A standard steel strut was replaced by a pultruded composite
strut with bonded metal joining elements, improving NVH, eliminating corrosion
concerns, and optimizing the specific stiffness/weight ratio while reducing
mass 45%. The 50K tow unidirectional carbon fiber-reinforced epoxy also
features an insulating fiberglass layer to prevent stone chipping and provide
galvanic protection. The cost-effective application produces no scrap and is
being used on medium-volume vehicles (up to 30,000/year).
OEM/Vehicle
Daimler AG
2016 Mercedes-AMG C-Class Coupé
System Supplier
Secar Technologie GmbH
Material Processor
Secar Technologie GmbH |
Material Supplier
Toho Tenax
Resin
RTM
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