Composites forming Technologies

Author/creator Long, A. Editor
Format Electronic
Publication InfoSawston : Woodhead Publishing Limited
Description344 p. ill 23.000 x 016.000 cm.
Supplemental ContentFull text available from eBook - Materials Science 2007
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Summary Annotation When forming composite materials with textiles there is always a degree of error when draping a fabric over the mould and adding the resin. The fabric can deform or shift in the mould before adding the resin or whilst it is being poured in. Such problems can cause weaknesses in the composite leading to failure or even rendering the composite useless, meaning the whole process has to be started again. In order to counteract this it is necessary to be able to model the draping of different textiles to fully understand the issues that may arise and how to prevent them from occurring in the future. Composites forming technologies brings together the research of leading experts in the area to give a comprehensive understanding of modelling and simulation within composite forming and design. Analysis techniques, computer software and technology for forming different types of composites are also covered. CONTENTS Forming mechanisms and materials characterisation; Constitutive modelling; The use of draping simulation in composites design; Finite element analysis of composite forming; Virtual testing to establish material formability; Optimisation of composite forming; Compression moulding simulation; Forming technology - thermoplastics; Forming technology - thermosets; Composite/metal hybrids; Forming of self-reinforced polymer materials; Geometrical deformations/spring-forward due to tool/part; Benchmarking of composites forming analysis techniques.
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ISBN9781845690335
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