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By B. Tomas Åström
Series: ASM Handbook Archive
Volume: 21
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 2001
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v21.a0003419
EISBN: 978-1-62708-195-5
... Abstract This article describes the characteristics of thermoplastic composites and its material forms. It presents the steps and considerations in manufacturing the thermoplastic composites. The article describes the various techniques of manufacturing, such as consolidation, autoclave molding...
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Published: 01 January 2001
Fig. 6 Programmable powder preforming process (P4) composites manufacturing technology. Source: Ref 4 . Courtesy of N.G. Chavka, Ford Motor Company More
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By Anthony J. Vizzini
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 20
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 1997
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v20.a0002492
EISBN: 978-1-62708-194-8
... Abstract The goal of design is to improve the overall performance of the metal or ceramic matrix rather than to create a material with different response than the base matrix. This article focuses on the design for manufacturing polymeric composites. Specially developed methods including...
Series: ASM Handbook Archive
Volume: 21
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 2001
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v21.a0003401
EISBN: 978-1-62708-195-5
... Abstract This article explains the key features of the manufacturing techniques for polymer composites. It describes the selection of a technically and economically feasible manufacturing technique for a composite design. The article discusses widely accepted and emerging techniques...
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Published: 01 January 2001
Fig. 1 Manufacturing coverage in composite texts More
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Published: 01 January 2001
Fig. 2 Application of shop-manufactured carbon composite plates to the underside of a bridge deck More
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By Suresh G. Advani, E. Murat Sozer
Series: ASM Handbook Archive
Volume: 21
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 2001
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v21.a0003402
EISBN: 978-1-62708-195-5
... Abstract This article provides information on the classification of various composites manufacturing processes based on similar transport processes. The composites manufacturing processes can be grouped into three categories: short-fiber suspension methods, squeeze flow methods, and porous...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 20
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 1997
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v20.a0002465
EISBN: 978-1-62708-194-8
... Abstract This article describes the interaction of composition, manufacturing process, and composite properties of composites. The manufacturing process includes resin-matrix, metal-matrix, and carbon/carbon matrix processing. The article discusses various mechanical properties of composites...
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By Bo Hu
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 7
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 30 September 2015
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v07.a0006091
EISBN: 978-1-62708-175-7
... Abstract Electrical contacts are made of elemental metals, composites, or alloys that are made by the melt-cast method or manufactured by powder metallurgy (PM) processes. PM facilitates combinations of metals that ordinarily cannot be achieved by alloying. This article describes the processing...
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By Trevor Gundberg
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 21
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 30 April 2026
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v21.a0007046
EISBN: 978-1-62708-489-5
... Abstract This article describes the types of fabrics and preforms used to manufacture advanced and industrial-grade composites and the related selection, design, manufacturing, and performance considerations. It shows typical properties of one mixed graphite/aramid fabric type. The article...
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By John A. Schey
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 20
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 1997
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v20.a0002481
EISBN: 978-1-62708-194-8
... cost and production factors are also tabulated. The process groups include casting; deformation; powder processing; machining; noncutting; joining; ceramic, glass, and polymer processing; and composites manufacturing. carbon-matrix composites casting ceramic-matrix composites ceramics...
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Published: 01 January 2001
Fig. 1 Schematic of types of flows expected in composites processing. (a) Short-fiber suspension manufacturing methods: flow of resin-fiber suspension in a mold or through a die. Examples are injection molding, compression molding, and extrusion. (b) Squeeze flow manufacturing methods More
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By Hong Li, Pu Gu, Jim C. Watson
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 21
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 30 April 2026
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v21.a0007043
EISBN: 978-1-62708-489-5
... Abstract This article describes glass fibers derived from silica, alumina, and calcium oxide compositions. The section on general-purpose glass fibers provides an in-depth discussion of melt properties, fiber properties, methods of manufacture, and significant product types. The article...
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By Joe Lautner
Series: ASM Handbook Archive
Volume: 21
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 2001
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v21.a0003408
EISBN: 978-1-62708-195-5
.... The characteristics of prepreg and ply cutting methods are presented in a table. prepreg cutting ply cutting kitting nesting MANUFACTURING PROCESSES for advanced composites share common attributes. Fibers and resins are engineered, and raw materials are cut, shaped, and cured to meet the performance...
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Series: ASM Desk Editions
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 December 1998
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.mhde2.a0003157
EISBN: 978-1-62708-199-3
..., precious metal overlays, tungsten, molybdenum, and aluminum, and composite materials. It concludes by discussing the composite manufacturing methods such as infiltration, press-sinter, press-sinter-repress process, press-sinter-extrude process, internal oxidation, and preoxidized-press-sinter-extrude...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 2
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 1990
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v02.a0001097
EISBN: 978-1-62708-162-7
..., namely, copper metals, silver metals, gold metals, metals of the platinum group, precious metal overlays, tungsten and molybdenum, aluminum, and composite materials. Finally, the article provides information on composite manufacturing methods, and tabulates the physical, and mechanical properties...
Series: ASM Handbook Archive
Volume: 21
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 2001
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v21.a0003395
EISBN: 978-1-62708-195-5
... Abstract Designing composites for structural performance initially involves meeting a set of desired performance specifications at a minimum cost. This article discusses the factors that are considered in designing the manufacturing of polymeric composites. It describes the various aspects...
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Series: ASM Desk Editions
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 December 1998
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.mhde2.a0003104
EISBN: 978-1-62708-199-3
..., and describes the forms of embrittlement associated with carbon and low-alloy steels. The article provides information on the effect of composition, manufacturing practices, and microstructure on notch toughness of steels. Finally, it explains the effects of alloy elements, inclusion content, microstructure...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 1
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 1990
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v01.a0001009
EISBN: 978-1-62708-161-0
... Abstract This article addresses classifications and designations for carbon steels and low-alloy steels, particularly high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steels, based on chemical composition, manufacturing methods, finishing method, product form, deoxidation practice, microstructure, required...
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By Olivier Guillermin
Series: ASM Handbook Archive
Volume: 21
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 2001
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v21.a0003394
EISBN: 978-1-62708-195-5
..., the high cost and complexity of designing and manufacturing composites have largely offset the benefits of using these materials. To unlock the full potential of lightweight laminates, new software applications have been developed that transform general computer-aided design (CAD) systems into a high...