COMPOSITES
High-performance composite materials (composites) offer the advantage of combining different material properties in order to achieve improved properties and synergy effects. In order to be able to use these advantages optimally, it is necessary to design and construct the component accordingly in advance.
CHARACTERISTICS
HIGH STRENGTH
FRP have a high strength in relation to their weight.
LOW DENSITY
By combining different materials, the density can be reduced to below 40 kg/m³.
ADJUSTABLE STIFFNESS
The stiffness of FRP can be adjusted from elastic to ultra-stiff.
GOOD VIBRATION DAMPING
FRP have good damping properties, which means they can absorb vibrations and oscillations.
LOW FATIGUE
When FRP is subjected to dynamic stress, lower stresses are generated due to the low density, which leads to less material fatigue.
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
FRPs with an epoxy resin matrix are highly resistant to acids and alkalis.
X-RAY TRANSPARENCY
CFRP have good radiation transparency and allow use in medical environments with the highest requirements.
ADJUSTABLE THERMAL EXPANSION
The carbon fiber alone has a negative thermal expansion. In combination with the matrix, the thermal expansion can be set to zero.
CONTROLLABLE ELECTRICAL CONDUCTIVITY
FRP have an adjustable electrical conductivity. From insulating to conductive. For example, they can be used as heating elements, as in heatable tools.