A continuous and aligned fiber-reinforced composite is to be produced consisting of 30% vol aramid fibers and 70% vol of a polycarbonate matrix. Mechanical characteristics from the test are given below. The composite is characterized by mechanical testing in both longitudinal and transverse loading. Calculate the elastic modulus of each component. Modulus of Elasticity (GPa) Aramid fibers 121.68 Polycarbonate 3.42

A continuous and aligned fiber-reinforced composite is to be produced consisting of 30% vol aramid fibers and 70% vol of a polycarbonate matrix. Mechanical characteristics from the test are given below. The composite is characterized by mechanical testing in both longitudinal and transverse loading. Calculate the elastic modulus of each component. Modulus of Elasticity (GPa) Aramid fibers 121.68 Polycarbonate 3.42

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