Composite materials Flashcards
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Composite material definition
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something that is composed of 2 different materials and has superior properties
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Name 2 composite materials
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glass reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
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What makes carbon fibre reinforced plastic a composite material
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it is made of thermoplastic and carbon fibres, this then makes a high strength to weight ratio and is very rigid, uses - vehicles, sport equipment = running blades
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What makes glass reinforced plastic a composite material
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thermosetting polyester resin reinforced with glass fibre, strong and lightweight, uses - circuit boards, boat hulls
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