Fibre-Fixed: Composites in Design

Fibre-Fixed. Composites in Design is a book that explores the potential of combining fibers with other materials, such as plastics, to create lightweight, energy-efficient products with a great freedom of shape and design. It highlights the results achieved in the past five years and looks ahead to future breakthroughs in various sectors.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 192 pages
\n Publication date: 30 January 2019
\n Publisher: Stichting Kunstboek BVBA
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Fibre-Fixed. Composites in Design delves into the remarkable possibilities that arise when meticulously selected fibres, often accompanied by (bio) plastics, are meticulously combined to form fibre reinforced composite materials. These fibres exhibit a wide range of characteristics, encompassing carbon, glass, synthetic fibres, and natural fibres such as flax, hemp, jute, ramie, and silk. The remarkable strength and stiffness of these fibres, when paired with the lightweight nature of plastics, ignites a spark of creativity among designers, enabling them to conceive and develop lightweight, energy-efficient products. Simultaneously, the composite materials offer an unparalleled level of design freedom, allowing for innovative and unconventional shapes and designs.

Recognizing the pressing social and ecological challenges facing our society today, designing and utilizing composite materials emerges as a promising solution. This book, meticulously edited by Lut Pil and Ignaas Verpoest, takes a focused look at the remarkable achievements attained in the past five years while also casting an eye toward the exciting breakthroughs that lie ahead in the years to come. The projects showcased within its pages are diverse and originate from various sectors, including mobility, sports, medical applications, energy supply, infrastructure, architecture, and everyday products.

Written in both English and Dutch, Fibre-Fixed. Composites in Design serves as a valuable resource for professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts alike, providing a comprehensive exploration of the field and its potential applications. By unlocking the full potential of fibre-fixed composites, we can envision a future where innovation, sustainability, and design converge, shaping a brighter and more sustainable world.

\n Weight: 610g\n
Dimension: 309 x 174 x 18 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9789058566119\n \n