Composite Materials Flashcards
Composite Material
a combination of two or more different materials, resulting in a material with enhanced properties
Fibre-reinforced composites
CFRP
GRP (fiberglass)
Fibre Cement
Particle-based composites
Tungsten Carbide
Concrete
Reinforced Concrete
Sheet-based composites
Aluminum Composite Board
Engineered Wood
GRP(fiberglass)
glass fibres mixed with polyester resin
Lightweight, corrosion resistant, tough
Boat hulls
CFRP
carbon fibres mixed with polyester resin
Lightweight, corrosion resistant, tough
Bike frames
Fibre Cement
Cement powder, sand, aggregate particles and polymer mixed with water
Tough, hard, lighter than reinforced concrete
pathways
Cermets
Made up of metal particle and ceramics
Hard, tough, corrosion
resistant.
Cutting tools such as drill bits
Concrete
Cement powder, sand and aggregate particles mixed with water
High compressive strength, low tensile strength, easy to mould.
Pathways
Reinforced Concrete
Cement powder, sand, aggregate particles and low carbon steel rods(rebarb) mixed with water
High compressive strength, High tensile strength, fire resistant
bridges
Aluminium Composite Board
Aluminium sheets with a polyethylene core
Lightweight, tough, vibration dampening
Soundproofing panels in cars
Engineered Wood
made of timber laminates and adhesive
Good aesthetics, fire resistant, corrosion proof
Beams
layup process
Create a mould
Apply mould release with a cloth
Apply an even layer of gel coat resin with a brush
Apply several layers of GRP fabric soaked in resin
Allow to cure
