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Processing of PMCs Varies from simple intensive methods to automated methods The methods of production will depend on factors such as cost, shape of components, number of components and required performance 1. Hand methods Hand lay-up Mould is treated with a release agent-to prevent sticking Gel coat layers are placed on the mold- to give decorative and protective surface Put the reinforcement (woven rovings or chopped strand mat) The thermosetting resin is mixed with a curing agent, and applied with brush or roller on the reinforcement Curing at room temperature Concept of hand lay-up process What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Hand lay-up methods? 2) Spray-up Variation of hand lay-up Mould is treated with a release agent-to prevent sticking Gel coat layers are placed on the mold- to give decorative and protective surface The gun sprays the mixture of chopped fiber, resin catalyst on to a mould Rolled out to remove entrapped air give a smooth surface Poor roll out can induce structural weakness by leaving air bubbles, dislocation of fibers and poor wet out Concept of spray-up process 2. Moulding Methods Matched-die moulding (Acuan Terpadan) -The composite material is pressed between heated matched dies -Pressure required depends on the flow characteristics of the feed materials - The feed materials flows into the contours of the mould and cures at high temp. Matched die-moulding 2 forms of feed materials; Sheet moulding compound (SMC) Sheet of resin-fiber blend which contains additives (curing agent, release agent pigments). Clean to be used give good consistency in properties b) Dough moulding compound (DMC) Blends (in dough forms) of all the necessary constituents (but only short fibers are used) 2. Moulding Methods b) Forming methods by employing gas pressure (Kaedah Tekanan Gas) 3 methods Vacuum forming/vacuum bagging (Beg vakum) Autoclave moulding (Acuan autoclave) Pressure bagging (Beg tekanan) Autoclave Moulding Pressure Bagging c) Low