Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP0210957]Researchers: Dr Lin Ye (Chief Investigator) , Ms Hong Liu (Chief Investigator)
Brief description De-consolidation and Re-consolidation of Advanced Thermoplastic Matrix Composites. The project provides a comprehensive physical understanding on thermal de-consolidation and re-consolidation processes in advanced thermoplastic composites during re-heating/cooling processes, such as thermoforming and joining. Mechanistic models based on theoretical analysis, experimental studies and computational modelling will be established to provide a unified approach to predict de-consolidation and re-consolidation processes. Optimum processing-windows will be established, with which the undesired deterioration in material meso-structures and mechanical performance due to de-consolidation is effectively minimised. The outcomes of the project will fill the gap in the knowledge for thermoplastic composite processing and will improve the integrity of thermoplastic composite structures in practical applications.
Funding Amount $224,000
Funding Scheme Discovery Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP0210957
- ARC : DP0210957