Polymer matrix composites (PMCs) are made by reinforcing a polymer-based matrix with glass, carbon, or aramid fibers. PMCs are classified into thermosetting and thermoplastic resins based on the type ...

Composite materials are engineered by fusing different materials, typically consisting of a matrix (a polymer, metal, or ceramic) and a reinforcement (such as fibers, particles, or flakes) that ...

Researchers at the UW have created a recyclable, flexible and self-healing composite material that could replace traditional circuit boards in future generations of wearable electronics.

The performance of the final product depends heavily on the degree of cure - making it critical to ensure that the reaction goes to completion for the highest quality and reliability. Achieving this ...

The technology is designed to adapt to any type of topography, either flat, with moderate land slopes or steep slopes. Green Magic Homes components are easy and fast assembly. Each component has ...

Adhesive bonding represents a critical joining technology for composite materials, offering a lightweight alternative to traditional mechanical fasteners. Recent advancements have focused on ...

The manufacturing of carbon fiber-based composites uses fossil resources, which a research and technology project is trying to replace with bio-sourced materials. Credit: IRT Jules Verne Wood, a ...

Boeing has announced that it will source carbon fiber pre-impregnated (prepreg) composite material for the Boeing 777X from a new joint venture formed by Mubadala Development Company and Solvay.