Formability analyses of uni-directional and textile reinforced thermoplastics

Bending characterisation of a molten unidirectional carbon fibre reinforced thermoplastic composite using a Dynamic Mechanical Analysis system

“…Among others, common flaws concern fibre re-orientations and wrinkles [12][13][14][15]. To avoid time and cost expensive trial-by-error approaches, simulations based on Finite Element (FE) methods have been developed [16][17][18][19][20][21]. These enable a better understanding of the forming process ahead of any trials by providing insights on the interactions existing between the different stakeholders (composites, tooling etc.).…”

Improved cryogenic interlaminar shear strength of glass fabric/epoxy composites by graphene oxide

“…Fiber-reinforced laminated composites are widely used in aerospace, automobile and defense industries because of their ease of handling, low fabrication cost, and excellent mechanical properties (including damage tolerance and impact resistance) [1][2][3]. In particular, glass fabric (GF)-reinforced epoxy laminates are used mainly as thermal insulation, electrical insulation, and permeability barrier, which provides minimal structural support in superconducting magnets of international thermonuclear experimental reactor (ITER) and future nuclear fusion reactors [4,5].…”

Induced forming modes in a pre-consolidated woven polypropylene composite during stretch forming process at room temperature: I. Experimental studies

“…Benefitting from composites in a broader range of applications is viable only if they are produced via a more effective technique capable of addressing high volume production rates. Stamp forming, as a rapid manufacturing technique, has been extensively applied and studied on prepreg woven composites [7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16]. The procedure includes forming of already impregnated woven fabrics into the desired geometry by a punch (draping) http whilst sufficient pressure and temperature is applied.…”