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Monday, December 2, 2013

Composite Bumper Beam

A thinner, lower mass bumper beam with improved impact performance was achieved via press-molded GMT composites thanks to use of a both chopped glass and glass fabric reinforcements featuring enhanced fiberglass/PP interface attained using a new coupling agent and coating material, plus optimized fiber alignment.  By enhancing the beam's crash-energy dispersion and absorption effectiveness, repair costs were improved, weight was lowered 15.5%, and fuel efficiency also benefited. Existing tools were used with the new material.
OEM/Vehicle
Hyundai Motor Co.
2014 Sonata sedan
System Supplier
Hanwha L&C Co., Ltd.
Material Processor
Hanwha L&C Co., Ltd.
Material Supplier
Hanwha L&C Co., Ltd.
Resin
HOMO PP H360F
Tooling/Equipment Supplier
Hanwha L&C Co., Ltd. 

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