Description
Rapid Cure Composites: Materials, Processing and Manufacturing presents up-to-date information on the design criteria to formulate matrix systems for rapid curing. Emphasis is placed on the role different materials [resin compound and fiber reinforcement] play in developing fast curing composites, assessment of current and novel manufacturing techniques for adapting fast curing processes, the comparison between conventional curing and rapid curing, and different applications in various industrial sectors [e.g., aerospace, automotive, renewables and marine]. The book will be an essential reference resource for academic and industrial researchers working in the field of composite materials, processing and manufacturing organizations, materials scientists, and more. Polymer composites are widely used in several industries, including aerospace, automobile, spray and coatings, and electronics due to their lightweight and superior mechanical properties. However, one of the dominant hurdles towards their growth in commercial industries is the long curing cycle and slow production.- Comprehensively addresses the scientific and technological development of rapid cured epoxy composites- Covers, in detail, the chemistry, processing, structure and performance of rapid cured epoxy composites- Provides detailed comparisons of how/why rapid cure composites are different to conventional composites- Discusses the challenges of the existing technology and future trends
Table of Contents
1. Introduction2. Synthesis and advances in rapid curing resins3. Important curing agents used for rapid curing4. Fabrication methods of rapid cured composites5. Monitoring techniques to measure the rapid curing of polymer composites6. Joining of Composites using Rapid Curing Resin Systems7. Self-healing composites: Healing using rapid cure resin systems8. Cross-linking problems during rapid curing of adhesives and composites9. Characterization of Rapid Cured Composite Materials: A Comprehensive Review10. Rapid cure composites used in Electronics Industry11. Rapid cure composites used in Aerospace Industry12. Rapid cure composites used in Spray and Paints Industry13. Key challenges and prospects of rapid cure composites material production
