Hybrid cable for reinforcing polymeric articles and reinforced articles
US10968566B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 8, 2018 |
| Grant date | Apr 6, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 29, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L11/088
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A hybrid cable having a core and a wrap; the core made from a carbon fiber yarn or bundle of carbon fiber strands or yarns; and the wrap made of a plurality of metal wires helically wrapped around the core, the plurality of metal wires laid side by side without crossing each other. The fibers, yarns, or core may be treated with polymeric sizing, adhesive, or binder. The wire may be steel and may have a coating such as brass or zinc plating, or a polymeric coating or treatment. The hybrid cable is useful for reinforcing composite articles such as belts, track, or hose.
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