Assessment of manufacturability of materials used in production and repair of machines that are resistant to prolonged exposure to corrosive environments

Abstract

The assessment methodology for manufacturability of fiberglass parts in conditions of small-scale and repair production is given. Materials based on epoxy binders, the curing of which takes place at elevated temperature, were used as objects of the investigation. To compare manufacturability of various molding processes, composites based on dispersed fillers and thermoplastic matrices are also considered. The results of expert assessments of manufacturability are presented, which show that molding processes consisting of similar technological operations in terms of content, differ significantly in cost and material intensity.