Polymers and Polymer Composites

Techno-economic feasibility study of new concept for build-up of local load specific reinforced hybrid structures

May 1, 2016 By: Holschuh R; Becker D; Mitschang P Research article

Title: Techno-economic feasibility study of new concept for build-up of local load specific reinforced hybrid structures
Page Range: p.347-364
Author(s): Holschuh R; Becker D; Mitschang P
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Journal: Polymers and Polymer Composites
Issue Year: ppc
Volume: 24
Issue No: No.5

Abstract
This article describes a new process approach, based on a combination of thermoforming and in-situ tape placement for the build-up of locally load-related, reinforced multi-material-systems based on polymer-polymer-hybrids. The process is evaluated and compared with state-of-the-art technologies. A techno-economic analysis is presented for a case study, considering the cost-efficiency throughout the complete development in a process-based and stepwise differentiation approach. Compared to other competing concepts the novel concept offers the potential for reducing the unit costs at large-scale production scenarios. 46 Refs.


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