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Non-linear fiber/matrix architecture

  • US 20050116400A1
  • Filed: 10/29/2004
  • Published: 06/02/2005
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/14/2003
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A composite spring assembly configured to provide non-linear stiffness in response to a load, the composite spring assembly comprising:

  • a body portion defining a longitudinal axis;

    at least one reinforcing element embedded in the body portion and oriented in general disalignment with the longitudinal axis such that deformation of the body portion under the load causes the reinforcing element to move toward alignment with the load direction.

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