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Re: Honeycomb Composites?
Although I've never used it for robotics, I'd consider giving this stuff a look. It consists of two thin sheets of G10 fiberglass or carbon fiber, surrounding a honeycomb structure made of nomex. I've used it for a number of things in high power rocketry, and can confirm that it's great stuff...very rigid, and almost unbelievably light. Not something that I'd want to put in a spot way out in the open, but it can take a hit if need be.
I have cut it with both dremels and bandsaws without issue, beyond those typically associated with cutting fiberglass (be careful with the dust!).
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Last edited by Joe G. : 14-12-2011 at 01:50.
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