Distortion resistant transparent reinforcing fibers for use in transparent reinforced composites
US9334378B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 16, 2008 |
| Grant date | May 10, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 15, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24124
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A reinforcing fiber for reinforcing a transparent matrix composite. The fiber includes a substantially transparent fiber ribbon having an elongated cross-sectional geometry. The fiber ribbon includes edges that are substantially opaque. Light is substantially prevented from passing through the opaque edges to reduce or eliminate light distortion through the fiber. A composite utilizing the reinforcing fibers and a method for making a window assembly and a method for manufacturing a vehicle are also disclosed.
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