Optimization of compression molding process in laminated woven composites

L. Onal*, S. Adanur

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Abstract

The production parameters of compression molding have a significant effect on the mechanical properties of glass-reinforced composites. The effects of compression molding parameters such as curing time, curing temperature, and clamp pressure on the stress-strain relation of the woven composites are examined for the same volume fraction ratio (Vf=39%). The contribution of epoxy resin and curing agent mixing ratio is investigated as well. The optimum production parameters with desired mechanical properties are investigated. The stress-strain relation of laminated glass fabric-reinforced composites fabricated with different manufacturing parameters is evaluated under tensile loading. ANOVA is performed for investigating the significance of each variable.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)775-780
Number of pages6
JournalJournal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites
Volume24
Issue number7
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2005
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Compression molding
  • Processing parameters
  • Stress-strain relations
  • Woven composites

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