Claims
- 1. A metal matrix composite (MMC) monotape comprising:
- a) closely spaced monofilaments in side-by-side array,
- b) a primary coating of a substantially uniform and uninterrupted distribution of metal particles in a resin binder, which primary coating is around each of said monofilaments to define primary coated monofilaments and
- c) a secondary coating of a resin binder around said primary coated monofilaments which binds them together, wherein the secondary coating does not resolvate the primary coating.
- 2. The monotape of claim 1 wherein said filament is of material selected from the group consisting of Carbon, Boron, Tungsten and SiC.
- 3. The monotape of claim 1 wherein said metal particles are selected from the group consisting of Aluminum, Copper, Beryllium and Titanium.
- 4. The monofilament of claim 1 wherein said secondary coating comprises PVA.
- 5. The monotape of claim 1 being positioned between at least a pair of other monotapes and adhered thereto to form an MMC part.
STATEMENT OF GOVERNMENT INTEREST
The invention described herein may be manufactured and used by or for the Government for governmental purposes without the payment of any royalty thereon.
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