There are several ways to classify composite materials, one of which is to categorize them based on constituent type, namely matrix and reinforcement. Based on the type of matrix material, composite materials can be classified into the following categories: Polymer matrix composites (PMC) Metal matr...
In one of Raj’s contributions to the COMSOL Conference, he presentshow one can detect damage in composites through measuring electrical conductivity. In acarbon fiber reinforced polymer(CFRP), damage can be done on the micro-scale, through delamination and the breaking of the fibers themselves. ...
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causing the polymer chains to cross-link and form a rigid material. This chemical reaction can be due to heat, light, or the addition of a chemical catalyst.Bakelite, one of the first thermosets, is often credited as kicking off thepolymer industry. Bakelite is a very hard material that ...