New Technology 0.0 / 5 ? Design & Technology: Resistant MaterialsNew TechnologyGCSEAQA Created by: Mr_MackintoastCreated on: 01-06-17 16:41 What are composites? Composites are used as replacements for metals or plastics. They are made from layers of fibres suspended in a plastic resin 1 of 8 What is GRP for and what does GRP stand for? GRP (Glass reinforced plastics) are used for larger structures such as boat hulls 2 of 8 What are some properties of Carbon Fibres? Carbon Fibres have a very high strength to weight ratio, very expensive, used in F1 cars, golf clubs and tennis rackets 3 of 8 What do smart materials have? Smart materials have properties which can alter in response to an input 4 of 8 What can reactive glass do? Reactive glass can change colour 5 of 8 What do shape memory alloys respond do? Shape Memory Alloys respond do changes in temperature 6 of 8 What are carbon nanotubes? Carbon Nanotubes are microscopic fibres that may be used for their strength and thermal properties 7 of 8 What does photochromic paint react to? Photochromic paint will react to different light conditions 8 of 8
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