Patent ID: 7018578
Filing Date: 2006-03-28
Classification: B29B,B29C,C08J,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method of producing a hybrid matrix fiber composite from a plurality of fibers and from matrix materials, said method comprising steps: (a) aligning said plurality of fibers and impregnating them in a first matrix material to form one or more impregnated ribbons; (b) at least partially curing or otherwise solidifying said first matrix material around said aligned fibers to preserve fiber alignment and impart stiffness and compressive strength to the ribbons; (c) aligning and embedding said impregnated and at least partially cured ribbons within a second matrix material; (d) curing or otherwise solidifying said first and second matrix materials to chemically or physically bond said first and second matrix materials into an integrally bonded hybrid matrix composite.