Composites Curing
Curing in composites refers to the process where the composite materials, typically comprised of a resin matrix and reinforcing fibers, undergo a chemical reaction or heat treatment to solidify and form the final desired shape and properties. This stage is critical as it transforms the raw materials into a durable and structurally sound composite. Curing methods vary based on the type of matrix—whether it's a thermosetting resin like epoxy or a thermoplastic resin. Heat, pressure, or a combination of both are often applied during curing to activate the chemical reactions that cross-link the molecules within the matrix, creating a robust bond between the fibers and the matrix.
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Formable, reusable tooling achieves complex composite parts
CAMX 2024: Hawthorn Composites is displaying an inner and outer tail boom and a multi-chamber composite trailing edge control surface, enabled via its Smart Tooling solution.
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VOC-free UV curing prepregs, putties and primer provide effective repair, bonding
CAMX 2024: Sunrez Corp. presents its product line for UV curing, all crafted without VOCs or HAPs for reduced emissions.
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Hardener accelerator line designed for epoxy resin optimization
CAMX 2024: Alzchem highlights the Dyhard series of latent curing agents, providing the balance of mechanical and thermal properties formulators need for thermoset epoxy resin systems.
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Curing ovens ensure coverage of composite heating needs
CAMX 2024: Composite curing ovens by Wisconsin Oven provide a variety of features for comprehensive support, including temperature uniformity, energy efficiency, advanced controls and IoT, all backed by a dedicated team.
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Uavos delivers curing oven to aerocomposites manufacturer
Composite curing oven meets customer needs with ability to cure complex synthetic and composite parts.
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Abaris selects Premier ESR to optimize composite cure cycles
Encapsulated sample rheometer (ESR) by Alpha Technologies will be incorporated into Abaris’ service and consultation business to characterize a variety of composite material specimens.
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CompositesWorld’s CW Tech Days: Infrastructure event offers a series of expert presentations on composite materials, processes and applications that should and will be considered for use in the infrastructure and construction markets.
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Closed mold processes offer many advantages over open molding. This knowledge center details the basics of closed mold methods and the products and tools essential to producing a part correctly.
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The composites industry is increasingly recognizing the imperative of sustainability in its operations. As demand for lightweight and durable materials rises across various sectors, such as automotive, aerospace, and construction, there is a growing awareness of the environmental impact associated with traditional composite manufacturing processes.
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Latest Curing News And Updates
Intelligent autoclaves emphasize sustainability, efficiency
CAMX 2023: Olmar introduces its “intelligent” autoclave, a combination of the company’s Industry 4.0 technology and its 75 years experience in autoclave and oven manufacture.
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Thermal processing workflow software effectively monitors composite processing equipment
CAMX 2023: State-of-the-art, user-friendly PCS 2.0 showcased by Walton Process Technologies is an Industry 4.0 process control software for autoclaves, presses and ovens.
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High-efficiency, low-energy industrial ovens, furnaces and washers
CAMX 2023: International Thermal Systems (ITS) offers a range of equipment that maximizes manufacturing efficiencies and minimizes energy consumption that include OOA composite curing ovens.
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SmartValves offer improvements over traditional vacuum bag ports
Developed to resolve tilting and close-off issues, SmartValves eliminate cutting through vacuum bags while offering reduced process time and maintenance.
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Addyx carbon exoskeleton technology enables molded ribs inside hollow composite structures
Using a water-soluble mandrel, carbon exoskeleton opens paradigm for topology-optimized composites, cutting weight, manufacturing time and scrap rate.
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GMI Aero extends Anita EZ hot bonder thermocouple capabilities
Thirty-six thermocouples (T/Cs) are now available for flexible temperature monitoring/control during composite curing.
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Real-time assessment of thermoset composites curing
The combination of material state management (MSM) software and an encapsulated sample rheometer (ESR) enables real-time cure recipe management or cure model development inside the autoclave.
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Nine factors to consider when designing composites cure tooling
Gary Bond discusses the common pitfalls and compromises when designing good cure tooling and their holistic significance for a robust composite production process.
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Materials & Processes: Fabrication methods
There are numerous methods for fabricating composite components. Selection of a method for a particular part, therefore, will depend on the materials, the part design and end-use or application. Here's a guide to selection.
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Fingerprinting liquids for composites
Collo uses electromagnetic sensors and edge analytics to optimize resin degassing, mixing, infusion, polymerization and cure as well as monitoring drift from benchmarked process parameters and enabling in-situ process control.
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Plant tour: Bucci Composites, Faenza, Italy
A stalwart in Italy’s “Motor Valley” opens its doors for a discussion and exploration of the company’s history in composites manufacturing for high-performance cars and other applications.
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Using machine learning to accelerate composites processing simulation
A speed gain of 1,000 to 10,000 times greater than traditional FE models has been achieved using machine learning models, enabling near real-time simulation for large composite components.
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