Patent ID: 8007620
Filing Date: 2011-08-30
Classification: B32B,C08J,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method for forming a composite material for use in translucent, flame-resistant components, the method comprising: introducing a layer of polyphenylsulfone substrate material to a mold; introducing a fibrous material onto an entire top surface of said polyphenylsulfone substrate material within said mold, said fibrous material comprising a plurality of long glass fibers; preheating said mold to a first temperature to soften said polyphenylsulfone substrate material, wherein preheating said mold comprises preheating said mold to about 535 degrees Fahrenheit over about 15 minutes to soften said polyphenylsulfone substrate material; laminating said fibrous material to said polyphenylsulfone substrate material such that said plurality of long glass fibers are substantially encapsulated within said polyphenylsulfone substrate material while substantially preventing said polyphenylsulfone substrate from outgassing, wherein laminating said fibrous material to said polyphenylsulfone substrate material comprises: cooling said mold under controlled heat and pressure to form the composite material; and removing said composite material from said mold.