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New experimental and analytical results for diffusion and swelling of resins used in graphite/epoxy composite materialsThe epoxy resins currently in use can slowly absorb moisture from the atmosphere over a long period. This reduces those mechanical properties of composites which depend strongly on the matrix, such as compressive strength and buckling instabilities. The effect becomes greater at elevated temperatures. The paper will discuss new phenomena which occur under simultaneous temperature and moisture variations. An analytical model will also be discussed and documented.
Document ID
19860063953
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Hiel, C. C.
(Brussel, Vrije Universiteit Brussels, Belgium)
Adamson, M. J.
(NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1986
Subject Category
Composite Materials
Accession Number
86A48691
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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