TASS, referring to the press service of the National Technology Initiative Platform, reported that the looms developed by Carbontex make it possible to produce heavy-duty composite fabrics by weaving carbon fiber in three directions simultaneously. Similar materials can be used to create drones with improved aerodynamics.
Using the machine, you can weave in width, length and height, connecting two planes not only vertically, but also at any angle. In this case, the material is dense, voluminous, monolithic and durable. According to the report, the use of fiberglass and carbon fiber reinforcing threads also makes it possible to eliminate one of the main disadvantages of composites, their delamination during operation.
The fabrication of devices from 3D fabrics with pre-programmed properties is promising in aerospace as it allows material thickening to be designed in the right places or its flexibility and strength to be adjusted during design. According to the developers, their fabric can be used for the wings and tails of drones. In addition, the technology makes it possible to reduce the cost of producing a drone while increasing productivity.
Source: Ferra
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