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This chapter presents the definitions, classification and properties of composite materials including polymer matrix composites, metal matrix composites, ceramic matrix composites and carbon-carbon composites.
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(2008). Composite Materials. In: Materials Handbook. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84628-669-8_18
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