Characterisation and modelling friction at the tool-ply interface for thermoplastic woven composites

P. Harrison, R.H.W. ten Thije, Remko Akkerman, Andrew C. Long

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Abstract

Press forming of thermoplastic textile composites is a fast and efficient method of production. Friction occurring between the composite material and pressure blank-holder during forming imparts tensile stresses in the sheet which help counteract compressive stresses generated by material deformation; stresses that can result in unwanted wrinkling of the forming sheet. In order to model the press forming process and optimise boundary conditions, this friction behaviour must be characterised and modelled. Two different test methods are employed to characterise the friction and two complementary modelling strategies, an empirical and a predictive approach, are presented.
Original languageUndefined
Number of pages2
Publication statusPublished - 2009
EventNATO Advanced Research Workshop: Textile Composites - Kiev, Ukraine
Duration: 18 May 200922 May 2009

Workshop

WorkshopNATO Advanced Research Workshop: Textile Composites
Period18/05/0922/05/09
OtherMay 18-22, 2009

Keywords

  • IR-75618

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