Abstract
The need to reduce the cost of composite parts is critical in these economic times. The traditional manufacturing method of prepreg lay-up is labour intensive and requires autoclave curing. Reducing product cost while maintaining quality is imperative. Resin transfer moulding (RTM) is one method that can reduce the cost of composites.
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Kruckenberg, T. (1998). Manufacturing and tooling cost factors. In: Kruckenberg, T.M., Paton, R. (eds) Resin Transfer Moulding for Aerospace Structures. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-4437-7_11
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