The weight of composite material can be reduced, as a matter of course, and during molding of prepreg such as CF and GF, the epoxy foam resin can also be foamed and cured, so that a molded body can be produced in one process, resulting in reduction of processes.
Effect(s)
70% weight reduction
Conventional Technology
Example of manufacturing of foam using composite material
・Three processes are needed.
・ Large loss of foamed material.
New Technology
・Manufacturing in one process.
・High-strength foam can be obtained through integral molding together with prepreg.
Technology Deployment and Cooperation
Development Stage
Development Stage
(to be completed in 0/0; progress: 0%)
Intellectual Property Right
Yes
Joint Researchers (their role)
Company's own technology
Example of Application
Weight reduction/reinforcement of automobile parts, weight reduction/reinforcement of sports goods, etc.
Technical Problems
・Adjustment of timing of foaming/curing according to the molding condition.
・Curing temperature of 130°C or higher is required.
Collaborator needed to Improve
Molding manufacturers, coating processing manufacturers, etc.