Abel Cherouat and Houman Borouchaki

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http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/61667

#### **Abstract**

This paper presents an optimization-based kinematic method for simulation of forming processes of nonwoven-fabric-reinforced composites using geometrical approach. The geometrical approach allows the defining of the 3D ply shapes, 2D flat pattern, and fiber distortions. Some numerical simulations of draping are proposed and compared with the experimental results.

**Keywords:** Woven and nonwoven, Carbon fabric, Draping, Geometrical approach, Fiber distortions
