This rear seat base was produced via the resin transfer molding (RTM) process using Dow's commercial Voraforce 5300 epoxy carbon composite. The demonstration part, produced by Fehrer Automotive as part of Dow's Voraforce development program, is 60% carbon fiber by weight. In structural applications, one complex composite part can replace several pieces of steel welded together. The material's low viscosity, low moisture absorption, and cycle time of less than 90 seconds can make carbon composites used for such parts more price-competitive with steel in high volumes.(Source: Dow Automotive Systems)
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