Fibre Orientation Modelling for Rubber Press Forming of Thermoplastic Laminates

Lamers, E.A.D. and Akkerman, R. and Wijskamp, S. (2003) Fibre Orientation Modelling for Rubber Press Forming of Thermoplastic Laminates. International Journal of Forming Processes, 6 (3-4). pp. 443-463. ISSN 1292-7775

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Abstract:	The fibre re-orientation caused by the press forming of thermoplastic composites is one of the main factors in the process induced product distortions. Classical geometric drape simulation methods can be used to predict this fibre re-orientation. However, these methods have difficulties to incorporate the process specific boundary conditions. Therefore, a fabric reinforced fluid model was implemented into the Finite Element package DIEKA, which is capable of modelling the boundary conditions as well. The predictions of both types of simulations are compared with the results of drape experiments on a double dome geometry.
Item Type:	Article
Copyright:	© 2003 Hermes Science Publications
Faculty:	Engineering Technology (CTW)
Research Chair:	Mechanics of Forming Technology (MFT)
Research Group:	Design, Production and Management (DPM)
Link to this item:	http://purl.utwente.nl/publications/59435
Official URL:	http://ijfp.revuesonline.com/article.jsp?articleId=2995
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