Three-dimensional woven corner fitting with lap joint preforms
US9290865B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 26, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 20, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24479
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A three-dimensional corner lap joint preform and a method of forming a three-dimensional corner lap joint preform including a woven flange with one or more legs that extend from the flange. The legs may include one or more independently woven portions which allow formation of a corner without darting the leg or adding additional reinforcement. The independently woven portions may include warp fibers which are not woven into the preform. The unwoven area allows removal of a portion of the leg prior to formation of the corner, allowing the portions of the leg to overlap and form a lap joint.
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