The influence of fabric-ties on the performance of woven-in optical fibres has been examined. Several weaving experiments, using a semi-automatic loom, and a weaving simulation were performed. The results were used to develop a model in order to estimate the appropriate fabric-tie. After weaving of glass fibre fabrics with woven-in optical fibres, a composite part was produced with the ‘vacuum resin transfer molding’-process in order to assess the transmission of light in optical fibres. The cross-sections of the cut part were evaluated by microscopy.
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