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Lookup NU author(s): Mariano Otheguy-Torres, Professor Geoff Gibson, Professor Mark RobinsonORCiD
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This paper presents an experimental study of fusion bonded polypropylene (PP)-glass composite joints in the context of small craft manufacture. The objective is to investigate the manufacture of lap and T-joints as a structural part of a small boat and study their properties, because a joining technique is a fundamental requirement of any boat construction technology. Results show that woven precursor materials are preferred for joint manufacturing, and that PP interlayers improve bond quality for both lap and T-joints. It was also found that this technique produces higher lap shear strength values than adhesives and resistance welding, and that pull-out strength values were comparable to those of thermosetting designs, demonstrating that fusion bonding is a suitable joining technique for thermoplastic composite craft. ©2010: The Royal Institution of Naval Architects.
Author(s): Otheguy M, Gibson A, Robinson A
Publication type: Conference Proceedings (inc. Abstract)
Publication status: Published
Conference Name: International Conference on Marine and Offshore Composites
Year of Conference: 2010
Pages: 74-116
Publisher: RINA
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ISBN: 9781617384608
