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Advanced Hybrid Composites for Aerospace Applications
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Description
To develop hybrid carbon fiber polymer matrix composites (PMCs) for enhanced performance in extreme environments.
Benefits
This effort seeks to combines the benefits of thermoplastic (TP) and thermoset (TS) composites with structural additives. The goal is to create more robust, light-weight materials with enhanced thermal and radiation stability, repairability, and a higher damage tolerance
Details
| Technology area | Materials, Structures, Mechanical Systems, and Manufacturing |
| Program | Agency Independent Research and Development (A-IRAD) |
| Lead organization | Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH |
| Start date | 2026-10-01 |
| End date | 2027-09-30 |
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