the development of three-dimensional (3D) computer simulation software using Java 3D API to simulate parts feeding and orienting in a vibratory bowl feeder. The simulation software can perform dynamic simulation of part motion and the interaction of simple parts with the designed orienting mechanism, therefore enabling the reliability and capability of the design of the mechanism to be assessed prior to fabrication of the bowl feeder.