Polymer Matrix Composites: Design, Production and Applications
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Composites and Nanocomposites".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025
Special Issue Editor
Interests: mechanical processes; production engineering; computer-aided engineering
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In industrial practice, we often encounter specific requirements for the material of a final product. It is often not possible to meet conflicting requirements by using homogeneous materials. Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs) form a characteristic group of materials, where the continuous component of the composite is a polymer, ensuring the stabilization of the fiber position (in various forms). The primary reason for their application is their relatively low weight in relation to sufficient strength and stiffness. PMCs are the major composite material in autobody applications and one of the first composite materials applied in 3D printing. Given the above-mentioned facts, we are organizing a Special Issue focused on original research papers and comprehensive reviews in the field of Polymer Matrix Composites. Manuscripts may cover, but are not limited to, the following application fields: · Polymer matrix composite (with different kinds of reinforcement); · Properties of polymer matrix composites (mechanical/physical/rheological); · Interface between the matrix and reinforcement; · Frequent technologies of production; · Three-dimensional printing technologies; · Industry applications (with a focus on automotive). |
Prof. Dr. Marek Kočiško
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- polymer
- composites
- applications
- 3D printing
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