Effects of Thermal Spiking on Graphite-Epoxy Composites.

Abstract

Tests were performed evaluating the effects of thermal spikes on the moisture absorption characteristics, the ultimate tensile strength, and the buckling modulus of Thornel 300/Fiberite 1034 composites. Measurements were made on unidirectional and angleply laminates, using different types of thermal spikes. A survey was also made of the existing data. This survey, together with the present data, indicate how thermal spikes affect the moisture absorption and the mechanical properties of different graphite-epoxy composites. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA072825

Entities

People

  • Alfred C. Loos
  • George S. Springer

Organizations

  • University of Michigan

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Aircrafts
  • Composite Materials
  • Composite Structures
  • Environment
  • Epoxy Composites
  • Epoxy Laminates
  • Graphite Epoxy Composites
  • Graphitic Materials
  • Laminates
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Testing
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Mechanics
  • Moisture Content
  • Tensile Strength

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

Readers

  • Reinforced Composite Materials