Soy-based Composite Sandwich Structures |
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Sequential Number | R78 |
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Matching Research Agency | Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council |
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Principal Investigator | K. Chandrashekhara
Professor
University of Missouri-Rolla
Mechanical and Aerospace Enginering and Engineering Mechanics
Rolla, MO 65409 | | p | 573-341-4587 | | f | 573-341-6899 | | chandra@mst.edu |
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Student Involvement | One graduate student |
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Project Objective | To manufacture composites using soy-based resin system and soyhusk based foam. |
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Project Abstract | The cost of producing hollow or sandwich composite parts can be competitive with conventional materials. The soy-based resin system can be used as the matrix to bind the reinforcement package. The interaction between fibers and atrix is important in designing damage-tolerant structures. Composite panels with soy husk foam will be manufactured and characterized. The fiber/matrix/core interface will be studied to examine the level of bonding. |
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Anticipated Benefits | Use of sobean-derived materials offer low cost raw materials and environmentally sustainable benefits. |
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Modal Orientation | Construction materials |
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Milestones | | Project Start Date: | 03/01/2002 | | Project End Date: | 02/28/2003 |
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Technology Transfer Activities | Low-cost composites can be used in affordable composite housing. |
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Transportation Research Board Keywords | Composite manufacturing, soy-based composites |
