J. Wang1, E. Andres, P. Simacek, S.G.Advani
CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.88, No.3, pp. 155-182, 2012, DOI:10.3970/cmes.2012.088.155
Abstract In Liquid Composite Molding (LCM) processes, the process design requires an infusion and venting scheme which will saturate all the empty spaces between the fibers during mold filling resulting in a composite part without voids. However, the inherent material and process variability can change the filling patterns significantly which complicate this task. The objective of this work is to develop methodologies and tools to automate infusion process design and integrate it within the CAD design environment. The methodologies and algorithms developed examine the designed part geometry and material layups for ease of manufacturing with feasible infusion schemes by accounting for… More >
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