Autoclave dimensional control

Abstract This chapter discusses the state-of-the art of autoclave processing of polymer composites. First, the architecture and typical formulation of a process model applied to the autoclave process is presented. Then, the steps for autoclave process development using the proposed modelling approach are discussed. In particular, the thermal management during the process and the dimensional control of the final part are reviewed in more detail. 

Key words autoclave processing, process modelling, flow, compaction, heat transfer, cure, dimensional control, residual stresses, cure cycle. 

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