Patent ID: 7687009
Filing Date: 2010-03-30
Classification: B29C,D01D,D06M,Y10S,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A process for producing three-dimensional, self-interlacing composites by mechanical polymerization with ultrasonic manipulation, the process comprising: placing a mixing fluid in a form or mold; placing fibers having a base with a concave surface, a locking system, and a body with a trailing end connected to the base, a leading free end and a spiral shape, in the form or mold; and subjecting the fluid to mechanical polymerization with ultrasonic manipulation in a mixing step propagating standing waves impacting the concave surface causing the fibers to be propelled forward and rotated by the spiral shape and causing the bodies of the fibers to be three-dimensionally engaged, intertwined, interlocked and held to one another by the locking system.