A Comparative Evaluation of Quasi-Isotropic Laminates
Braided quasi-isotropic (0°, +/-60°) fabric has enabled easy lay-up and provided superior performance for a variety of composite applications, but to date the test data characterizing the benefits …
Quasi-isotropic braid reduces cost in large composite tooling
The National Research Council of Canada – Herzberg Institute of Astrophysics’ (HIA) Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory (DRAO) won a JEC Award 2009 in Paris for the “Composite Applications for …
Design and Testing of Braided Composite Fan Case Materials and Components
Triaxial braid composite materials are beginning to be used in fan cases for commercial gas turbine engines. The primary benefit for the use of composite materials is reduced weight and the …