Bast fibres are defined as those obtained from the outer cell layers of the stems of various
plants. The fibres find use in textile applications and are increasingly being considered as …

Resin transfer moulding (RTM) involves the long-range flow of resin into a dry fibre pack that
is preloaded into a defined mould cavity. Resin infusion under flexible tooling (RIFT) can be …

Plastics Engineering, Fourth Edition, presents basic essentials on the properties and
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Polymer matrix composites are finding increasing number of applications due to their high
weight-saving potential as well as unique characteristics, such as high strength-to-density …

The kinetics of the crosslinking reaction of polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) was studied by
differential scanning calorimeter (DSC). The kinetic parameters of the reaction were …

In consideration of sustainable development, the Brundtland Commission Report demands
that the world move to 'Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of …

Abstract Characterization of the vulcanization process of silicone rubber was achieved
through the modeling of dynamic DSC tests. The Kissinger equation and the Kamal‐Sourour …

Porosity is a challenge in virtually all composite processes but in particular in low pressure
processes such as out of autoclave processing of prepregs, where the maximum pressure is …