摘要 |
A machine for producing complex-shaped, three-dimensional engineered fiber preforms having unitary, integral and seamless structures, a method for maki ng the preforms on the machine, and reforms produced thereby. The integral desi gn and structure of the preform is formed by a combination of interlacing and n on- interlacing fiber systems (12) that permits variable cross-sectional area an d dimensions from a first end to a second end along an axis via selective activation and control (11) of at least one module (3), preferably a plurali ty of module connected to each other in any desirable configuration. |