Carbon Fiber Laminate With Reflective Layers for Void Show-Through
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing information handling systems face challenges in maintaining a desirable cosmetic appearance due to light reflection on voids between fabric strands, leading to a 'dirty' appearance.
Innovation Solution
A composite carbon fiber laminate is designed with reflective layers positioned between carbon fiber woven fabric layers to reflect light at the voids, enhancing the cosmetic appearance and maintaining color vibrancy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If carbon fiber woven fabric layers are used for cosmetic covering, then structural strength and aesthetic appearance are improved, but light reflection on voids between fabric strands causes a 'dirty' appearance
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies this principle by using reflective layers to convert the harmful light reflection on voids into a beneficial cosmetic effect. The reflective layers, positioned between the carbon fiber fabric layers and the core, reflect light that would otherwise create a dirty appearance, thereby improving the overall cosmetic appearance while maintaining the structural integrity of the carbon fiber layers.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces reflective layers as intermediary elements between the carbon fiber woven fabric layers and the core fabric layer. These intermediary reflective layers specifically address the light reflection issue at the voids without compromising the structural function of the carbon fiber layers, effectively mediating between aesthetic requirements and structural requirements.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If multiple fabric layers are stacked to improve cosmetic appearance, then visual appeal is enhanced, but the complexity of the laminate structure increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the laminate into distinct functional layers: carbon fiber woven fabric layers for structural strength, reflective layers for light management and cosmetic appearance, and a core fabric layer for additional structural support. This segmentation allows each layer to perform its specific function optimally while maintaining overall system manageability through clear functional differentiation.
Solution Approach 2:
The carbon fiber woven fabric layers serve multiple functions simultaneously: they provide structural strength and stiffness, contribute to the cosmetic appearance through their woven pattern, and work in conjunction with the reflective layers to manage light reflection. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional separate components, thereby managing complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The laminate effectively mitigates the 'dirty' cosmetic appearance by reflecting incident light, improving the visual appeal of the information handling system's exterior.
Implementation Method 1
a first reflective layer positioned between the first carbon fiber woven fabric layer and the core fabric layer, wherein the first reflective layer reflects light that is incident upon the first carbon fiber woven fabric layer at the one or more first voids
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AI summary
A composite carbon fiber laminate, including a first carbon fiber woven fabric layer, including one or more first voids defined between fabric strands of the first carbon fiber woven fabric layer; a second carbon fiber woven fabric layer, including one or more second voids defined between fabric strands of the second carbon fiber woven fabric layer; a core fabric layer; a first reflective layer positioned between the first carbon fiber woven fabric layer and the core fabric layer; and a second reflective fabric layer positioned between the second carbon fiber woven fabric layer and the core fabric layer, wherein the first reflective layer reflects light that is incident upon the first carbon fiber woven fabric layer at the one or more first voids.