Composite Materials—Introduction
Composite materials consist of reinforcements embedded in a bulk medium called the matrix
Classification:
- Based on the matrix material: polymer-, metal-, or ceramic-matrix composites
- Based on reinforcements morphlogies: unidirectional fibers, particulates, fabrics, …
Principal Advantages
- Superior property-to-weight ratio
- Tailorability to meet a wide range of property and performance requirements
Find use in a variety of applications including the aerospace, automotive, and electronic packaging industries