EB Curing of VARTM Fabricated Maritime Composite Structures

摘要

Electron beam (EB) curing can be used to manufacture composite materialcomponents at higher speeds and with greater production flexibility than conventional techniques. Because curing is not initiated until irradiation, timing restrictions associated with lay up and resin infusion can be relaxed, leading to reduced scrap and rework. Furthermore EB curing systems are generally 'solventless', with fewer VOCs, and therefore more environmentally friendly. This report describes a Phase I SBIR project with the objective of demonstrating the feasibility of the practical application of this technology in the boat building industry.