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Opaque fiber reinforcement of composites

US8997416B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 15, 2008
Grant dateApr 7, 2015
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Expiry dateJun 18, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/249949
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A composite material includes a polymeric matrix, at least one transparent region including a plurality of optically clear elements provided in the polymeric matrix and at least one opaque region including a plurality of opaque reinforcing elements provided in the polymeric matrix substantially parallel and adjacent to the at least one transparent region. A structural window and a method for reinforcing a composite material are also disclosed.

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