Innovative Braid Uses

Superior Physical Attributes Make Braid Useful for a Wide Range of Products

Common Braid uses include the following:

Braid Uses  

 

Industrial Uses Back to Top

Various rollers created from braid composites are used throughout the manufacturing industry. Industrial Rollers
Side Air Bag Braid makes the driving experience safer when used in side air bags for automobiles.

Other Industrial uses include:
 
  • Automotive Components
  • Furniture
  • Light Poles
  • Utility Poles
  • Shipping Containers

Aerospace Uses Back to Top

Horizontal Aircraft Stabilizers Horizontal aircraft stabilizers are created from braid composites.
The Premier 1 jet takes advantage of the light weight and superior strength properties of braided components. Premier 1 Jet
Aircraft Engine Vanes The individual vanes of this jet engine fan were created from braid composites.

Other Aerospace uses include:
 
  • Engine Housings
  • Missile Nose Cones
  • Bearings
  • Ducting
  • Tubing

Recreational Uses Back to Top

Bicycle Made from Braided Composites The wheel rims of this Sunrims bicycle were made from A&P braided composites.
Water skis, snow skis, slaloms, and snow boards all benefit from braided composite characteristics. Skis made from braided composites.
Braided Boogie Board This boogie board is another great example of the versatility of braid.

Other Recreational uses include:
 
  • Windsurf Masts
  • Hockey Sticks
  • Golf Shafts
  • Baseball Bats
  • Tennis Racquets
  • Canoe Paddles
  • Sail Masts
  • Boat Hulls and Ducts

Medical Uses Back to Top

Knee Brace Braided composites lend strength and stability to this lightweight orthotic knee brace.
This Ossur prosthetic limb provides an ultra lightweight and stable base that helps conquer physical challenges. Prosthetic Limb

Other Medical uses include:
 
  • Surgical Devices
  • Implant Devices

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