A Guide to Modeling Thermoplastic Composite Manufacturing Processes
A Guide to Modeling Thermoplastic Composite Manufacturing Processes

Author: Corey Lynam, P. Eng.,

Publisher: DEStech Publications, Inc

Published: 2014-09-09

Total Pages: 102

ISBN-13: 1605950424

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Models and experiments for faster, less expensive manufacture of thermoplastic partsFocused on simulating thermal defects in thermoplasticsTechniques for better molds, tooling and equipment Book explains methods and coding to create FEM-based models to optimize process variables and predict dimensional distortions during the manufacture of thermoplastic matrix composite parts. After investigating defects, such as spring-in, caused by thermal inconsistencies during manufacture, the text offers a step-by-step approach to simulating and predicting the magnitude of distortion via readily available FE codes. Models are validated by testing using the example of a multi-staged roll-formed continuous thermoplastic woven laminate, which can be readily extended to a variety of mold geometries. Information in this book is intended to reduce the need for costly and time-consuming re-tooling in thermoplastic parts design.

Process Modeling in Composites Manufacturing, Second Edition
Process Modeling in Composites Manufacturing, Second Edition

Author: Suresh G. Advani

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2010-07-14

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13: 9781135565138

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An ideal introductory text, this book helps readers understand and improve current manufacturing processes as well as invent novel composite processing techniques. It includes qualitative questions and fill-in-the-blank exercises along with quantitative problems. The contents covers transport equations especially geared towards polymer flows, the basics of fluid mechanics and heat transfer principles, short fiber suspension and advanced thermoplastic manufacturing methods, reaction and crystallization kinetics and permeability of fabrics, conventional assumptions in polymer composite processing, and modeling tools such as dimensionless analysis and closed forms solutions.

Process Modeling in Composites Manufacturing
Process Modeling in Composites Manufacturing

Author: Suresh G. Advani

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2010-07-14

Total Pages: 628

ISBN-13: 1466580569

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There is a wealth of literature on modeling and simulation of polymer composite manufacturing processes. However, existing books neglect to provide a systematic explanation of how to formulate and apply science-based models in polymer composite manufacturing processes. Process Modeling in Composites Manufacturing, Second Edition provides tangible m

ASC Series on Advances in Composite Materials
ASC Series on Advances in Composite Materials

Author: Alfred C. Loos

Publisher: DEStech Publications, Inc

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 1605950998

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Contains 16 original papers on the processing and manufacturing of thermoset and thermoplastic composites. In this book, nine chapters cover modeling and process parameters for many shapes of thermosets using RTM, VARTM and CRTM.

Manufacturing of Polymer Composites
Manufacturing of Polymer Composites

Author: B. Tomas Astrom

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2018-04-27

Total Pages: 500

ISBN-13: 1351433784

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The potential application areas for polymer composites are vast. While techniques and methodologies for composites design are relatively well established, the knowledge and understanding of post-design issues lag far behind. This leads to designs and eventually composites with disappointing properties and unnecessarily high cost, thus impeding a wider industrial acceptance of polymer composites. Manufacturing of Polymer Composites completely covers pre- and post-design issues. While the book enables students to become fully comfortable with composites as a possible materials choice, it also provides sufficient knowledge about manufacturing-related issues to permit them to avoid common pitfalls and unmanufacturable designs. The book is a fully comprehensive text covering all commercially significant materials and manufacturing techniques while at the same time discussing areas of research and development that are nearing commercial reality.

Thermoplastic Composites
Thermoplastic Composites

Author: Haibin Ning

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2021-11-08

Total Pages: 369

ISBN-13: 1501511610

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The book covers various thermoplastic composites, including continuous and discontinuous fiber thermoplastic composites. It describes processing methods and explains the effect of different processing parameters on the structure and performance of thermoplastic composites. Characterization and mechanics of the composite are also discussed in the book.

Thermoplastic Aromatic Polymer Composites
Thermoplastic Aromatic Polymer Composites

Author: Frederic Neil Cogswell

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2013-10-22

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 1483164764

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Thermoplastic Aromatic Polymer Composites: A Study of the Structure, Processing and Properties of Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polyetheretherketone and Related Materials deals with the field of thermoplastic composite materials through a study of carbon fiber reinforced polyetheretherketone. The book is composed of twelve chapters. The first four chapters are an introduction and basic learning of thermoplastic composite materials. These chapters include discussions on the components of thermoplastics, product forms, and the microstructure of aromatic polymer composites. The processing and manufacturing technology, including the fundamental operations, control, and the wide implications of manufacturing the composite material, are analyzed. The service performance structure of three interactions, namely, material, design, and processing, are illustrated. The strength of thermoplastic composites is then considered through an analysis of both shear and extensions with elastic modulus, but in the case of material strength, the differences between tension and compression properties should be taken into account. The book also notes that the durability, temperature sensitivity, and environmental resistance should likewise be regarded for a structural composite to have practical value and satisfactory performance. Lastly, the text explains that the numerous applications of thermoplastic structural composites, such as in medicine, aviation, marine and space technology, automotive, and industrial machinery, are all important and a rigorous evaluation is therefore necessary. The book finally suggests that the research into the future developments in the thermoplastic structural composites and the trend toward new design strategies and processing technology are important in optimizing the composite's great potential. Industrial researchers in the field of chemistry and polymer composites, students, and academicians interested in the design and application of polymer composites will find this book relevant.

Composites Manufacturing
Composites Manufacturing

Author: Sanjay Mazumdar

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2001-12-27

Total Pages: 417

ISBN-13: 1420041983

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More and more companies manufacture reinforced composite products. To meet the market need, researchers and industries are developing manufacturing methods without a reference that thoroughly covers the manufacturing guidelines. Composites Manufacturing: Materials, Product, and Process Engineering fills this void. The author presents a fundamental

Manufacturing Process Modelling of Thermoplastic Composite Resistance Welding
Manufacturing Process Modelling of Thermoplastic Composite Resistance Welding

Author: Edith Talbot

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13:

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"One-, two- and three-dimensional transient heat transfer finite element models are developed to simulate the resistance welding process of pre-consolidated unidirectional AS4 carbon fibre reinforced Poly-ether-ether-ketone (APC-2/AS4) laminates with a metal mesh heating element, in a lap-shear configuration. The finite element models are used to investigate the effect of process and material parameters on the thermal behaviour of the coupon size welds, yielding to a better understanding of the process. The 1-D model determines: (a) the importance of including the latent heat of PEEK, and (b) the through-thickness temperature gradient away from the edges, for different tooling plate materials. The 2-D model simulates the cross-section of the process, considering the convective and irradiative heat losses from the areas of the heating element exposed to air. The 3-D model includes the heat conduction along the length of the laminates, to fully depict the thermal behaviour of the welds. Finally, the models are compared with experimental data." --