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  • In situ observations of bond-line evolution and void growth during autoclave co-cure of a honeycomb core sandwich structure.

  • M. C. Gill Composite Center Group Picture

  • Void evolution in UD prepregs during Vacuum Bag-only (VBO) cure

  • TriA X polyimide neat resin sample undergoing bending test at 10% strain on left then recovering elastically to flat beam on the right

  • Recycling of thermoset composites through chemical treatment with catalysts

  • In situ observations of volatile-induced surface porosity formation during resin transfer molding (RTM) with benzoxazine resin.

Established in 1995 and endowed with a generous gift from M.C. Gill in 2002, the mission of the Center is to address problems associated with the manufacture and behavior of composites and composite structures. The scope includes the training of graduate and undergraduate students from chemical, mechanical and materials engineering through sponsored research projects. Personnel within the Center provide a range of expertise that includes postdoctoral associates and research professors with specialized skills in mechanics, polymer science, and manufacturing technology. Center personnel work closely with industrial sponsors.

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