Composite
a mixture of 2 or more materials
used to produce materials with a mix of superior qualities - stronger, lighter, more resistant
carbon fiber
fiberglass
kevlar
GRP - Glass Reinforced Plate
glass fibers come in a roll/weave
polyester resin is added onto a mould
used in canoes & vehicle bodies
good strength to weight ratio
CFRP - Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic
reinforced concrete
layers of carbon weave mixed with resin
very high strength to weight ratio
used for sports equipment/luxury cars
expensive
fabric - can be worn
polymer fabric combined with resin
very strong & light (5x stronger than steel)
used for body armor
mixture of steel bar and concrete
concrete has low tensile strength but steel bar has high