Overview
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Learn about composite manufacturing, including materials, manufacturing processes, and repair methods.
Syllabus
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Introduction
- Stronger and lighter
- Introduction to composite manufacturing
- What is a composite?
- History of composites
- Where composites are used
- Fibers and fabrics
- Matrix: Resins
- Core
- Adhesives
- Layup process
- Room temp curing: Wet layup
- Autoclave: Elevated temp and pressure
- Resin infusion process
- Compression molding
- Defining defects and nondestructive methods
- Visual inspection
- Tap testing
- Ultrasonic
- Radiography
- Thermography
- Neutron radiography
- Moisture detector
- Manufacturing defects
- In-service defects
- Solid laminates
- Sandwich
- Next steps
