Standardisation of production technologies for non-crimp fabric composites
F. Kruse and T. Gries, Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) of RWTH Aachen University, Germany
Abstract:
This chapter reviews the standardisation of the production of non-crimp fabrics (NCFs), as well as the patents protecting these methods. The first part discusses some common considerations in the production and use of NCFs, such as layer orientation, areal weight and bonding patterns. The second part focuses on some of the most important inventions and patents in this area: the computer-controlled weft insertion system (DE 19726831 C2), the LIBA type weft thread transport system (MAX5), the online tow-spreading system, and the ‘Hexcel patent’ (EP 0972102 B1). ...
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