Both chopped and continuous fibers are used in composite 3D printing for lightweight, strong parts. We took a look at how ...

Effective thermal management is essential to ensuring the performance and lifespan of modern electronics. While polymers are ...

A CFRP, or carbon fiber reinforced polymer, is a composite material that combines the components of carbon fibers and polymers. "The study demonstrates the first successful method to reclaim high ...

Non-destructive evaluation (NDE) of polymer matrix composites studies a range of NDE techniques and using these techniques in a range of application areas. Part one offers an overview of a range of ...

There are many different types of composite materials, but the most common type consists of continuous fibers embedded in a ...

Polymer and plastic composites are plastics which are strengthened with fibers, fillers, particulates, powders and other matrix reinforcements to provide improved strength and/or stiffness. Examples ...

The global polymer foam market was valued at approximately USD 135.56 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a remarkable compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.9% from 2024 to 2032, reaching an ...

Efficient cooling is essential to keep modern electronics running smoothly and to extend their lifespan. One common material ...

Researchers at USC have created a method to recycle carbon fiber reinforced polymers (CFRPs) used in automobiles, preserving ...

Image Credit: Dmitry Markov152/Shuttesrtock.com FRPCs are composed of fibers such as glass, carbon, or natural fibers embedded in a polymer matrix, such as thermoplastics or thermosets. FRPCs provide ...