Experimental characterization of a novel balsa cored sandwich structure with fiber metal laminate skins | SpringerLink
Balsa cored sandwich structures with fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) skins are widely used to produce lightweight, high-stiffness and cost-effective structural components used in marine applications. However, balsa is a hydrophilic material, which is severely susceptible to moisture attacks. Unintended water penetration from the damaged FRP skins into the balsa cored sandwich structures can lead to the core decay and delamination of the core near the free edges.....
