composite materials

Question 1

What is a composite material

Answer 1

A composite material is a material made up of different materials to improve their properties

Question 2

what categories of composite are there

Answer 2

• fibre-based composites
• particle-based composites
• sheet-based composites

Question 3

Name a few of the fibre based composites and their uses

Answer 3

Glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) - is used in boats and instrument cases. It is very strong and durable
Carbon-reinforced plastic - is used in formula 1 car bodies and crash helmets

Question 4

Name a few of the particle based composites and their uses

Answer 4

Concrete - used in buildings and street furniture

Cermet - used in electrical components which have to operate under high temperatures

Question 5

Name a few of the sheet based composites and their uses

Answer 5

Medium density fibreboard (mdf) - used in furniture and interior.
Plywood - used in furniture and construction
chipboard - used in furniture panels and construction