As opposed to conventional metal alloys, metal matrix composites (MMCs) possess inimitable physical, thermal, electrical, chemical, and mechanical properties that make them most suitable in today’s ...

Polymer matrix composites (PMCs) are made by reinforcing a polymer-based matrix with glass, carbon, or aramid fibers. PMCs are classified into thermosetting and thermoplastic resins based on the type ...

Aluminium matrix composites (AMCs) represent a pivotal advancement in materials engineering, wherein a lightweight aluminium alloy is combined with reinforcing phases to enhance mechanical properties ...

Figure 1. (click to enlarge) Available in tape or rod form, carbon-fiber composites are increasingly being used in place of metals for implants. The basic mechanical principles behind implants used ...

This system will be used to design and create multi-functional Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) coatings, with applications in a wide range of industries including marine, mining, defence and more. MMC ...

Scientists investigating ways to improve electric vehicle adoption have developed a conductive material that outperforms copper alone. The new composite holds resonance for electric vehicle traction ...

TISICS’s innovative metal composites will reduce carbon emissions by 9 million tonnes annually and save airlines £650k in fuel costs per year per aircraft. TISICS, a leading metal composites company, ...

As aerospace continues its pursuit of higher performance, lower weight, and improved lifecycle efficiency, metal-to composite component conversion is a key enabler of innovation. Whether in commercial ...

CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Materion Corporation (NYSE: MTRN), a global leader in advanced materials solutions, will supply its SupremEX ® metal matrix composite for components on the U.S. Army Future ...

As automakers seek to reduce the curb weight of conventional and electric vehicles (EVs), metal chassis components have become a significant target for conversion to composites or hybrid systems.