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   Sandwich structures  evaluated  
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.
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
 
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