Racetracking

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-004648",
  "term": "Racetracking",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A phenomenon in composite manufacturing where resin flows preferentially along the edges or gaps of a mold or preform, bypassing the intended fiber reinforcement. This creates resin-rich areas with reduced fiber content, leading to localized weaknesses and inconsistent material properties in the final part. It is a common issue in resin transfer molding and vacuum infusion processes.",
  "subject": "Manufacturing",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Racetracking",
    "es": "racetracking",
    "fr": "racetracking"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/racetracking/"
}