Sustainable and low-cost methodologies for manufacturing high-performance composite materials

Purpose and goal:

The project will promote cooperation and business between the US and Sweden by developing knowledge and tools to optimize the manufacturing of high-performance composite products. Through this development, less resource-demanding manufacturing methods than those used today will be able to be used to manufacture high-quality composites that meet the requirements set in the aerospace industry.

Expected results and effects:

The project is expected to generate such information and know-how in the field of LCM (Liquid composite molding) that more resource-efficient methods can be used to manufacture light composite products of high quality. By meeting the goals within the project, more products will be able to use the advantages of composite materials and lighter and more efficient products can be brought to market.

Approach and implementation:

The project is split in three work packages focusing on highly controlled infusion trials, validation manufacturing and finally the characterization and analysis of manufactured laminates. The work will be planned in detail in the startup meeting and during the project, several online meetings will be held, presenting the project progress to the partners.

In addition, for selected meetings additional companies within the aero industry will participate to gain information and provide relevant feedback.