One of the emerging trends is the use of fiber-reinforced polymer composites (FRPCs) as alternative materials for various ...

Polymer matrix composites (PMCs) are made by reinforcing a polymer-based matrix with glass, carbon, or aramid fibers. PMCs are classified into thermosetting and thermoplastic resins based on the type ...

"These material-based structural batteries can serve as internal components in cars, drones, airplanes, and robots." ...

The Advanced Polymers and Composites Lab is an academic teaching space for the department of Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology's plastics and composites courses, as well as a ...

Strengthening Reinforced Concrete Beams Using Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Laminates. ACI Structural J. 96(5), 865-871. Tarek, H.A., Al-Salloum, Y.A. (2001) Ultimate Strength prediction for RC beams ...

University of Southern California researchers have developed a revolutionary process using a waste-gobbling fungus to turn ...

The global carbon fiber market revenue was around US$ 6.1 billion in 2023 and is estimated to reach US$ 16.1 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.4% during the ...

Early detection of defects in a polymer composite part, such as an aircraft wing or the bottom of a yacht, is ensured by ...

"Vitrimax VHM represents a paradigm shift in composite materials," said Philip Taynton, CEO at Mallinda. "We've successfully bridged the gap between performance and sustainability, offering ...