Properties and Types of Composite Materials

Composite Materials: Properties and Applications

1. Composition and Resistance

Key components: Glass, calcium, paste, alumina, silicon carbide, boron carbide.

These ceramics exhibit superior mechanical resistance compared to other ceramic materials. Their low thermal expansion coefficients provide excellent resistance to thermal shock and impact.

2. Early Compounds and Applications

Question: What were the first compounds? What were they used for?

Answer: The initial compounds were combined with fiberglass,

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Understanding Plastic Materials and Their Properties

Plastic Materials

Materials: These are materials made of polymers consisting of long chains of molecules containing carbon.

  • Natural: Obtained directly from plant materials (pulp) or animals (casein).
  • Synthetic or Artificial: Elaborated from compounds derived from petroleum, natural gas, or coal.

Polymerization

Consists of joining small molecules together to form large ones.

Thermoplastic Materials

Compounds obtained from petroleum products. Chains are weakly bound together, soften when heated, and can

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