18664099. IMPACT RESISTANT COMPOSITE MATERIAL simplified abstract (Honeywell International Inc.)
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IMPACT RESISTANT COMPOSITE MATERIAL
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Weiwei Ding of Charlotte NC (US)
IMPACT RESISTANT COMPOSITE MATERIAL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18664099 titled 'IMPACT RESISTANT COMPOSITE MATERIAL
The patent application relates to an Enhanced Auxetic Composite Material (EACM) made of a base thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) and/or a thermoset material combined with an auxetic material, formed through a molding process where the base material is injected or formed around the auxetic material to provide higher impact performance.
- The composite material combines various energy-absorbing materials with auxetic materials to enhance impact performance.
- TPE material injected into auxetic structures can fill internal voids, improving overall performance.
- Auxetic materials, in forms such as sheets, 3-D structures, and particles, offer unique benefits when combined with base materials.
- Personal protection articles incorporating these materials provide long life and enhanced impact resistance.
Potential Applications: The technology can be applied in various personal protection articles, sports equipment, automotive components, and industrial safety gear.
Problems Solved: The technology addresses the need for materials with enhanced impact resistance and durability in various applications.
Benefits: The EACM provides higher impact performance, improved energy absorption, and increased durability compared to individual materials.
Commercial Applications: The technology can be used in the manufacturing of protective gear, sports equipment, automotive parts, and industrial safety products, catering to industries focused on impact resistance and safety.
Questions about Enhanced Auxetic Composite Material: 1. How does the combination of base materials with auxetic materials enhance impact performance?
- The combination improves energy absorption and impact resistance, providing better overall performance.
2. What are the potential applications of EACM in different industries?
- EACM can be used in personal protection articles, sports equipment, automotive components, and industrial safety gear, among others.
Original Abstract Submitted
Apparatus and associated methods relate to an enhanced auxetic composite material (EACM) of a base thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) and/or a thermoset material combined with an auxetic material, the composite formed with a molding process, where the base material is injected or dripped into or injected, dripped or formed around the auxetic material, the composite material providing higher impact performance than the individual materials. In an illustrative example, combining various energy absorbing materials with auxetic materials may further enhance impact performance. In some examples, TPE material injected into auxetic structures may fill internal voids. In some examples, the auxetic material may be suspended within the TPE material and be encapsulated around the auxetic material form. Auxetic materials may take various forms, for example, sheets, 3-D structures, and particles, each providing unique benefits. Various embodiments included within various personal protection articles may advantageously provide long life and enhance impact resistance.
