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Carbon fiber reclamation: Going commercial
2/4/2010 Composites Technology
As the first commercial-scale carbon fiber recycling operations go online, research continues into both recycling alternatives and applications for recyclate.
DDG-1000 Zumwalt: Stealth warship
1/18/2010 Composites Technology
U.S. Navy navigates radar transparency, cost and weight challenges with composite superstructure design.
ECO Elise concept: Lean, speedy and green
7/24/2009 Composites Technology
Focus on use of sustainable materials and cleaner manufacturing processes promises future Lotus customers “almost-guilt-free” performance.
Corvette's carbon hood creates shock and awe
7/20/2009 Composites Technology
North America’s first mass-produced, all-CFRP hood raises the bar for production sports cars.
Researchers nano-enhance natural fiber
7/13/2009 Composites Technology
Mississippi State University uses nanoparticle impregnation to improve the performance of kenaf fiber in composites.

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The structural properties of composite materials are derived primarily from the fiber reinforcement. In a composite, the fiber contributes high tensile strength, enhancing properites in the final part, such as stregnth and stiffness while minimizing weight.

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