Disassembly of fusion bonded thermoplastic composite joints aided by induction heating: Effects of induction heating on disassembly force and damage patterns

Disassembly of fusion bonded joints aided by induction heating was investigated. Single-lap shear experiments were performed while heating the joint with an induction coil to research the effect on force required and damage inflicted during disassembly. Co-consolidated CF/PEEK samples with and without a metal mesh susceptor and ultrasonically...