Applicant: Applied Nanostructured Solutions, Llc
A composite includes a matrix material and a unidirectional array of carbon nanotube- infused fibers disposed in a portion of the matrix material. An article includes this composite and a network of electrodes disposed about the periphery of the composite. The electrodes send and receive an electrical charge. Such an article is included in a system, along with sensing circuitry and a source for supplying current to the network of electrodes. Such a system is used in a method that includes subjecting the article to a load that causes a condition in the composite including strain, fatigue, damage, or cracks, and monitoring the location of the condition.
Patent number: WO/2011/049801
Inventors: Malecki, Harry, C., Hughes, John, Anthony; Shah, Tushar, K.
Publication date: 28.04.2011
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