Development of Pouring Work Training Simulator with Indicating Operation Score for Efficient Skill Acquisition

This paper is concerned with an advanced training simulator of pouring work in the casting industry. The pouring work is a process of pouring high temperature molten metal into a mold. It is a dangerous environment for the worker. On the other hand, since it affects the quality of casting products, the skilled workers are required. In this study, the training simulator with indicating the operation score of the pouring work in the monitor is developed for acquiring safely and efficiently the pouring skill for the novice worker. The trainee can perform the pouring work while aiming to improve his skill by referring the operation score in the simulator.