2-Component Adhesive Process (2-CAP)

Purpose and goal

For new innovative constructions, joining with adhesive is important. 2C applications are a strong trend in the electrification of vehicles where new concepts are now being developed that require new technical solutions. Adhesive joints give the possibility of new material combinations and with longer service life. 2C-based bonding with a short curing time and secure geometry fixation is essential. The goal is a robust process for high-volume manufacturing with automated application of 2C adhesive and thus also reduced work environment risks.

Expected effects and result

A robust automated joining process for 2C adhesive has potential to rationalize and make production more efficient, but deep knowledge of the interaction between materials, equipment, application situation and process is required to give Swedish companies the competitive advantage it entails and also contribute to a resource-efficient use and thereby contribute to FFI´s impact target. The goal of the project is therefore an automatic handling of all parts of the process to obtain a stable robust process, optimized material consumption and minimized chemical risks for personnel.

Planned approach and implementation

Business partners are strongly involved in the project with information about their respective application situations and requirements for the adhesive process with examples typical of their needs. These form a basis for the technical work and will be used to develop and generalize questions that can be studied and analyzed in a research environment. To begin with, the project will use existing resources within the project consortium for tests and experiments, but gradually it is intended to establish a more targeted research environment at RISE for this.