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If there can be no compromise on the excellent performance of a structure or material, it is worth considering composite materials as an alternative to conventional materials. Composites outperform conventional materials in many ways:
- Lightweight
Composite structures are lighter than those made of conventional materials. This results in handling advantages, more effective loads and quicker moving parts.
- Mechanical strength
The good mechanical properties of composite materials, combined with their light weight, enable optimal structural designs.
- Rigidity
Their excellent rigidity enables the construction of large structural components.
- Dimensional stability
Composite structures maintain their dimensions through a wide temperature range, resulting in more accurate assemblies.
- Chemical resistance
Composites tolerate different chemical environments - both acids and alkalis - exceptionally well.
- Corrosion resistance
This property reduces maintenance costs and extends product life.
- Integration of properties
The flexibility that composites bring to design makes it possible to integrate and optimise those particular properties that customers want and require.
- Energy absorption
Their excellent ability to absorb energy makes composites superior for ballistic applications, especially where mobility is important.
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