Why Composite Materials — Lesson 1

Composite materials are being used across many industries. They fall under the hybrid category of materials and are composed of two or more constituent materials. In this video, we will help you understand the benefits offered by composite materials, like the ability to orient stiffness and strength properties, weight reduction, and the potential elimination of corrosion. We will then investigate the cost factor associated with composite materials. This will help you understand why composite structures are often costly when compared to other materials. Finally, we'll explore some of the challenges involved in working with composite materials, such as delamination, curing, and recycling, which can make their use more complex and expensive.

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Video Highlights

02:12 — Types of materials
02:30 — What are composite materials?
02:44 — What are layered composites?
03:08 — Benefits of composite materials
05:33 — Cost factor associated with composite materials
07:01 — Challenges associated with composite materials