Abstract
The chapter discusses the use of one type of thermoset polymer, polyester, and its use as a matrix material in fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites. It begins with an overview of FRP composites, before explaining why polyester is a particularly suitable material for this application, through discussion of its key properties and structures and the manufacturing processes involved. Composites can offer improved mechanical properties compared with pure polymers at no extra cost, meaning that they are widely used in a variety of applications, including in the transport industry (manufacturing passenger cars and other vehicles), marine and shipping uses, and as structural materials. Some examples of these applications, particularly in civil engineering, are provided in this chapter, along with discussion of potential future trends in the field.
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