Development of a Novel Technology for New Generation of Non-Crimp Fabrics – Manufacturing and Simulation

In the field of technical textiles, Non-Crimp Fabrics (NCF) are increasingly used as fibre-reinforced polymers in automotive, aircraft and wind power industry. The rising consumption of multi-axial fabrics for fiber reinforcement requires new fabrics and process requirements for the large scale production. The development of a new type of NCF demands a convergence of diverse disciplines namely mechanics, construction design and chemistry. This research includes the manufacturing of novel adhesive bonded NCF. The characterization and of the warp-knitted fabric, selection of binding technology, the development of suitable application system and numerical models for simulation are the major focus areas.