Thermoplastic Laminated Composite and Device for Joining Flat Bodies

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The patent describes a method and device for joining flat bodies (such as sheets or panels) made from thermoplastic fiber composite materials using a specialized thermoplastic joining element. This element is a unidirectionally continuous fiber-reinforced rod that connects the bodies by incorporating and redirecting the composite's reinforcing fibers, improving the mechanical bond.

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• Automotive and aerospace industries for assembling lightweight structural components
• Manufacture of sports equipment such as bicycles or skis made from thermoplastic composites
• Production of modular building panels or prefabricated construction elements
• Assembly of consumer electronics with reinforced plastic housings
• Joining of medical device components made from composite materials

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• Provides a strong and reliable bond between thermoplastic composite parts
• Maintains or enhances the mechanical strength of the fiber-reinforced materials at the joint
• Enables lightweight construction due to effective use of continuous fibers
• Facilitates efficient manufacturing and assembly processes for composite structures
• Improves durability and longevity of assembled products

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Thermoplastischer flächiger Körperverbund, wobei wenigstens einer der Körper aus einem thermoplastischen Faserverbundwerkstoff besteht, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Körper (1, 2) mit einem thermoplastischen Fügeelement als ein ausgeformtes Stück eines unidirektional endlosfaserverstärkten Stabes (9) mit thermoplastischer Matrix miteinander so verbunden sind, dass die Endlosfasern des Körpers (1, 2) aus dem thermoplastischen Faserverbundwerkstoff oder der Körper (1, 2) aus dem thermoplastischen Faserverbundwerkstoff durch Einführen des Fügeelementes umgelenkte Endlosfasern (7) sind.