Composites

Polymer fibers, such as KevlarTM, formed from polyamides, which contain the benzene ring in the backbone of the polymer.

The length of a fiber divided by its diameter

A laminar composite material produced by joining two strips of metal with different

thermal expansion coefficients, making the material sensitive to temperature changes.

A process in which a liquid filler metal is introduced by capillary action between two solid

materials that are to be joined. Solidification of the brazing alloy provides the bond.

Driving off the non-carbon atoms from a polymer fiber, leaving behind a carbon

fiber of high strength. Also known as pyrolizing.

Particulate composites containing hard ceramic particles bonded with a soft

metallic matrix. The composite combines high hardness and cutting ability, yet still has good shock

resistance.

Method for manufacturing materials by condensing the

material from a vapor onto a solid substrate.

A laminar composite produced when a corrosion-resistant or high-hardness layer is

formed onto a less expensive or higher strength backing

Separation of individual plies of a fiber-reinforced composite

The phase or phases that are distributed throughout a continuous matrix of

the composite