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The major processes and their influence on important composite properties are considered. Since processing also limits the shape and size of the component, this needs to be decided at an early stage in the design process. Some data are collated from preceding chapters and some from studies carried out to identify the characteristic properties of processes.
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Hancox, N.L., Mayer, R.M. (1994). Influence of Processing on Properties. In: Design Data for Reinforced Plastics. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-0707-5_11
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