Descripción
Commercially available simulation software was used to study the effect of processing conditions on the structural performance of glass-fiber-reinforced polypropylene. Processing conditions such as gate locations were used to evaluate the subsequent change in glass fiber orientation and its effect on structural performance of a demonstrative part. Results show that processing conditions play a critical role in the success of a structural composite and must be considered foremost in the design process.
Aprendizajes clave
- Learn about fiber mapping into FEA
- Discover the practical use of Project Sundance
- Discover the value of CAE to FEA simulation
- Discover the pros and cons of this method