Technical training
Blade Repair Standard / V5 23022026
b. apply vacuum consumables in the correct order with the correct placement of a thermocouple, and to achieve, record and document the correct vacuum levels in accordance with a work instruction c. adjust a heating blanket to the correct temperature according to the temperature displayed on a temperature gauge. Record and document that temperature in accordance with a work instruction
ELEMENT 20.4 - PRODUCING A COMPOSITE SANDWICH PANEL
Learning objectives:
176) The participants can perform the production of a composite sandwich panel covered on one side with gelcoat in accordance with a work instruction and drawing (Skills, intermediate level)
177) The participants can act independently in producing a composite sandwich panel covered on one side with gelcoat in accordance with a work instruction and drawing (Ability, intermediate level)
The instructor shall:
Introduce the exercise. Hand out a work instruction and drawing with details on how to build the sandwich panel
The work instruction and drawing must contain sufficient detail about the dimensions and areal weight of each layer of fibreglass and the core material to enable the participants to build the panel (the dimensions stated in the following participants’ actions are the recommended sizes) The work instruction must contain details of the curing temperature, and the mix ratios of the gelcoat and matrix, but shall not contain details of the amount of gelcoat and matrix required as these must be calculated by the participants
Demonstrate how to correctly cut and shape core material to the dimensions required in a blade drawing or work instruction
Give constructive feedback on the participants’ above practice
The participants shall:
Practise the ability to prepare a flat mould (aluminium is preferred) with release agent and to apply flash tape to the correct dimensions in accordance with a work instruction
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