- Author
- Kourtides, D. A.
- Title
- Combustion Products From Composites.
- Coporate
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA
- Book or Conf
- Naval Air Systems Command. Composites in Fire Workshop. Volume 2. April 2-4, 1985, Monterey, CA, 12-12/14 p., 1985
- Keywords
- composite materials | impact resistance
- Abstract
- A new family of composite matrix resins has been developed. These matrix resins are based on copolymers of bisimides with vinyl stilbazoles. This family of polymers is versatile; microstructural variation can produce new and unique properties. When used as a matrix resin for graphite composites this family of polymers resolves three conflicting requirements: (1) retention of properties at high temperatures; (2) fire resistance; and (3) processability. Improved impact resistance and toughness are possible with proper selection of monomers.