Contents
Introduction
Composite Materials
Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Manufacturing
Low-Cost Fabrication of Custom Tools for Carbon Fiber Parts
Manufacturing
Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Manufacturing
Low-Cost Fabrication of Custom Tools for Carbon Fiber Parts
Manufacturing
Mold Architecture and Design Guidelines
Hand Laminate Carbon Fiber Parts on Molds Printed With Tough 1500 Resin
Introduction
Step-by-Step Method
Results
Costs Analysis
Step-by-Step Method
Results
Costs Analysis
Prepreg Laminate Carbon Fiber Parts on Molds Printed With High Temp Resin
Introduction
Step-by-Step Method
Results
Step-by-Step Method
Results
3D Print Patterns to Cast Molds for Large Series
Introduction
Step-by-Step Method
Cost Analysis
Step-by-Step Method
Cost Analysis
Introduction
This white paper provides examples and methods to fabricate on-demand custom molds for composite manufacturing. Through real-life case studies with DeltaWing Manufacturing and TU Berlin, learn how to increase flexibility in composite mold fabrication with 3D printed patterns or by directly 3D printing low-volume molds for wet layup and prepreg laminating.
In the introduction, we will cover an overview of composite materials as well as basic design guidelines that you should know before incorporating 3D printing into your carbon fiber manufacturing process.
Then, the report will cover a step-by-step guide on how DeltaWing Manufacturing and TU Berlin uses 3D printing in the manufacturing process to create carbon fiber parts. This will include a cost analysis and explanation of both the benefits and limitations of their production methods.
Composite Materials
Composites are highly versatile and efficient materials, driving innovation in various markets from aerospace to healthcare. They outperform traditional materials such as steel, aluminum, wood, or plastic, and enable the fabrication of high-performance lightweight products.
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