Positive reinforcement: 21st century 3D weaving

Description

Dr Edward Archer, a lecturer in the Engineering Research Institute at Ulster University and technical director of Axis Composites discusses the 3D weaving process for composites.

Subject

Research by Ulster University and spinout 3D weaving company Axis Composites has found that 3D woven materials exhibit fracture toughness up to 20 times higher than conventional epoxy laminates.