Induction welded unidirectional carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic L-joints: Joint performance and testing methodology

Induction welding is an effective technique for joining unidirectional carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites and L-joints can be produced through quick and cost-effective processing steps. However, due to high localized stresses in the skin-stiffener interface, these L-joints are often avoided in primary aircraft structures. Also, no...

Induction Welded Repairs in Carbon Fiber Thermoplastic Aircraft Structures

This master thesis research investigates the possibility to repair carbon fiber thermoplastic aircraft<br/>structures using induction welding. Carbon fiber is conductive and heats up when placed inside an<br/>alternating magnetic field. A generator, coil, and pressure frame are needed to perform induction<br/>welding. The support plates needed...