SME MF00-187

SME MF00-187

Investigating Process Induced Micro Voids Effect On The Elastic Properties Of Lcm Polymer Composites

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Voids induced by liquid composite molding (LCM) process adversely affect the mechanical properties of the LCM composites. A micro-mechanics model to predict the elastic properties of voided composites has been recently developed by the author's group. In this study, a unique experimental procedure is presented to verify this analytical model. The analytical model is used to evaluate the micro void effect on the elastic properties of fiber tow reinforced composites. Finally, an FEM modeling of voided LCM composites is developed and compared with the analytical model prediction results.

Additional Info

Author Society of Manufacturing Engineers
Published by SME
Document type Standard
Theme /subgroups/9447
Number of pages 6
Keyword SME MF00-187