GARDN II Projects (2014-2019)
Round 4Reuse of Uncured Aerospace Preimpregnated Composite Materials in Commercial Applications
BC-21
Objective:
This project will further the knowledge, experience and capability to reuse of uncured aerospace grade pre-impregnated (prepreg) materials for the Canadian Aerospace industry. The outcome will be further “greening” of the aerospace composite supply chain through:
- reduction of the volume of landfilled, incinerated or acid/solvent reclaimed prepreg waste
- redirection of prepreg waste into value-added commercial products demanding high quality fibres and high performance epoxy matrix systems
- industry development and growth through the creation of a new “reclaimed prepreg” material supplier(s)
- development of new regional commercial opportunities, and
- cost avoidance through the reduction of uncured prepreg scrap disposal costs.
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