Textiles

NCCEF is a world-leading research centre for near-net textile preforming. We have a conventional Dornier weaving machine equipped with a staubli electronic Jacquard system for weaving 3D preforms and a 9-axis machine for laying down complex barrels.

Dr. Prasad Potluri and his composite group have developed a range of purpose built preforming machines by combining robotics and textile technology.

Within the capabilities below, NCCEF can produce any complex preform with any fibre orientations.

Capabilities

• 3D weaving

• CNC controlled braiding

• Robotic dry fibre placement

• Multineedle stitching and tufting

• Robotic complex winding

• 9-axis

• Carbon fibre weaving

• Glass fibre weaving