APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REMOVING HOLES IN PRODUCTION OF BIOCOMPOSITE MATERIALS

摘要

A system or apparatus and associated method is provided to remove pinholes from bio composite materials in order to increase the strength and functionality of the composites. The apparatus and method uses an inert gas, such as nitrogen, that is introduced into the processing chamber where the fiber and the polymer are combined to form the biocomposite material. The inert gas is introduced through an inlet into the chamber and creates a pressure differential between the interior and exterior of the product mixture to force the air and moisture out of the mixture and through an outlet or vent - on the chamber, along with the inert gas and any other gases, thereby preventing or at least significantly limiting the formation of pinholes in the biocomposite product.