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| Sandwich constructions are composite material structures combining low weight, high strength and good dynamic properties. They have a variety of possible applications in railway vehicles and make a contribution to light weight design. |
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| Technology field: Mass reduction |
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| References / Links: Bröcker, Rosenberger 1997; Schuon 1998; Starlinger, Koch 2000; Wimmer 2000; www.hexcelcomposites.com; www.tifac.org.in; www.eng.uab.edu |
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 date created: 2002-10-09 |
| © UIC - International Union of Railways 2003 |
