Let’s discuss the possibilities of optimizing almost any part used in boatbuilding. Here’s an example of two variations of a 1x1 m (3.3x3.3 ft) plate made from glass fiber and resin commonly used in shipbuilding. The laminate has a total thickness of 5 mm (0.2…
My contract with Sportsman Boat has concluded, and I’d like to summarize the contributions I made: Testing and Analysis: Conducted comprehensive permeability testing on the fabrics used in infusion and calculated the permeability for all laminates and sandwiches, validating results through sample testing. Process Optimization: Simulated the infusion process…
In the competitive world of high-performance manufacturing, efficiency and cost savings are paramount. One area ripe for optimization is the resin vacuum infusion process. By fine-tuning this method, companies can significantly reduce consumable usage, save money, and achieve rapid returns on their investment. The Benefits of Optimization 1. Reduced Consumables:…
This calculator is based on Darcy's law, which describes the flow of a liquid through porous media. It simplifies Darcy's law to one dimension. The permeability coefficient used in the calculation is an average value derived from years of experiments with various fabrics and vinyl ester resin. Keep in mind…
Fabric permeability testing is an essential step conducted prior to the resin vacuum infusion process. This testing allows for the calculation of infusion time and simulate the part infusion process. To simplify the selection of an infusion process, a calculator can be utilized to determine the infusion time (https://infusionboat.…
This example demonstrates the resin uptake capacity of foam. Resin uptake by foam is influenced not only by the foam's finish but also by its porous structure. Foam with holes and grooves exhibits twice the resin uptake compared to foam with just holes. However, it's important to note that the…
0:00/1× Both options are 12x6 m (72 m2) flat plates, equivalent to a boat about 12 m (40 ft) long. Option 1: Serial Scheme: * Utilizes 160 m of resin pipes, 132 m of feed lines, and 22 inlets. * Infusion Time: 44 minutes Option 2: Fish Scheme : * Involves 22…
Watch the video. In the process of vacuum infusion, the fabric is a complex structure, like your laminate or part. So, for quality parts, you need to choose the right fabrics: the right binder fiber (sizing), the right fabric structure, and, of course, the right vacuum infusion parameters. In this…
