Why a research center for thermoplastic composites?

ThermoPlastic composites Research Center

The technological challenges faced by industry can be found at various technology and manufacturing levels of readiness. Although specific thermoplastic composite components and substructures are already being applied commercially, there is a limited understanding of complex physical mechanisms and phenomena in the use and manufacturing of thermoplastic composites.

The TPRC, as a unique worldwide research center for thermoplastic composites, believes that a thorough understanding of materials and processes at a fundamental level is required to deliver on the promise of thermoplastic composites as the material of choice for light-weight components. In the TPRC well-known experts in the field of thermoplastic composites work together on increasing knowledge of these materials and of their behavior, product design and processing technologies.

The main objective of the TPRC is to understand the complex relationships between these fields of interest and implement this knowledge in design guidelines.