摘要 |
A weave structure for use as a preform for a metal matrix casting. The weave structure comprises: a warp in the x direction, also called an x-tow, and a weft in the y direction, also called a y-tow. One of the x-tow or the y-tow comprises an alumina thread, and the alumina thread is 80 to 100 per cent aluminium oxide by weight. The other one of the x-tow or the y-tow comprises a second thread, and the second thread comprises regenerated cellulose fibre. The preform may have binders or weave in the z-direction. |