Tracking consolidation of out-of-autoclave prepreg corners using pressure sensors

Maes, Vincent K.; Radhakrishnan, Arjun; Hartley, Jamie; Sykes, Stuart; Kratz, James

doi:10.1016/j.compositesa.2022.107172

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“…All samples were manufactured utilising the same concave aluminium tool, which was cleaned with acetone and coated with a release agent to eliminate residue and enhance extraction capabilities, before the lay-up process [15,19]. A surface film was then applied to achieve a smooth surface finish before adding layers of quadriaxial plies to create a quasi-isotropic laminate.…”

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“…A breather fabric was then used to cover the PMC components and a series of thermocouple sensors were set up to monitor the cure profile, specifically temperature and pressure fluctuations. Following this, a surface-bagging technique was employed on the tooling (Figure 3) and the entire assembly was placed inside a mechanical convection oven, a methodology utilised by [19].…”

Section: Layup and Processingmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Finite Element Analysis of Manufacturing Deformation in Polymer Matrix Composites

Singleton,

Saeed,

Strawbridge

et al. 2024

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This paper introduces a unique finite element analysis (FEA) technique designed to predict spring-back behaviour in polymer matrix composites (PMCs). Extensive research has been conducted to model the manufacturing process of multiple ‘L’-shaped components, fabricated from SPRINTTM materials (GLP 43 and GLP 96) at two thicknesses (15 mm and 25 mm). Three distinct FEA methodologies were utilised to determine the impact of thermal loads and rigid fixtures. An error deviation of 3.23% was recorded when comparing simulation results to experimental data, thereby validating the effectiveness of the FEA methodology.

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confidence: 99%

Section: Layup and Processingmentioning

confidence: 99%