ME490-Outlines of

Mechanical Engineering
Course
Pecha Kucha Presentation

COMPOSITE
MATERIALS
HATİCE KUŞ
200410077
Instructor
Prof Dr. Mehmet ÇEVİK
 What is Composites?
• A composite material Advantages
can be defined as a Ability to adapt to various situations
Serve specific purposes and exhibit
combination of two or desired properties
more materials having High strength and stiffness Low
density due to high porosity
different physical or
chemical properties
Disadvantages
that results in better More brittle than wrought metals so
more easily damaged
properties than those of Hot curing is necessary in many cases
the individual Requiring special
equipment High cost and
components. production complexity.
Types of composite materials
• Thermosets have qualities such • Metal matrix composites are High
as a well-bonded three strength, fracture toughness and
dimensional molecular stiffness are offered by metal matrices
structure after curing. They than those offered by their polymer
decompose instead of melting counterparts.
on hardening. • Steel, Aluminum, Titanium, Copper,
• Thermoplastics have one or two Magnesium and Super alloys can be
dimensional molecular example for MMCs.
structure and extremly high
melting point. Another
advantage is that the process of
softening at elevated
temperatures can reversed to
regain its properties during
cooling.
 • Fibers are the important class of
reinforcements, as they satisfy the
desired conditions and transfer
strength to the matrix constituent
influencing and enhancing their
properties as desired.
• The microstructures of metal and ceramic
composites in which particles of one phase
are dispersed within the other are known as
particle reinforced composites
• They can be described as materials
comprising of layers of materials
bonded together. These may be of
several layers of two or more metal
materials occurring alternately or in a
determined order more than once,
and in as many numbers as required
for a specific purpose.
 Composites Manufacturing
Thanks to advances in composites manufacturing and process
design there are a range of ways to manufacture composites. From
hand lay-up to filament winding, braiding and weaving to 3D
printing, the route to a final composite material which is fit for
purpose is often bespoke. This ensures that the finished product
matches the specifications for the particular project.
However, two very different techniques can produce what may appear to be
the same outcome, which only adds to this already complex process. Below
we unpick some of the most commonly used composite manufacturing
processes, each of which is very different and suited to an array of finished
part sizes and types.
Composites manufacturing
 Composite Manufacturing Process

Closed Moulding Open Moulding

• PrePeg / Pre- • Hand Lay-Up
impregnated Fibres • Spray-Up
• Resin Transfer Moulding • Filament Winding
(RTM)
• Pultrusion
• Vacuum Infusion
• 3D Printing/ Additive
• Compression Moulding
Manufacturing
• Injection Moulding
•
• Autoclave Curing
• Braiding and Weaving
 Applications of Composite Materials
• Composites are used in a wide
variety of markets include;

Energy storage Aerospace

Infrastructure Architecture

Marine Energy Production

Pipe & Tank Transportation

Automotive Sports & Recreation

Figure 1. The use of composites in the Boeing 787 Dreamliner (Source: ResearchGate)
Figure 3. Both commodity and engineering polymers are playing
an increasing role in automotive lightweight solutions.
 Future Outlook of Composite Materials

With technological advancements, composite materials are

expected to be used more widely and diversely in various
applications. Improvements in production processes and
developments in materials engineering will enable
composite materials to be produced at more competitive
costs, thereby encouraging their entry into a broader range
of applications.

• Integration of Nanotechnology
• Sustainability-Focused Approaches
• Smart Composite Materials
• 3D Printing Technology
• Bio-based Composites
 CONCLUSION
Composite materials have established a significant presence in modern industry and find extensive use across various domains.
Throughout this presentation, we explored what composite materials are, how they are manufactured, their advantages, and
application areas. The advantages of composite materials, such as their lightweight nature, high strength-to-weight ratio, and
versatility in applications across diverse industries, make them a preferred material choice.

However, there are some challenges and limitations in the production and usage of composite materials. These include factors such
as cost, recyclability, and limited understanding of long-term performance. Nonetheless, ongoing research and development efforts
enable overcoming these challenges and pave the way for a more widespread utilization of composite materials.

In summary, composite materials represent a significant material technology with great potential in engineering and industrial
design fields. With further innovation and development, the use of composite materials will increase and extend to a broader range
of applications in the future. This will not only enhance industrial efficiency but also support environmental sustainability efforts.
 REFERENCES
• https://www.addcomposites.com/

• https://SNVeereshKumar/composite-materials-93861702

• http://www.ae.metu.edu.tr/~ae469/Advantages%20and%20Disa
dvantages%20of%20Composite%20Materials_Resin%20Systems.p
df
• https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Composites-manufacturing-
activities_fig1_270891755