Orientation control during 2D-3D composite preforming

Non-crimp fabrics (NCFs) are employed in composite structures as an alternative to woven fabrics when there is a requirement for improved tensile strength and modulus. To exploit NCF properties, components are designed with optimised fibre directions that reinforce the predicted load paths. 2D to 3D...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Gibbs, Albert Oswald
Format: Thesis (University of Nottingham only)
Language:English
Published: 2023
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Online Access:https://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/74304/