ISSN:
0272-8397
Keywords:
Chemistry
;
Chemical Engineering
Source:
Wiley InterScience Backfile Collection 1832-2000
Topics:
Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgy, Traffic Engineering, Precision Mechanics
Notes:
Process-induced effects on thermoplastic-based composites were investigated for laminates processed under high production rate conditions. Press-formed carbon-fiber-reinforced poly(ether ether ketone) (PEEK) was used as a model system. The morphology and laminate quality were investigated on unidirectional laminates processed at cooling rates from 0.3 to 120°C/s and annealing of 177°C and 300°C. The laminate quality was examined for degree of consolidation, compaction, and fiber-matrix uniformity. Combined calorimetric and density measurements, as well as micrographic techniques, were used for examination of the laminates. The fracture toughness for the laminate was measured as a function of the position over the thickness of a 40-ply thick unidirectional laminate. This study clearly demonstrates the importance of uniform pressure distribution over the laminate to achieve a void free and homogeneous laminate.
Additional Material:
10 Ill.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/pc.750110207
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