Polymer matrix composites rank as one of the most well-known manufacturing materials. Their popularity is largely brought about by their insanely low cost and easy-peasy fabrication methods—characteristics that are every manufacturer’s dream. Open Mold Fabrication: What Is It? Now, polymer matrix composites don’t just appear out of thin air and lay themselves magically on every [...]
Fiberglass As the modern age developed, so did man’s understanding of the world we lived in and the materials that were available to us. Humans have always interacted with their environment to their advantage. From first inventing the wheel to assist with transporting goods and people, now we build rockets that transport people and goods [...]
If you’ve been meaning to step up your windsurfing game this 2017, well, you’re in luck. Recent technological advancements have led to the production of some of the best, shiniest toys there are, as of this writing. Nowadays, successful discoveries and implementations in one field often branch out to another. Take carbon fiber, for example. [...]
Since its inception, the yacht has been equated with elegance and luxury—a timeless voyager of the seas. When it comes to exploring the world’s oceans, man has never rested on his laurels for optimal ways to make this adventure exciting and comfortable. Thus, even though yachts bobbing along in open waters have become a common [...]
Humans have been using materials for thousands of years, and ever since then, they’ve been constantly seeking ways to improve their resources. The world has witnessed the coming and going of various periods: the Stone Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Age. These speak volumes of the inherent traits in humans to come up with better [...]