Non-destructive testing and repair of fibre-reinforced composites

摘要

Fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) materials are designed to get the best performance for a particular situation, and their ability to be inspected, maintained, replaced or repaired to a verifiable standard is of prime importance. When damage occurs due to material breakdown from wear, fatigue, external impact or misuse, then the decision to repair or replace is taken. Many replacement parts are very expensive and so repair must be an option to make a product viable in a service situation.