The need to reduce labor expenses for the production of advanced composite preforms has been a major issue in the composite industry. The ability to weave angular yarns integrally, with standard warp (0 degree) and filling (90 degree) yarns, would be an asset. Currently, labor intensive off-axis hand lay-ups are used to produce multiangular preforms. This project will develop a concept to produce composite preforms with off-axis fibers. In addition, this concept will not crimp or impale fibers.
Potential Commercial Applications: The development of this technology would reduce cost and improve mechanical properties of composite preforms. Such technology would advance the U.S. in the composite industry.STATUS: Phase I Only
