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Nonmetallic tubular structure

US5125179A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 8, 1991
Grant dateJun 30, 1992
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Expiry dateApr 8, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/1369
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A nonmetallic tubular structure and method of making the same comprising a tubular ceramic linear surrounded by a thermal insulating composite tube and an outer braided sleeve of a graphite fiber/epoxy composite tensioned to generate compressive stresses in the ceramic liner and maintained in compression by curing the sleeve while under tension.

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