Composites

Composite materials are materials that consist of two or more components. The components are usually firmly bonded together and form a single unit. Composites can be made of metals, plastics, glass, ceramics, or other materials.Composites are commonly used in industry because they have a variety of properties that are useful for many applications. Composites can be lightweight, strong, flexible, heat-resistant, or resistant to chemicals.Some composites, such as carbon-fiber composites, are very lightweight but also very strong. Other composites, like reinforced concrete, are very resistant to fire and heat.Composites are commonly used in the aerospace, automotive, construction, and electronics industries.