Composites of nanocarbon network structures are interesting materials, combining
mechanical properties and electrical conductivity superior to those of granular systems …

Curing aerospace composites is time-consuming with high energy requirements, particularly
when using methods such as autoclaves, ovens and heated presses. This study investigates …

Powder epoxy based towpregs offer favourable processing and storage properties, thanks to
the low viscosity and thermal stability of the powder epoxy. Low-cost, high-quality towpregs …

Solid resins (SR) are fully reactive resin systems that are solid at room temperature. Up to a
critical temperature they can be quasi‐infinitely molten and solidified without any relevant …

Direct electric cure (DEC) was used to cure carbon fibre-reinforced polymers (CFRPs). We
show that the energy consumption for curing is significantly reduced, with the judicious …

This study focuses on the impregnation behaviour in a powder epoxy based towpregging
line through a comprehensive approach integrating experimental and modelling studies. A …

Joule heating is potentially a low-cost option for activating the binder on the surface of
carbon fibre tapes during automated dry fibre placement (ADFP). In this paper, the electrical …

Composites of nanocarbons and transition metal oxides combine excellent mechanical
properties and high electrical conductivity with high capacitive active sites. These …

Epoxy powders offer a low-cost way of manufacturing thick-section composite parts, such as
those found in wind and tidal turbines. Currently, their processing cycle includes a lengthy …