Tailored Fiber Placement (TFP)
Precise fiber placement for high-tech composites
Tailored Fiber Placement (TFP) is an innovative process for the targeted deposition of continuous fibers along defined load paths. At BIONTEC, we combine Tailored Fiber Placement with precise embroidery techniques and bionic principles. This allows us to develop load-path-optimized, reproducible composite structures for the highest demands in mechanical engineering, medical technology, metrology, and aerospace.
Tailored Fiber Placement (TFP) is a computer-controlled, precise placement of reinforcing fibers on a substrate material. The fibers are precisely positioned and fixed along defined paths, typically load paths. This load-path-optimized fiber placement allows material to be strategically placed where forces occur and mechanical loads exist. Unlike conventional methods such as prepreg lamination or tape laying, Tailored Fiber Placement allows for curved, branched, and locally densified fiber paths. This results in a material-efficient structure with optimal force transmission.
Suitable Fiber Types for Tailored Fiber Placement
The TFP production process allows the use of various continuous fibers. At BIONTEC, material selection is project-specific, based on mechanical requirements, environmental conditions, economic aspects, and individual customer needs.
Bionic Fiber Placement at BIONTEC
BIONTEC specializes in Bionic Fiber Placement, an advancement of TFP. Biological models serve as the basis for the fiber architecture. For millions of years, nature has demonstrated how structures can achieve maximum load-bearing capacity with minimal material use. We apply these principles to technical components. The combination of bionics, simulation, and Tailored Fiber Placement enables component solutions that are convincing both technically and economically.
Structural Analysis
Determination of load paths and force distributions through FEM analysis
Bionic Optimization
Applying natural structural principles to technical requirements
TFP Implementation
Precise fiber placement through automated embroidery processes
BIONTEC specializes in the combination of TFP and embroidery technology. Our manufacturing enables highly precise, load-path-optimized, and reproducible composite structures for demanding applications in mechanical engineering, medical technology, metrology, and aerospace.
