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Nope, can't bend it (m) (archive)
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Posted by Dick K on November 17, 2000 at 15:14:13:

In Reply to: You cant bend it (more) posted by RM on November 17, 2000 at 14:37:46:

The air duct is manufactured from pre-preg graphite woven cloth which is placed in a mold and then vaccuum baggged and placed in a kiln or autoclave. The shape of the mold determines the shape of the part - carbon/ epoxy structures are very, very rigid and also somewhat brittle. Also, be aware that there are many galvanic-couple issues to deal with when carbon comes in contact with steel, or especially aluminum. Unless you have some composite structure fabrication experience, i'd suggest leaving this to the pros.


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