This report is a comprehensive investigation into the use of resin transfer molded glass fiber reinforced plastics in a structural application. A pickup truck cab structure is an ideal application for plastic composites. The cab is designed to fit at production Ranger pickup truck and uses carryover frame and front end structure. The cab concept consists primarily of two molded pieces. This design demonstrates extensive parts integration and allows for low-cost tooling, along with automated assembly.
Two piece composite truck cab
Zweiteiliges Fahrerhaus aus Verbundwerkstoff für einen Lieferwagen
SAE-Papers ; Mar ; 1-5
1990
5 Seiten, 9 Bilder
Conference paper
English
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Automotive engineering | 1990
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