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Composite Fabrication
By Astrobotic
Created 07/20/2008 - 04:01


Composite Fabrication

Fabrication of carbon fiber composites with low void content is a delicate process.
Lay-up of the fibers (Left).
Vacuumed to the substrate to debulk them (Center).
Composites in the oven with thermocouples attached (Right).
End product ready for trimming (Bottom)

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