CARBON NANO-TUBE EPOXY FILLER IMPROVES ENGINEERED COMPOSITE REPAIR SYSTEM PERFORMANCE

摘要

Engineered Composite Repair (ECR) systems are moving into mainstream usage at a faster pace than ever. This increased usage and exposure is working to push them into new frontiers and commands a more demanding understanding of their basic functions. A fully inspectable ECR system was recently developed for use in high temperature environments (up to 300°F, or 149℃, continuous operating temperature). As a result, a new filler epoxy material needed to be developed that would retain its toughness and durability in this high temperature environment. Because the existing materials simply did not meet the needs of the industry in many situations, one had to be developed.