Materials for Fiber-Reinforced Composite Printing

Type of course:

Digital learning, Lesson

Language:

Duration:

15 minutes

Workload:

2 hours

Proficiency:

Intermediate

Target:

Professionals, Students

This nugget discusses the importance of fiber reinforcement and matrix materials in the additive manufacturing of fiber-reinforced composites, emphasizing their compatibility for a sound composite part.

Learning outcomes

The learner is able to differentiate between the types of reinforcing fibers used in additive manufacturing (e.g., carbon fibers)
The learner is able to relate the various matrix materials (e.g., thermoplastics)
The learner is able to understand the compatibility of fibers and the matrix materials.