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Students should be familiar with the following composites: • carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) • glass reinforced plastic (GRP) • tungsten carbide • aluminium composite board • concrete, including reinforced concrete • fibre cement • engineered wood, eg glulam (glued laminated timber). Smart materials.
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Students should be familiar with the following composites: • carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) • glass reinforced plastic (GRP) • tungsten carbide • aluminium composite board • concrete, including reinforced concrete • fibre cement • engineered wood, eg glulam (glued laminated timber). Smart materials
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Which of the following materials is known for its high strength-to-weight ratio and is commonly used in aerospace applications?
Direct answer
Carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) is known for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, making it ideal for aerospace applications.
Key terms
- Smart materials: Materials that can change their properties in response to external stimuli, such as temperature, light, or moisture.
- Reinforced concrete: Concrete that is strengthened by the inclusion of steel reinforcement bars (rebar) to improve its tensile strength.
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Confusing properties of materials: Remember that hardness refers to a material's resistance to deformation, while toughness is its ability to absorb energy and plastically deform without fracturing.
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