Composite materials

Question 1

What is a composite material?

Answer 1

It is a material which is designed to function in ways which ordinary materials cannot.

Question 2

What are some advantages of composite materials?

Answer 2

-Made to a desired strength
-Able to withstand higher temp
-Easy to machine\work with
-Cheaper

Question 3

What are some disadvantages of composite materials?

Answer 3

-Most are not environmentally friendly
-Low recyclability
-Some elements fail before the rest
-Low reusability

Question 4

What are some examples of composite materials?

Answer 4

-Bullet proof vest
-Fibreglass
-Dentures
-Plywood
-Aircraft