Composite Materials Flashcards
1
Q
What is a composite material?
A
A composite material consists of two or more materials with different properties. They are combined to get a material with improved properties.
2
Q
What are the four composite materials?
A
•reinforced concrete
•fibreglass
•carbon fibre reinforced polymer
•chipboard
3
Q
What are the properties of fibre glass and carbon fibre reinforced polymer?
A
•strong
•stiff
•lightweight
4
Q
What are the properties of chipboard?
A
•strong
5
Q
What are the properties of reinforced concrete?
A
•strong
•slightly flexible
