Feature Article Figure 14. Pre-encapsulated insert block in a conventional composite tool. Master model with pin location and prepreg pad placed (The pad is constructed from 2 or 3 layers of prepreg that can be peeled from the DForm® tiles). Encapsulated metal bushing in pre-cured carbon fiber block with edges chamfered at 45° to facilitate laminating is positioned. DForm® tiles (2) applied. Figure 15. Laminating inserts (bushings, tooling balls etc.) Table 4. Mechanical property comparisons. 14 SAMPE Journal, Volume 52, No. 6, November/December 2016