Replacing Invar with a Graphite-Epoxy Composite in the Design of Optical Retroreflectors

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to investigate the use of a Graphite-epoxy composite, Hercules AS4/3501-6, as a replacement material for Invar, for applications such as optical retroreflectors. The results illustrate that the composite can meet the thermal expansion and modulus of elasticity requirements through appropriate orientation of the fibers in the multi-layer matrix.

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Graduation Date

1989

Semester

Spring

Advisor

Rice, Stephen L.

Degree

Master of Science (M.S.)

College

College of Engineering

Department

Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Sciences

Format

Print

Language

English

Length of Campus-only Access

None

Access Status

Masters Thesis (Open Access)

Subjects

Dissertations, Academic -- Engineering; Engineering -- Dissertations, Academic

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