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 ...

Mathematicians have found that they can design a range of composite materials from moiré patterns created by rotating and stretching one lattice relative to another. Their electrical and other ...

Composite materials are engineered by fusing different materials, typically consisting of a matrix (a polymer, metal, or ceramic) and a reinforcement (such as fibers, particles, or flakes) that ...

Vibration-based characterisation exploits the dynamic response of composite structures to infer their mechanical properties in a non-destructive manner. By measuring resonance and anti-resonance ...

Estimating composite material properties can be computationally expensive and time-consuming. Researchers propose a Reduced Basis Homogenisation Method (RBHM) to enhance homogenisation based on a ...

Compared to metals such as aluminum and steel, the number of stiffness and strength properties associated with polymer matrix composites (PMCs) is extensive. For metals, these mechanical properties ...

Composite materials are made by combining two or more distinct materials, such as a fiber and a matrix, to exploit the best qualities of each. However, predicting the performance of a composite ...

Plastic granulate is an essential raw material for plastic manufacturers and forms the basis for countless products in automotive, packaging and medical industries. When performance matters, thermoset ...

Toray Advanced Composites, a developer and supplier of advanced composite materials, announces expanded NCAMP qualifications ...

Safran Explore, the open innovation programme of Safran Group, returns in 2026 with an edition dedicated to Smart Materials.