Co-Cured Wing Structure Using Dry Carbon Fiber Application/Overbraiding & Resin Transfer Molding

Watch a demonstration of how Hawthorn Composites can create a co-cured wing structure using a combination of dry carbon fiber application & overbraiding, liquid infusion, and Smart Tools. Learn more about this application at 0:00 Overview 0:32 Layup 1:39 Closing the Mold & Bagging 2:34 Infusion Process 3:20 Smart Tool Extraction & Reforming Process 3:58 The Hawthorn Advantage Hawthorn Composites delivers high value complex composites by deploying low cost materials with liquid infusion and novel manufacturing methods. This combination significantly lowers labor and material costs while maintaining structural integrity and weight neutrality when compared to conventional prepreg and autoclave cured components.