Topologically controlled composite structure
US7807258B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 21, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 5, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T442/30
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A composite structure is provided. In another aspect of the present invention, a composite structure has relative layer-to-layer fiber orientations of between approximately 5° and 15°, inclusive. A further aspect of the present invention employs relative fiber offset angles less than 30° on a curved section. Yet another aspect of the present invention provides a three-dimensionally woven configuration where the first sheet is interwoven or mechanically linked with both the adjacent second layer and the opposite third or deeper layer.
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