Impact properties of 2D and 3D woven composites : A review

Energy absorption and high impact damage resistance/tolerance of composites materials have become one of important criteria for textile composite utilizaton in many technical textile industries. Textile composites are known for its strength to weight ratio. Technical application such as protection helmet need a high impact damage resistance/tolerance properties of textile composites. Different weave structure plays a key role in determining the mechanical performance particularly in impact resistance. 3D woven composites shows a prominent results to enhance the impact loading compared to 2D woven composites. This is due to the low delamination resistance of 2D woven composites. This paper will presents review on impact properties of 2D and 3D woven composites.