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More mettle for sheet metal.

Authors :
Palmer, Timothy
Hoffman, Jean M.
Source :
Machine Design. 4/1/2004, Vol. 76 Issue 7, p76-80. 3p. 1 Color Photograph, 2 Diagrams, 1 Chart, 1 Graph.
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

Provides information on the plastic/metal hybrid technology. Details of the first commercial part that used the technology; Use of plastic/metal parts for the grille opening reinforcement on the 2000 Focus automobile from Ford Motor Co.; Procedures in producing a plastic/metal hybrid component; Advantages of using plastic/metal hybrids. INSET: Fundamental proof testing.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00249114
Volume :
76
Issue :
7
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Machine Design
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
12702921