Resin manufacturers design their materials to be mixed in a particular manner. The chemistry is designed to work by using specific ratios and thorough mixing of the materials. Not following the instructions from the...
Read MoreCarbon Fiber reinforcement with Epoxy Resin is a material that is very useful in several applications. Making a mold in one of them. One method that can be used to accomplish this operation is to use materials known as...
Read MoreRepairing cracks in fiberglass gelcoat can be a challenge. Sometimes there are so many of them that it is easier to go extreme and sand, grind, and recoat the entire surface. Then it will be as good as new. From Youtube...
Read MorePickup Truck owners have been adding slide-in campers for many years. There have been commercially built units for many years. It is also possible to build one yourself. The tools are widely available, the techniques are easy...
Read MoreCustom composite parts made from carbon fiber and epoxy can be made at your own workshop should you have the proper equipment, knowledge, and materials. Doing epoxy resin infusion with carbon fiber reinforcement is pretty...
Read MoreCarbon Fiber / Epoxy materials have many uses and advantages. With a high strength to weight ratio and appealing aesthetics, it can offer a unique and custom touch to custom vehicles. Using a CNC-controlled router to cut a part...
Read MoreComposites Materials can be difficult to explain and understand. It is a topic that can be wide-ranging to include several different materials, molds, processes, and applications. The below video is a good introduction, showing...
Read MorePalmer Johnson Yachts has launched their first 48M SuperSport that is made of Carbon Fiber Composite Materials. Topping out at 32 knots, the ship’s light weight helps allow for speed and efficiency. See the news report...
Read MoreYoutube User TheFabForums did a great video on building composite Intake Tubes for automotive use. This video goes over two techniques I created to make composite or carbon fiber intake tubes. This is an easy way to make light...
Read MoreStructural grating has traditionally been made of steel, but composite grating is an alternative. This fibergrating is an advantage in applications where the lower weight and non-corrosive properties are ideal. Common...
Read MoreAptera Motors, a California company that was working on a revolutionary electric car is officially out of business. As reported at The Blaze, some videos recently came out that show employees destroying the composite bodies....
Read MoreBalsa wood is a common construction material used in the manufacturing of fiberglass boats. Used as a core material, balsa wood is placed between two layers of fiberglass to add strength and rigidity to structures that require...
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