The Flexural Behavior of Woven Prepreg Thermoplastic Composites

Studies on the flexural damage behaviors of satin and plain continuous-fiber-impregnated thermoplastic (COFIT) prepreg woven composites were carried out. Their weaving characteristics such as float length, interlace region, etc., which are believed to affect composite properties, were determined. It was found that the satin weave exhibits better flexural properties such as flexural strength and modulus than the plain weave system, with a more...