Compression Molding of Fiber Glass/Epoxy Handguards for the SFLM (Serial Flechette Launch Mechanism) Advanced Combat Rifle

Abstract

A novel compression molding process was used to fabricate a lightweight, high strength continuous filament fiber glass/epoxy handguard for the advanced combat rifle. This process involved placing a filament wound preimpregnated preform into a fiber glass/epoxy mold with a room temperature vulcanized (RTV) rubber top cover and subjecting it to an autoclave cycle. A well-compacted and durable structure was easily and quickly produced utilizing this technique. Keywords: Advanced combat rifle; Fiber glass/Epoxy composites; Composite materials; Compression molding fabrication; Filament winding.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1989
Accession Number
ADA212040

Entities

People

  • Kevin R. Miner

Organizations

  • United States Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Composite Materials
  • Compression Molding
  • Engineering
  • Epoxy Composites
  • Epoxy Resins
  • Injection Molding
  • Laminates
  • Manufacturing
  • Materials
  • Materials Processing
  • Materials Science
  • Mechanics
  • Military Research
  • Molding Techniques
  • Moldings
  • Resins
  • Shape

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

Readers

  • Marksmanship and Weaponry.
  • Reinforced Composite Materials