Braid Capacity Calculator

This calculator can be used to determine the capacity of a braided composite structure based on the number of strands, strand diameter, and braid angle.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

Capacity = π × (Number of Strands × Strand Diameter)² × sin(Braid Angle)

Where:
π = 3.14159
Number of Strands = Number of individual fibers in the braid
Strand Diameter = Diameter of each individual strand
Braid Angle = Angle between the strand and the axis of the braid

Braid Capacity Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Braid Capacity Calculator and its working principles

How to Use the Calculator

  1. Enter the number of strands in the braid
  2. Input the diameter of each individual strand in millimeters
  3. Specify the braid angle in degrees (typically between 0 and 90 degrees)
  4. Click the "Calculate" button to compute the braid capacity
  5. The result will be displayed in square millimeters (mm²)

Working Principle

The braid capacity is calculated based on the cross-sectional area of the braid. The formula used is:

Capacity = π × (Number of Strands × Strand Diameter)² × sin(Braid Angle)

This formula accounts for the total area occupied by all strands in the braid, considering the braid angle which affects the packing efficiency of the strands.

Practical Applications

This calculator is useful in composite materials engineering, particularly for designing braided composite structures used in aerospace, automotive, and sporting goods industries. By knowing the capacity, engineers can determine the minimum braid required to achieve desired structural properties.

Example

For a braid with 100 strands, each with a diameter of 0.5 mm, and a braid angle of 45 degrees:

Capacity = π × (100 × 0.5)² × sin(45°) ≈ 11781.02 mm²