Tape Warping

Definition

Bending deformation from uneven internal stress.

Historical Background

1990s: stress-balancing technology solved curling for automation.

Example

Tape springs back from curved surfaces. Good tape should conform smoothly.

Formula

Curl (mm/m) = Bending Height / Span

Core Concepts

Internal stress from differing shrinkage rates between adhesive and substrate.

Extended Applications

Ordinary: <5 mm/m; precision: <2; electronic: <1; flexible display: <0.5; aerospace: <0.1 mm/m.