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Composite materials (or composites for short) are engineered materials made from two or more constituent materials with significantly different physical or chemical properties which remain separate and distinct on a macroscopic level within the finished structure.

 

Composites are made up of individual materials referred to as constituent materials. There are two categories of constituent materials: matrix and reinforcement. At least one portion of each type is required. The matrix material surrounds and supports the reinforcement materials by maintaining their relative positions. The reinforcements impart their special mechanical and physical properties to enhance the matrix properties. A synergism produces material properties unavailable from the individual constituent materials, while the wide variety of matrix and strengthening materials allows the designer of the product or structure to choose an optimum combination.

 

Benefits:Composite Materials

  • Resistant to heat and water
  • Fade resistant
  • No expansion or warping due to moisture
  • No need to paint
  • Energy efficient
  • Strong
  • Lightweight

 

Industry Applications:

  • Sporting goods
  • Aircraft
  • Automobile
  • Shipbuilding