Method and apparatus for Z-direction reinforcement of composite laminates
US8214981B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 1, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 1, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2009/001
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for Z-direction reinforcement of composite laminates is disclosed. Discrete fibers are pulled through a fiber composite preform in the Z-direction by barbed needles.
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