RX1-13-18000

Composite Basics, 7th Edition is a technical reference manual for understanding composite materials, structural design and manufacturing methods. It is intended for builders, technicians and engineers working with composite structures, with particular relevance to light-aircraft construction and repair.

The book explains the properties and practical use of glass, carbon and Kevlar fibres, resins, adhesives, foam cores and honeycomb materials. It also covers both solid laminates and sandwich structures through technical explanations and practical examples.

• Manufacturer part number: 0017-ATB-B
• Roctexo part number: RX1-13-18000
• Edition: 7th edition
• Format: Paperback
• Length: 202 pages
• Topics include tooling, moulding methods, vacuum bagging, autoclaves, bonding, structural stress and load testing.

A useful workshop and design reference for personnel seeking a structured introduction to composite materials and fabrication techniques.