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Composites 7-9
Based on advanced composites book.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the purpose of applying mechanical pressure to composite parts during curing? | Removes excess resin, Removes air, Maintains contour, Holds securely, Compacts fibers. |
| ___________ ____________ is the most widely used and recognized method of applying pressure for use on advanced composites. | Vacuum bagging. |
| What precaution should be taken when using shot bags to apply pressure? | Use plastic sheets between bag and repair to prevent bags from sticking. |
| Why are clecos not recommended for applying pressure? | Because you have to drill holes into the part. |
| What is the purpose of peel ply? | Keeps patches in place, transfers excess resin and air without sticking to part. |
| How is excess resin drawn into the bleeder? | By use of perforated release film. |
| _____________ are absorbent cotton that soaks up extra resin. | Bleeders |
| _____________ allow air to flow over a parts surface. | Breathers. |
| Where should the thermocouple be placed when bagging a part? | Next to repair area over the parting film. |
| What is the purpose of pleating the bagging material? | Provides excess bagging to allow the bag to properly fit over a contoured part. |
| What are the dangers of using compressed air when cleaning composite parts? | May cause delamination. |
| The amount of pressure applied (vacuum) to a composite part varies with? | Effectiveness of the seal, Amount of vacuum, altitude at which the repair is being accomplished. |
| Name some methods of applying pressure to a part? | Vacuum bagging, Shot bags, Spring clamps. |
| What methods of applying pressure are not recommended? | C clamps, Clecos. |
| ________ _____ is peeled of the part, which causes a slightly _________ surface, important if the part is to be _________________. | Peel ply, Rough, Re-painted. |
| A hydrophilic bagging film is? | Water sensitive and will become more flexible when exposed to a higher moisture content. |
| When excess bagging will not conform to the part resulting in ridges, this is called? | Bridging. |
| Before painting a composite that was cured with release film what must be accomplished? | Remove the glaze. |
| Name some precautions/ requirements when selecting scissors for cutting raw composite fabrics? | Use special steel or ceramic serrated edged scissors, Do not use conventional scissors, Use individual scissors for each material type. |
| What is the recommended cutting fluid when machining composite parts? | Water only. |
| Why are using chemical based cutting fluids prohibited when machining composites? | Can soak into ply's and cause delamination. |
| What is the recommended method when drilling composites? | Use drill speed of 20,000 rpm feed the drill slowly and back up with a piece of wood. |
| What is the recommended drill bit angle for composites? | 135 degrees. |
| What is a dis advantage when drilling aramid? | Can fuzz which can wick liquids. |
| What is the recommended bit type when drilling carbon? | Dagger or spade bit. |
| Why should you not use aluminum oxide sand paper for sanding carbon? | Dust from the paper will get embedded into the fibers and cause an electrolic action. |
| When sanding multiple layers of a composite what is an indication that you have sanded through a layer? | Shinny film between plys and a change in fiber orientation. |
| What is the recommended band saw blade to be used when cutting composites? | Fine tooth carbide or diamond edge bit with 12-14 teeth per inch. |
| Simplest test for checking for delamination is? | Tap test. |
| Curing using heat provides stronger repair but excessive heat can cause damage? | True. |