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What characteristic of polymer matrix composites (PMCs) makes them advantageous in applications?
What characteristic of polymer matrix composites (PMCs) makes them advantageous in applications?
- High electrical conductivity
- High flexibility
- High stiffness and strength along the direction of reinforcements (correct)
- High resistance to heat
Among the curing agents used in the advanced composite industry, which one is typically used with polyurethanes?
Among the curing agents used in the advanced composite industry, which one is typically used with polyurethanes?
- Polyaminoamides
- Anhydrides (correct)
- Isocyanates
- Aliphatic amines
Which type of polymer matrix composite (PMC) allows for reheating and reforming into another shape?
Which type of polymer matrix composite (PMC) allows for reheating and reforming into another shape?
- Phenolic resins
- Amino resins
- Thermosets (correct)
- Polyurethanes
Which compound is commonly used as a curing agent in the advanced composite industry?
Which compound is commonly used as a curing agent in the advanced composite industry?
What is one of the main functions of curing agents in advanced composite systems?
What is one of the main functions of curing agents in advanced composite systems?
What is the primary role of the matrix in Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs)?
What is the primary role of the matrix in Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs)?
Which resin group in advanced composite processes is formed by reacting the polyol component with an isocyanate compound?
Which resin group in advanced composite processes is formed by reacting the polyol component with an isocyanate compound?
Which type of fibers are commonly used in Fiber-reinforced PMCs due to their cost efficiency?
Which type of fibers are commonly used in Fiber-reinforced PMCs due to their cost efficiency?
What distinguishes thermoplastics from thermosets in the context of polymer matrix composites (PMCs)?
What distinguishes thermoplastics from thermosets in the context of polymer matrix composites (PMCs)?
What term is used to refer to epoxy resins due to their chemical structure?
What term is used to refer to epoxy resins due to their chemical structure?
