Thermoplastic composites (TPC) are already found in many vehicles. This material combines the strength of metal with the lightness of plastic. At a time when climate change and CO2 emissions are ...

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The global wood-plastic composites market size is expected to grow by USD 3.21 billion during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of about 11% during the forecast period. Click & ...

In this paper, we propose a new approach to fabricating laminated film composites with a high modulus, transparency and lightweight as an alternative to glass. The laminated film composite was ...

Explore the future of sustainable composites in architecture, from bio-based and recycled materials to hybrid solutions.

Polymer science advancements are leading to a tenfold increase in plastics use in motion control components within five years. New thermoplastic composites approach metal strength and modulus but with ...

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Part of the Cetim Group (French Technical Centre for Mechanical Industries), a major player supporting the French industry, Cetim Grand Est, through its Engineering and Materials Science and Industry ...

Glass fiber is a lightweight and durable fiber produced from very fine fibers of glass. As compared to carbon fibers, glass fibers exhibit low brittleness and the fibers of glass used for their ...

Most people are aware that plastic waste is a problem. Almost all types of plastics that we use in our everyday lives are derived from fossil sources. When they end up in the environment, they cause ...

Ensuring safe operation of the electric vehicle (EV) battery, both under normal driving conditions and if accidents happen to occur, is an issue of paramount importance for automakers. In this respect ...