For composite materials with complex reinforcing structures, such as knitted fabrics, a
material model must be able to accommodate the most important parameters so that the …

The effects of processing parameters on the friction coefficient between commingled glass-
polypropylene plain-weave fabric composites (Twintex) and the steel tool during …

The forming behaviour of a unidirectional non-crimp fabric (UD-NCF) consisting of
polyamide stitches with a tricot-chain stitching pattern is explored. Notably, there are no …

During preforming of carbon fabric prepregs, multiple layers of composites will be deformed
into parts with 3D geometry. Large relative sliding between different prepreg layers …

Automated fiber placement (AFP) process can be used to manufacture laminates by laying
up unidirectional slit tapes along a desired path and placing multiple layers on top of each …

In recent years, the compression moulding of E-glass/polypropylene commingled
composites has been thoroughly investigated. In particular, in the University of Nottingham …

An investigation of the testing methods employed in characterising the forming of woven
composite materials has been performed. An energy argument is presented that shows that …

In this study, a new joining technology to produce hybrid structures with continuous-fiber-
reinforced thermoplastics and metallic components is presented adapting the concept of …

Fiber metal laminates (FMLs) are a novel lightweight composite material, predominantly
utilized in the aerospace sector for large-scale components like skin panels and fuselages …

Hybrid structures in multi-material design offer a high potential for the use in lightweight
applications, on condition that material specific manufacturing and joining technologies are …