The matrix binds the fiber reinforcement, transfers loads between fibers, gives the composite component its net shape and determines its surface quality. A composite matrix may be a polymer, ceramic, ...

With increases in electromagnetic pollution and the wide use of commercial products based on electronic devices that function in different wavelength ranges, there is a growing interest in ...

When reviewing the pressure vessel certification tests prescribed by the applicable norms, many of the tests are significantly influenced by the prop­erties and proper processing of the epoxy matrix ...

To make epoxy-graphene nanocomposites, the graphene nanosheets are commonly mixed homogeneously with the epoxy matrix. However, one of the problems that bedevils these nanocomposites is the issue of ...

Therefore, there is a need to optimize the processing parameters for the homogeneous dispersion of clay into epoxies and to study the scope of combining two types of glass fibers in the development of ...

Naturally, the importance of high performance and cost-effectiveness cannot be overstated when designing structural components for aerospace, marine, civil, automotive, and other such industries.

The S-N curve shows the performance of some uniaxial fiber-reinforced composite materials and compares them to a 2024-T3 aluminum alloy. All samples were tested in cyclic tension-tension with (s max - ...