Ceramics and Composite Materials

Structural Composites – Aerospace & Automotive

Structural Composites – Aerospace & Automotive involve materials engineered for high strength-to-weight ratios, stiffness, and durability, essential for transportation and defense industries. These include carbon fiber-reinforced polymers, glass fiber composites, and hybrid materials. They reduce vehicle weight, improve fuel efficiency, and enhance performance under extreme mechanical and thermal loads. Manufacturing processes such as autoclave curing, resin transfer molding, filament winding, and additive manufacturing allow precise control of fiber orientation, matrix composition, and structural geometry. Structural composites are applied in aircraft fuselages, automotive panels, wind turbine blades, and marine structures. Multifunctional properties, including vibration damping, impact resistance, and thermal stability, enhance safety and efficiency. Research focuses on lightweighting, recyclability, and integration of sensors for structural health monitoring. Advanced characterization techniques assess mechanical properties, fatigue life, and environmental durability. Structural composites enable innovative, high-performance solutions, transforming aerospace, automotive, and industrial design while balancing strength, weight, and functional versatility.