Strip Mill Real-time Simulation Based On OpenGL

The simulation technology of strip mill is significant for optimizing the rolling regulation and improving the efficiency on the parameter module. The symbolization result based on the visualization of the simulation program. Thepaper presents the software system of strip mill real-time simulation based on OpenGL, the research of strip mill and the hydraulic AGC. The software system uses Visual C++ 6.0 as its O.S. in the Chinese Windows98.The strip mill real-time simulation system includes six parts: the module of input and output; the module of vision simulation for a rolling mill; the module of strip mill real-time simulation; the module of rolling process simulation; the module of people computer interface; the module of database design. The paper introduces the principle and implement of all modules.The software system uses ODBC technology to implement real-time simulation. The module of 3D model design for strip mill real-time simulationadopts the standard language of graphic technology------OpenGL(OpenGraphic Library) three-dimensional entity model. The software system can simulate strip mill rolling process using ODBC in the Visual C++ 6.0 to transfer Microsoft Access for background data. The strip, roller, welding machine and rolling machine based on the data. It is realized on the lighting, hiding and mixing.The software system traced out curve of cold rolling pressure using computer graphics, directly show the operating process of control the aim thickness of strip.The software system holds friendly user interface. It can reflect vision simulation of the rolling process. It adapts deferent mill system for observing.