Roll-Trusion (RT*) of Composite Structures.

Abstract

A program was conducted to assess the feasibility of 'Roll-Truding' (RT*) fiber-reinforced composite structures. The primary objective of this effort was to develop a processing method for continuous profiles of fiber-reinforced/epoxy matrix composites that could significantly increase production rates obtainable by pultrusion. The concept of 'Roll-Trusion' (RT*) or pull-forming centers on the use of pf heated rollers was to (1) feed the stock material, (2) form the profile shape, and (3) provide the heat required for curing of the thermosetting resin. A bench model 'Roll-Truder' (RT*) apparatus was constructed; 1-inch wide glass/epoxy and graphite/epoxy specimens were successfully produced. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1983
Accession Number
ADA140838

Entities

People

  • J. R. Plumer
  • M. A. Yates
  • S. B. Driscoll

Organizations

  • United States Army Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Biomedical And Dental Materials
  • Composite Materials
  • Composite Structures
  • Engineering
  • Epoxy Resins
  • Films
  • Glass Fibers
  • Information Processing
  • Manufacturing
  • Materials
  • Materials Science
  • Military Research
  • Plastics
  • Production
  • Resins
  • Thermosetting Plastics

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

Readers

  • Reinforced Composite Materials
  • Software Engineering
  • Tribology (the study of the boundary interaction between sliding surfaces, lubrication, wear and friction).