Diode Laser Assisted Filament Winding of Thermoplastic Matrix Composites

A new consolidation method for the laser-assisted filament winding of thermoplastic prepregs is discussed: for the first time a diode laser is used, as well as long glass fiber reinforced polypropylene prepregs. A consolidation apparatus was built by means of a CNC motion table, a stepper motor and...

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Main Authors: Claudia Prosperi, Erica Anna Squeo, Fabrizio Quadrini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2010-01-01
Series:Materials
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/3/1/563/