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Title: Plastic matrix composites with continuous fiber reinforcement

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:288049

Most plastic resins are not suitable for structural applications. Although many resins are extremely tough, most lack strength, stiffness, and deform under load with time. By mixing strong, stiff, fibrous materials into the plastic matrix, a variety of structural composite materials can be formed. The properties of these composites can be tailored by fiber selection, orientation, and other factors to suit specific applications. The advantages and disadvantages of fiberglass, carbon-graphite, aramid (Kevlar 49), and boron fibers are summarized.

Research Organization:
Army Armament Research and Development Command, Dover, NJ (United States). Armament Engineering Directorate
OSTI ID:
288049
Report Number(s):
AD-A-307849/0/XAB; MIL-HDBK-754(AR); TRN: 62250526
Resource Relation:
Other Information: PBD: 19 Sep 1991
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English