Elsevier Composites Forming Technologies (Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles)

When forming composite materials with textiles there is always a degree of error when draping a fabric over the mould and adding the resin. The fabric can deform or shift in the mould before adding the resin or whilst it is being poured in. Such problems can cause weaknesses in the composite leading to failure or even rendering the composite useless. In order to counteract this it is necessary to be able to model the draping of different textiles to fully understand the issues that may arise and how to prevent them from occurring in the future. Composites forming technologies brings together the research of leading experts in the area to give a comprehensive understanding of modelling and simulation within composite forming and design. Key Features: reviews the wealth of research in forming high-quality composite materials; includes a concise explanation of the forming mechanisms and charaterisation for composites; considers forming technologies for various composite material forms; an essential reference for engineers, researchers and academics involved with compostie materials. Contents: Composite forming mechanisms and materials characterisation; Constitutive modelling for composite-forming; Finite element analysis of composite-forming; Virtual testing for material formability; Optimisation of composites forming; Simulation of compression moulding to form composites; Understanding composite distortion during processing; Forming technology for composite/metal hybrids; Forming of self-reinforced polymer materials; Forming technology for thermoset composites; Forming technology for thermoplastic composites; The use of draping simulation in composite design; Benchmarking of composite forming modelling techniques.