Curriculum
- 9 Sections
- 43 Lessons
- 3 Days
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- Foundation & Materials of Composites6
- 1.1Definition, natural vs. synthetic composites
- 1.2Historical evolution and significance
- 1.3Classifications: Fiber, Particle, Flake, Laminar, Filled
- 1.4Where composites outperform metals in modern industry
- 1.5Example: Bamboo → fishing rods, Adobe bricks → modern eco-construction
- 1.6Group activity: Identify composite use-cases in participants’ industries
- Constituents & Types of Composite Materials5
- 2.1Matrix types: Polymer, Metal, Ceramic
- 2.2Reinforcements: Glass, Carbon, Boron, Kevlar
- 2.3Comparison Table Exercise: Physical/mechanical properties: tensile strength, density, modulus
- 2.4Example: GFRP, CFRP applications in automotive and aerospace
- 2.5Property mapping Exercise: Match composite material to application challenge
- Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs)5
- Prepreg Technology & Shop Conditions5
- Open & Closed Molding Processes5
- 5.1Open Molding: Hand lay-up, Spray-up, Vacuum bagging
- 5.2Closed Molding: Compression, Transfer, Injection Molding
- 5.3Advanced Processes: Autoclave curing, Resin Transfer Molding (RTM), VARTM
- 5.4Example: Wind turbine blade vs. automotive fender vs. boat hull
- 5.5Process selection decision matrix based on product type
- Automation & Advanced Shaping5
- Non-Destructive Testing & Evaluation (NDT/NDE)4
- Common Defects & Root Causes in Composites4
- Industry Integration & Value Engineering4
Case Study: Cost reduction through weight-saving (Aerospace & Auto)
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