NASA NTRS · 19950018163
Composite materials flown on the Long Duration Exposure Facility
Abstract
Organic composite test specimens were flown on several LDEF experiments. Both bare and coated composites were flown. Atomic oxygen eroded bare composite material, with the resins being recessed at a greater rate than the fibers. Selected coating techniques protected the composite substrate in each case. Tensile and optical properties are reported for numerous specimens. Fiberglass and metal matrix composites were also flown.
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George, Pete E., Dursch, Harry W., Pippin, H. Gary. 1995-04-01. Composite materials flown on the Long Duration Exposure Facility. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19950018163
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