SAE 2012 Economics of Composites Symposium

20 June 2012
The Conference Centre in the City Center
Torino, Italy

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The performance of composites makes them attractive in a variety of applications. However, composites have historically not been a very cost competitive option to metals due to several factors - primarily very expensive materials and labor intensive manufacturing methods. As more automated manufacturing methods for composite components are beginning to be used in the industry, manufacturing costs are being reduced and this helps offset the more expensive materials. Other economic issues to consider when changing from metal to composites are part quantity requirements, inspection requirements, and cost of tooling. This one-day symposium will address a variety of economic issues that are typically considered when implementing composites. The day will conclude with a lively panel discussion featuring experts from several industries.

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