Woven preform for structural joints

Details Woven preform for structural joints Woven preform for structural joints

2005-04-05

2005-04-05

Calvert, John J. (Department: 3765)

Textiles: weaving

Fabrics

Drier felts

C139S38300A, C139SDIG001, C442S205000

Reexamination Certificate

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06874543

ABSTRACT:
A preform for structural joints has a three-dimensional weave architecture with fill fibers woven to provide layer-to-layer interlocking of layers of warp fiber as well as interlocking of fibers within each layer. At least two legs extend from a base, the base and legs each having at least two layers of warp fibers. The legs are connected at a symmetrical, distributed-column intersection, with an odd number of columns of warp fibers being located being the legs. The outer ends of the base and legs preferably have tapers formed from terminating layers of warp fibers in a stepped pattern. Tracer fibers that include a colored strand and an x-ray opaque strand are woven into the preform at selected locations as a warp fiber. The tracer fibers allow for identification of a selected location or a selected portion of the preform through visual inspection or by x-ray image.

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