I'm really interested in learning more about this process; wonder how it compares to more traditional composite methods (strength, long-term durability), whether it can scale industrially, and what other sectors it may be suitable for. Bicycles? Other performance-related applications?
Sorry for the late reply -- I'm not getting notified of comments for some reason. I'll go into a bit more detail in my next post since I've been playing around with the process more. There are two main issues. The material is lightly waterproof in that water generally runs off, but soaking it completely softens the glue and leaves you with just fabric. Secondly, the glue shrinks as it dries which is annoying when curing. Could probably get around both of those if you really wanted, but I personally don't think it's good enough just yet.
Surjan, this is just such an impressive process you've gone through. Many thanks for documenting it; inspiring.
I'm really interested in learning more about this process; wonder how it compares to more traditional composite methods (strength, long-term durability), whether it can scale industrially, and what other sectors it may be suitable for. Bicycles? Other performance-related applications?
Sorry for the late reply -- I'm not getting notified of comments for some reason. I'll go into a bit more detail in my next post since I've been playing around with the process more. There are two main issues. The material is lightly waterproof in that water generally runs off, but soaking it completely softens the glue and leaves you with just fabric. Secondly, the glue shrinks as it dries which is annoying when curing. Could probably get around both of those if you really wanted, but I personally don't think it's good enough just yet.