This research group specializes in developing the understanding of composite materials, particularly for the next generation of wind turbine blades. Their research includes manufacturing, characterization, recycling and mechanical testing. They are experts in composites manufacturing and its understanding in terms of curing, permeability, infusion modelling and specimen preparation for example. On the mechanical testing side, they specialized on understanding damage mechanisms identification for composites linked to fatigue testing.
Their research areas cover fatigue behavior, new materials, blade structural elements, recycling, and sustainability. This research section has an extensive collaboration with industrial partners through research projects as well as commissioned work activities in wind energy and other sectors using composites. Their expertise in manufacturing and testing contributes to developing the next generation of turbine blades and lightweight, strong composite structures. Through their sustainability and recycling work, the group paves the way to future circular composites.
Their facilities include the FiberLab, which specializes in manufacturing and characterizing fiber-reinforced polymer composites, and the TestLab, an accredited facility, focused on understanding composite damage mechanisms.
Fiberlab
Focuses on the manufacturing and characterization of fiber reinforced polymer composites using glass and carbon fibers. The lab provides experimental verification and supports composite materials modeling.
Contact: Tom Løgstrup Andersen, toan@dtu.dk
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TestLab
An accredited laboratory with a range of machines for testing composites. They focus on understanding composite damage mechanisms, especially in fatigue, and utilize monitoring techniques such as IR cameras and DIC systems.
Contact: Tristan Hamers, twiha@dtu.dk
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Contact
Anthony Fraisse (Head of Section), antf@dtu.dk