Crash Course Composites | Essential Basics
Take your first steps into the world of composites or deepen your understanding of this versatile material group. Through a mix of theory and practice, you'll gain insights into processing techniques, applications, and sustainability aspects. All this guided by experienced experts. Because every case is different, you're welcome to send in your questions beforehand. During the final individual session, the most suitable expert will personally address your query.
For whom?
This course is designed for:
- Individuals new to the field of composites
- Professionals seeking to understand composite applications and processing
- Engineers and designers interested in integrating composites into their products
Key takeaways
- Understand the different types of composite materials and their applications.
- Learn various processing technologies for composites.
- Gain insights into integrating composites within a circular economy.
- Engage in hands-on sessions to apply knowledge in practical scenarios.
- Receive personalized expert advice on specific questions.
Programme
Time | Subject |
| 10:00 - 10:15 | Welcome |
| 10:15 - 11:00 | Hands-on session infusion; RTM-Light; Recycling |
| 11:00 - 12:30 | Introduction; Applications and trends; Processes |
| 12:30 - 13:00 | Lunch break – sandwiches will be provided |
| 13:00 - 13:30 | Hands-on session prepreg, automation, thermoplastic composites |
| 13:30 - 15:00 | Materials and design; circular economy aspects |
| 15:00 - 15:30 | Demoulding, wrap-up in the lab |
| 15:30 - 17:30 | Your individual session: 20 minutes expert advice |
| 17:30 | End |
Flemish companies can take advantage of a subsidy from VLAIO for this course
This programme is part of Industriepartnershap in which 13 Flemish innovation partners offer an integrated service to stimulate growth and innovation in the Flemish industry in the 6 following themes: AI, Cybersecurity, Circularity, Digitisation, Climate & Energy and Industry 4.0. They do so under the leadership of Agoria and Sirris and with the support of Agentschap Innoveren & Ondernemen.
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