Our institute at Stuttgart features a state-of-the-art Automated Fibre Placement (AFP) facility for manufacturing fibre-reinforced thermoplastic components. The institute works closely with fibre and ...

This demonstrator validates multiple elements: Required radius of curvature and accuracy of dimensions Best draping strategies and parameters for robotic AFP layup Ability to ... “We’re going to ...

An industrial robot on a linear axis together with a rotary unit enable the building of demonstrator parts with a total length of up to 6 m and a height of 3 m. Currently a thermoplastic AFP and a Dry ...

The fiber alignment and resin distribution of thermoplastic Cetex ® materials of Toray are uniquely ... mechanical and fire performance meeting an array of industrial requirements. AFP is a technique ...