composites Flashcards
1
Q
cfrp
A
lightweight
corrosion resistant
compressive strength
sports equipment
2
Q
grp
A
tough
low thermal expansion
good compressive strength
best hulls
kayaks
3
Q
tungsten carbide
A
corrosion resistant
resistant to high temps
kitchen knives
4
Q
aluminium composite boards
A
lightweight
rigid
tough
malleable
sound proofing panels
5
Q
concrete
A
high compressions strength
low tensile strength
easy to mould
pathways
6
Q
reinforced concrete
A
consistency across structure
fire resistant
buildings
7
Q
fibre cement
A
hard
tough
good at low temps
suspended floors
8
Q
engineered wood
A
good aesthetics
corrosion proof
fire resistant
beams
bridges
