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Advanced Composites with Nanoscale Reinforcement
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Woman-Owned: NoMinority-Owned: NoHUBZone-Owned: No
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Fiscal Year: 2004Title: Advanced Composites with Nanoscale ReinforcementAgency / Branch: DOD / USAFContract: FA9550-04-C-0120Award Amount: $99,453.00
Abstract:
Advanced fiber composites are fabricated by automated 3D weaving and braiding processes. These weaving processes use tows of micron diameter fibers, to create preforms for resin infiltration. The interaction between the resin matrix and the fibers can be potentially increased by creating nanoscale features on the carbon fibers. NanoLab is expert in the synthesis of carbon nanotubes and their applications in composites. In the proposed work, we plan to develop a process where nanotubes can be grown on 3-D woven or 3-D braided performs, as well as individual fibers and cloths. We will then infiltrate sample composites, and perform representative mechanical tests, in order to validate the possibility of achieving improved mechanical performance, particularly higher penetration resistance under foreign object impact.Small Business Information at Submission:Research Institution Information:NANOLAB, INC.
55 Chapel St Newton, MA 02458EIN/Tax ID: 043501871DUNS: N/ANumber of Employees:Woman-Owned: NoMinority-Owned: NoHUBZone-Owned: NoUniversity of Delaware
126D Spencer Laboratory
Newark, DE 19716Contact: Tsu-Wei ChouContact Phone: (302) 831-2423RI Type: Nonprofit college or university
Award Information
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Agency: Department of Defense |
Branch: Air Force |
Award ID: 67954 |
Program Year/Program: 2004 / STTR |
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Agency Tracking Number: F045-020-0227 |
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