- Design of 3D woven preform structures and overall mechanism of corresponding structures.

Torque motor
Heddle frame
Reed
Weaving warp
Fixed warp
Weft

Fig. Schematic design of the three-dimensional weaving equipment

Fig. Weaving mechanism
Composite Materials
Weaving loom
Torque motor
Heddle frame
Reed
Weaving warp
Fixed warp
Weft
Fig. Schematic design of the three-dimensional weaving equipment
Fig. Weaving mechanism
3D woven composite
Fig. 3D woven preform
Fig. Composites of desired shapes (flat and curved surfaces)
CT Analysis
Fig. CT images of 3D woven composites