Title: Optimizing an Aerospace Composite Cure Cycle with Streamlined Kinetics Modeling and Simulation

Authors: Alec Redmann, Keegan Karl, River Karl, Ryley Karl, Natalie Rudolph

DOI: 10.33599/nasampe/c.24.0233

Abstract: This study demonstrates how thermal analysis was used during pre-development to optimize the manufacturing cycle of composite panels for a high-performance two passenger aircraft. Differential scanning calorimetry was used to create a reaction kinetics model and generate process-specific curing profiles. Dynamic mechanical analysis was used to experimentally validate the optimized curing profiles. The result is a 70% reduced cycle time compared to supplier recommendations while maintaining the mechanical properties of the final parts.

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Conference: CAMX 2024 | San Diego CA

Publication Date: 2024/9/9

SKU: TP24-0000000233

Pages: 9

Price: $18.00