Laminated paper glass camouflage
AssigneeUnited States Government as represented by the Secretary of the Army
InventorsJonathan C. Duke, Jr., Patrick B. Durst, David L. Meeker
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Abstract
Rigid composite laminates of paper and glass layers, suitable for use as camouflage, are provided. This combination of components allows for great versatility in the final design and utility. A strong bond is obtained between paper and a fiberglass layer due to formation of a resin-cellulose matrix which allows interbonding between the paper and fibrous glass. The composite laminates may include other coatings or signature control layers and can be used as simple appliques or construction materials. A method for preparing the composite laminates is also provided wherein the paper is treated to enhance porosity in the formation of the resin-cellulose matrix.
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An applique comprising a composite laminate having a core layer comprised of kraft paper saturated with a mixture of styrene and polyester bonding resin to provide a resin-cellulose matrix, and two encapsulating layers of fiberglass cloth impregnated with polyester bonding resin, wherein the polyester resin within the resin-cellulose matrix and the resin impregnated within the fiberglass cloth provide a translucent bonding surface that bonds the layers of kraft paper and fiberglass cloth together, wherein the kraft paper has a camouflage pattern imprinted thereon.
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