Infusion

Marine

Pushing the limits of infusion

Polyworx BV used RTM-Worx, semipermeable membranes, a special feed and vacuum line layout and MMD machines to infuse a 62m minesweeper with degassed resin.

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Carbon Fibers

Russian renaissance: Leading the OOA revolution?

Since the breakup of the Soviet Union in 1991, one of the most remarkable results has been a resurgence in aeromanufacturing within the Russian Federation.

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Aerospace

Out-of-autoclave manufacturing: The green solution

Regular HPC columnist Dale Brosius calls attention to the environmental benefits of out-of-autoclave processing.

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RTM

RVB Infusion = Light RTM?

There is some difference of opinion as to whether parts infused under reusable vacuum bags (RVBs) are the equivalent of those produced by Light resin transfer molding (RTM). See why.

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Sustainability

RVB insider insights

Experts in reusable vacuum bag technology share insights into bags adapted for autoclave use.

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Adhesives

Reusable vacuum membranes: Coming of age?

Durable custom elastomeric bags cut consumables cost and boost rate production.

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Construction

Bus station pavilion: A marriage of design and manufacture

Architectural design studio and boatbuilder cooperate to make this passenger terminal "first" a first-class showpiece.

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Infusion

Co-infused stringers and carbon fiber at Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show

Midnight Express Boats takes almost 4,000 lb out of its newest model, the 39S, with a switch to infusion and better optimized laminates.

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Autoclave

Janicki Industries: Breaking the mold

Once known only as a toolmaker, Janicki offers unique precision, production capability and problem solving as it pioneers leading-edge composites technology.

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Flow-front dynamics: Heat and vacuum hold

Three infusion experts talk about ways and means to avoid erratic flow fronts during resin infusion processes.

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