The Use of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer-Matrix Composites in Army Ground Vehicles

Abstract

Polymer-matrix composites have been researched and studied for over 20 years regarding their applications to Army ground vehicles. Although much research has been performed only a few fiber-reinforced polymer-matrix composites are actually in service today. Evolving vehicle requirements however, will necessitate the implementation of these composites. This paper provides information regarding past, present and future applications for fiber-reinforced polymer-matrix composites.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 07, 2005
Accession Number
ADA477758

Entities

People

  • Adria N. Socks

Organizations

  • Tank-automotive and Armaments Command

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Abstracts
  • Composite Materials
  • Fiber Reinforced Polymers
  • Ground Vehicles
  • Information Operations
  • Instructions
  • Polymer Matrix Composites
  • Vehicles

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

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  • Reinforced Composite Materials
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