A Comprehensive Guide to Composites: Processes & Procedures from the Professionals - Hardcover

Fochtman, Kevin

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1619542048 ISBN 13: 9781619542044

Publisher: Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc., 2015

Synopsis

Graphite, carbon fiber, Kevlar, prepregs -- these are advanced composites in wide use by today's manufacturers. The processes and skills needed to produce composite parts and components are unique; training in this high-skills sector is vital and opens up many opportunities to employees and apprentices in the industry.

This book provides an insider's viewpoint on the tips and techniques used by the pros to fabricate advanced composite parts. The culmination...

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About the Author

Having worked in almost every aspect of the industry for over 30 years, Kevin Fochtman is an experienced professional with a vast knowledge of advanced composites. Starting at age 16, he worked for Hydro Swirl, a small company manufacturing custom jetted hot tubs in Bellingham, Washington. During this time commercial composites was in its infancy. Kevin learned to use industrial fiberglass products, manufacturing molds, how to operate...

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Edition details

• Publisher: Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc.
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1619542048
• ISBN 13: 9781619542044
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 144