~~NOTOC~~ {{ :applications:composite:sampelayup.png?nolink&150|}} ====== 3D HGT-assisted thermoset AFP (thermal) ====== * 3D thermal simulation of the thermoset Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) using a Hot Gas Torch (HGT). * Use of PFEM3D and Metafor models. === HGT model in PFEM3D === * Complex HGT geometry with 4 separate outlets. * Prediction of the steady-state surface temperature. == Velocity field == {{:applications:composite:hgt_velo_3d.mp4?600}} == Temperature field == {{:applications:composite:hgt_temp_3d_rota.mp4?600}} === Thermal AFP model in Metafor === * Steady-state temperature field from the HGT is given as input. * Thermal exchanges with environment, roller and backup plate. * Thermal contact resistance between layers. * Non-linear layup speed. {{:applications:composite:metaafp_sampe2.mp4?600}}