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sandwich panel
is normally a low-density core material sandwiched
between two high modulus face skins to produce a
lightweight panel with exceptional stiffness. The face
skins act like the flanges of an I beam carrying tensile
and compressive loads. The core plays the role of the
web, separating the face skins and carrying the shear
loads.
Core materials
provide panel thickness, with associated stiffness, at
minimal weight. Stiffer panels require less support
structure, simplifying structural design.
Other advantages
of sandwich panels include:
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Truer, fairer and stiffer panel shapes compared with
solid FRP skins or metal skins over frames.
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Easier component handling due to increased
stiffness and weight reduction.
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Increased interior volume due to less support structure.
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Lower VOC emissions compared with solid FRP lay-ups.
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Significantly improved thermal and acoustic insulation |
