Use of Thermoplastic Resins in Composite Tidal Turbine Blades: Manufacturing Feasibility and the Impacts of Water Ingress.

Funder	Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
Recipient Organization	University of Edinburgh
Country	United Kingdom
Start Date	Aug 31, 2021
End Date	Aug 30, 2025
Duration	1,460 days
Number of Grantees	1
Roles	Student
Data Source	UKRI Gateway to Research
Grant ID	`2588535`

Grant Description

This project will evaluate the suitability of thermoplastic resins in the manufacture of thick-section composites found in tidal stream turbine blades. The effect of different manufacturing processes variables and impacts of water ingress on laminate quality will be assessed.