Crimp-Imbalanced Fabrics

Abstract

Crimp-imbalanced fabric systems are accomplished by varying the levels of yarn crimp within a single fabric layer and across layers of a multi-layer fabric system. The method includes developing a crimp in the yarn (utilized for producing a fabric layer) by optionally pulling the yarn through a solution that substantially coats the yarn. The optionally removable coating has a thickness that ensures a proper amount of crimp in the yarn. The tension in the yarn is controlled; the yarn is weaved; and a crimp is applied in the yarn. Once the crimp is applied, families of the crimped yarn are utilized as a single layer or multiple layer system to increase performance attributes including enhanced energy absorption.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 30, 2011
Accession Number
ADD020472

Entities

People

  • Paul V. Cavallaro

Organizations

  • United States Department of the Navy

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Absorption
  • Composite Materials
  • Construction
  • Fabrics
  • Kinetic Energy
  • Materials
  • Mechanics
  • Military Organizations
  • Patent Applications
  • Projectiles
  • Resin Transfer Molding
  • Resins
  • Stress Waves
  • Textiles
  • Thickness
  • United States
  • Weapons

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  • Electrical Engineering
  • Reinforced Composite Materials