Composite Prototyping

Composite Projects

Composite Prototyping

Composite Prototyping

Starting from napkin sketches to 3D CAD, I created, structurally sound, functioning prototypes.

Sample 005

Sample 005

Mandrel + Bladder

Mandrel + Bladder

We developed an in house process for fabricating silicon mandrels for prototyping composite structures. I swear its more than a rubber chicken.

Mold and Mandrel Design

Mold and Mandrel Design

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Sample 009

Sample 009

Molded Holes

Molded Holes

Improving shear out resistance of composites by piercing holes during minimum viscosity point of the cure cycle.

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