Composite Materials

Composite materials are engineered substances made from two or more distinct components, combining their individual strengths to achieve superior performance. Typically, one part provides structural strength, like fibers or particles, and the other contributes to toughness or flexibility, such as a resin. This combination results in materials that are lighter, stronger, and more resistant to damage than traditional materials alone. Examples include fiberglass in boats and carbon fiber in sports equipment. In materials chemistry, the focus is on optimizing the properties and interactions between the components to enhance their overall effectiveness for specific applications.