Composite fibre and related detection system
US8191429B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 30, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 5, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 27, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/2929
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A composite fibre including at least a first component and a second component, wherein at least one of the components is an optical fiber, and the components are intertwined. The first component may be wound around the second component, and optionally the second component is wound around the first component. Associated fibrous assemblies, composite materials, fabrics, detection systems, items of clothing and methods of detecting a physical variable are also disclosed.
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