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Composite Cutting Techniques

9:50

Build Your Own Tube: Online Calculator Demonstration

3:51

Let's Build: Carbon Fiber Ski Poles

19:55

PROJECT: Truck Bed Extender

15:54

Frequently Asked Questions: Part 3

3:42

Water Jet

What does water jetting look like? What machinery is required, and how is it operated? This technician demonstrates the use of a water jet, how it’s programmed, and what the machine requires.
CLARIFICATION: Rock West does not have water jetting available in-house yet, although we do outsource that labor if you want something that is water jetted.
00:00 Introduction
00:11 Water jetting a pattern
01:17 Programming software
01:42 Water jetting a circle

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22:39

Vacuum Bagging Techniques

Просмотров 35 тыс.2 года назад

It can be a struggle to vacuum bag complicated objects. Tap in to John's expertise as he walks you through five different methods of vacuum bagging, varying from flat plates through round objects and envelope bags. Prep your piece for resin infusion with the help of a seasoned composites veteran! What are you currently trying to vacuum bag? Drop your projects and questions in the comments below...

9:50

Composite Cutting Techniques

Просмотров 2,7 тыс.2 года назад

Working with carbon fiber without access to the professional heavy-duty equipment carbon fiber manufacturers have requires a multitude of smaller hand tools. Knowing how to use each one and understanding when they should be used can take years of experience and expertise. Here to save us from our confusion is John, who, with decades of carbon fiber manufacturing under his belt, can guide us thr...

Build Your Own Tube: Online Calculator Demonstration

3:51

Build Your Own Tube: Online Calculator Demonstration

Просмотров 9552 года назад

Do you need a tube that you can't find on our website? Mike and John are back to show you how to access and use Rock West’s “Build Your Own Tube” function on the website. By plugging in your specific requirements, this calculator will report back with a price and other calculated values. Have any further questions about this function or other website features? Drop them in the comments below! L...

19:55

Let's Build: Carbon Fiber Ski Poles

Просмотров 3,5 тыс.2 года назад

John builds carbon fiber ski and walking poles using telescoping tubes from Rock West's facility. This how-to addresses questions about sanding and bonding as well as how to showcase the look of carbon fiber with ceramic coating. Stick to the end for tips on how to apply decals in a way that will last! What was your favorite part of this project? Is there anything you'd like to see again or hav...

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PROJECT: Truck Bed Extender

Просмотров 2,8 тыс.2 года назад

One of the benefits of working at a composites company is having a team that can help you out when you need a little technical support. Watch as Mike and John design and construct a truck bed extender for one of our employees and learn how to do this yourself! We are always on the look out for great team members. Join us! bit.ly/3OPjIv4 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:22 Discovering the project...

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Frequently Asked Questions: Part 3

Просмотров 1,4 тыс.2 года назад

Our team talks about steel and metals vs carbon fiber and fiberglass composites. 0:33 Does carbon fiber corrode like metal? 1:10 What about UV exposure/degradation? 1:34 X-Ray Transparency: Can carbon fiber or fiberglass go through an X-ray detector? 2:11 Radio Frequencies: How do carbon fiber and fiberglass compare with the transmissibility of radio waves? 2:40 Why are carbon fiber and fibergl...

PROJECT: Kevlar Bike Rock Guard Part 2 - Making the Final Kevlar Composite Part

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PROJECT: Kevlar Bike Rock Guard Part 2 - Making the Final Kevlar Composite Part

Просмотров 1,4 тыс.2 года назад

John is finishing the new Kevlar composite rock guard for his bike. He has the completed tool and is prepared to use a Kevlar braided sleeve and wet layup process to manufacture this part. Follow along as John makes the final piece! Product links: 0:45 - Braided Sleeve: www.rockwestcomposites.com/shop/materials-tools/braided-sleeves-tapes 1:15 - Frekote Release Agent: www.rockwestcomposites.com...

PROJECT: Kevlar Bike Rock Guard Part 1- Making the Fiberglass Composite Tool

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PROJECT: Kevlar Bike Rock Guard Part 1- Making the Fiberglass Composite Tool

Просмотров 1,1 тыс.2 года назад

John is making a new Kevlar composite rock guard for his bike, but he needs to make a mold/tool so he can layup the final part. In this video, he shows you how to make this basic tool using a wet layup process and our Large Starter Kit (www.rockwestcomposites.com/79001-lg). Product links: 1:25 - Large Starter Kit - Wet Layup: www.rockwestcomposites.com/79001-lg 2:05 - Flash breaker tape: www.ro...

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Frequently Asked Questions: Part 2

Просмотров 2,1 тыс.2 года назад

Our team discusses some of the fabrics used in composites manufacturing. 0:24 Basics of bullet resistant (ballistic) Kevlar vs industrial Kevlar 0:52 Why combine Kevlar and carbon fiber (hybrid fabrics) in a composite application? 1:34 Properties of different plates including Kevlar hybrids, carbon fiber and fiberglass 2:45 Can you wrap carbon fiber with fiberglass or vice versa when making a c...

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Frequently Asked Questions: Part 1

Просмотров 2,4 тыс.2 года назад

Our team explains basic terminology used in the composites industry. 0:30 What do the abbreviations 1K, 3K, 12K mean when used in carbon fiber material descriptions? 1:50 What is the difference between thermoset and thermoplastic composite materials? 2:30 What is the difference between isotropic, anisotropic, and quasi isotopic? 3:56 What are different layup techniques for composite materials?

Composite Part Making Starter Kit - Wet Layup

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Composite Part Making Starter Kit - Wet Layup

Просмотров 7 тыс.3 года назад

With composites growing in popularity (and uses) we have put together a starter kit so that you (or your students!) can get their hands gooey with resin and learn how to make a basic composite part (eg. a naca duct). This video explores what our starter kit comes with and how to layup your first part. Small Wet Layup Starter Kit - bit.ly/39J7AcR Larger Wet Layup Starter Kit - bit.ly/3lMGlDH

Wet Layup Starter Kits - Small & Large Kit Overview - For STEM Students & Hobbyists

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Wet Layup Starter Kits - Small & Large Kit Overview - For STEM Students & Hobbyists

Просмотров 4,5 тыс.3 года назад

In this video we lay out what is included in our small & large wet layup starter kits. These two kits are offered for the novice and or seasoned composite fabricator. Wet layup serves as a great introduction to some of the most basic principles of composite part fabrication. We have also created a How-To video that illustrates step by step how one can layup a part, namely the NACA duct shown an...

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RWC's New San Diego Headquarters

Просмотров 1,1 тыс.3 года назад

Get a sneak peak of our new San Diego location! The building has been undergoing a significant renovation. It's a major upgrade from our previous location and is a dramatically larger space. We've accomplished a lot since this was filmed, but it will give you an idea of the space and expansion of capabilities in the works.

Design Engineering and Finite Element Analysis

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Design Engineering and Finite Element Analysis

Просмотров 5 тыс.3 года назад

Our engineering team has the depth and breadth of experience needed to complement your team and deliver programs of all sizes, from complex large programs to smaller component projects. We can support your endeavor at any stage of its life cycle. That includes component design, laminate design and optimization, tooling design, stress analysis and FEA, inspection criteria, and project management.