What is Advanced Composites?
(ADCOM) The term “Composite” is used to loosely describe the amalgamation or fusing of two or more materials or elements. One of the earliest forms of composite was wood and resin (or glue), which combined to make simple structures, furniture, etc. Fiberglass construction, another form of composite, (fiberglass and resin) developed from this and has become a mainstay in boat construction for over 35 years. Although fiberglass materials and methods have improved, the basic principles remain. “A Fiberglass boat is not Advanced Composite construction.” Advanced Composites (advanced (v) highly developed, superior, etc) are a more sophisticated, higher form of composite construction using highly developed resins, alternate fibers, fiber blends, fabric weaves, automated compacting and curing systems and high temperature molds to dramatically increased the strength and performance of the composite while reduced weight. Unlike fiberglass boat construction, which could be carried out in a garag
