Integrating simulation and machine learning for accurate preform charge prediction in Sheet Molding Compound manufacturing
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DOI: 10.1007/s12289-025-01878-8
Abstract: The Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) process is essential in high-volume manufacturing of composite structures due to its scalability and efficiency. A primary challenge, however, lies in determining the initial charge shape that ensures complete mold… read more here.
Keywords: initial charge; preform; simulation; sheet molding ... See more keywords
Laser-assisted conduction joining of carbon fiber reinforced sheet molding compound to dual-phase steel by a polycarbonate interlayer
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DOI: 10.1016/j.optlastec.2020.106561
Abstract: Abstract This study was performed to investigate the feasibilities, characteristics and mechanisms of laser bonding heterogeneous joints from thermoset carbon fiber reinforced sheet molding compound (SMC) and dual-phase steel (DP590) with the aid of an… read more here.
Keywords: carbon fiber; carbon; reinforced sheet; fiber reinforced ... See more keywords
Influence of fungal decay on mechanical properties of bio-based sheet molding compounds (SMC)
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DOI: 10.1177/09673911221145050
Abstract: Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) was initially developed in the 1960s and enabled for the first time the production of glass fiber reinforced polymer composite in mass scale production and at an advantageous price. Today, material… read more here.
Keywords: sheet molding; properties bio; fungal decay; bio based ... See more keywords
Viscoelastic-damageable behavior of sheet molding compound (SMC) composites
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DOI: 10.1177/09673911241275594
Abstract: The variability of microstructures in the SMC composite induced by the manufacturing process is very important. The volumetric fraction and reinforcement orientation distribution significantly affect the material’s mechanical properties in both the elastic and nonlinear… read more here.
Keywords: smc composites; damage; damageable behavior; viscoelastic damageable ... See more keywords