Sandwich Panel
Assembly process in which a core material (foam, balsa wood, or honeycomb) is bonded between two composite skins. The materials are prepared and cleaned, adhesive is applied, and the assembly is held under pressure during curing before drilling and hardware installation.
Sandwich Panel Process
The Steps
Material Preparation
Core materials and composite skins are prepared and cleaned to ensure proper bonding
Bonding Preparation
The skins and core are positioned and aligned for bonding
Adhesive Application
Structural adhesive is applied to the bonding surfaces
Panel Assembly and Bonding
The skins and core are assembled and held under pressure to ensure proper bonding
Adhesive Curing
A chemical reaction converts the adhesive from a liquid to a solid state
Drilling and Hardware Installation
Holes are drilled and hardware is installed as required
