Introduction to Finite Element Analysis of Composite Structures
OnlineFinite element analysis (FEA) is a powerful tool to help design composite structures, optimize performance, and improve the quality and efficiency of manufacturing processes. FEA results can provide important insights but can also lead to false conclusions if appropriate methods are not employed. This AIM Event webinar will provide an introduction to FEA of composite ... Read more
Virtual Coffee Break Series on Diversity and Inclusion, featuring Noah Irvine
OnlineCoffee Break hosted by SAMPE Canada, CKN, CACMSA and CREPEC. In this session, Noah Irvine, Author (Learning to Live: From the Loss of My Parents to Mental Health Advocate) discusses mental health through lived experience. Biography: Noah Irvine's life has been anything but “normal.” When he was five, his mother died by suicide. When he ... Read more
Introduction to Machining of Composite Materials
OnlineVirtually every composite part goes through some sort of post processing step such as machining before it is put into service. Machining composites can be much more challenging than metals and is a potential source of defects. Some of the challenges include poor heat conduction, dissimilar and abrasive materials, and a laminated structure. This AIM ... Read more
Recycling Composite Technologies – Resins, Processes and New Developments
OnlineThermoset composites are challenging materials to recycle. This field has been researched for over half a century. This webinar will cover recent developments in emerging technologies, advancements in certain areas of the composite material value chain, and the ongoing challenges associated with the physical processing of recycling composites. In addition, Nick Bigeau, Chief Technology Officer ... Read more
Virtual Coffee Break Series on Diversity and Inclusion, featuring Katherine Deane
OnlineCoffee Break hosted by SAMPE Canada, CKN, CACMSA and CREPEC In this session, Dr. Katherine Deane, Associate Professor, University of East Anglia, Norwich discusses Disability Adjustments – a Research Quality Improvement Tool. Biography: Dr Katherine Deane is an Associate Professor in the School of Health Sciences, University of East Anglia, Norwich on the eastern ... Read more
Cure and Thermal Management Considerations of Thermoset Composites
OnlineEffective thermal management to control cure during manufacturing of thermoset composite parts is one of the critical activities to achieve the required outcomes in terms of part quality, mechanical properties and dimensional conformity. Although the fundamental heat transfer mechanisms remain the same, different manufacturing processes and equipment have specific considerations that must be taken into ... Read more
Introduction to Quality Assurance and Quality Control in Composites
OnlineQuality control in composites manufacturing is more than just defect detection—it is a strategic approach to ensuring consistency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Unlike metals, composite properties are manufactured with the structure, making robust quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) practices even more critical to maintain consistency. This session will explore aspects of QA/QC in composites, ... Read more
The Current State of Composite Materials in the Bicycle Industry
OnlineThis presentation will start with a review of typical composite bicycle design, as is common in the bicycle industry now. This includes general frame manufacturing processes, key design criteria and parameters and materials used (matrix and reinforcement). Further, a high level review of the bicycle industry supply chain will be done, using this to highlight ... Read more
Virtual Coffee Break Series on Diversity and Inclusion, featuring James Richards
OnlineOur upcoming D&I Coffee Break session features James Richards, Professor of Employment Relations from the Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh. Join us for “Making employment and science careers inclusive for neurodivergent employees.” In this session, James Richards considers what makes for inclusive employment for the science careers of neurodivergent employees. James broadly covers the ... Read more
Advanced x-ray imaging of carbon fiber microstructure
OnlineManufacturing defects are a complex and often expensive problem in carbon fiber composites. Understanding the underlying causes of various defects requires accurate characterization and, ideally, quantification. Characterizing fiber-level defects can be very difficult, as they cannot typically be resolved by conventional x-ray or ultrasonic imaging. While 2D sectioning methods can be used to study such ... Read more
Implementation of Bolted Joints in Composite Materials
OnlineThe majority of parts composed of composite materials are joined with other parts before becoming the final product. In addition to adhesive bonding, bolted joints are a common method of joining composites. They can be strong, and reliable, while allowing for disassembly if required. In a previous AIM Event webinar, “Introduction to Bolted Joints in ... Read more
Filament Winding – A traditional manufacturing method reinvented
OnlineThis webinar describes filament winding processes and technologies to produce fiber-reinforced polymer composites. Historically, filament winding is known as a composite fabrication process by which resin-wet fibers are deposited on a rotating mandrel following specific geometric paths creating structures of revolution. The webinar first explores the basics of the filament winding process, with focus on ... Read more