CSAI analysis of non-crimp fabric cross-ply laminate manufactured through wet compression molding process

Abstract The main purpose of the present work is to demonstrate mechanical performance a wet-compression-molding (WCM) composite product through conventional compressive-strength-after-impact (CSAI) analysis. Biaxial non-crimp fabric (NCF) utilized manufacture laminated panels. Specimens are cut from panels and tested characterize fundamental properties NCF composite. volume fractions fibers voids also measured evaluate quality WCM product. Impact tests carried out examine impact resistance structure. Numerous characteristics at various energy levels quantitatively measured. Internal failure patterns damage extent revealed via X-ray CT. Compression on impacted plates followed structural integrity tolerance (SIDT). 3D DIC technique employed distinct buckling responses dependent successfully visualized. Experimental results showing promising potential process as one alternatives autoclave-based fabrication method.