Property examples of glass fibre reinforced polyamide and BMC

There are numerous studies and some industrialization of fibre reinforced engineering thermoplastic uses in aeronautics, for example  

In all these cases, the cost and weight savings are significant. 

2D reinforced composites have lower performance between the layers of fabrics and other 2D reinforcements. To enhance performances in all directions, numerous 3D reinforcements have been developed. Several concepts are marketed, such as  

8 Carbon fibres compete with glass fibres 

Zoltek anticipates that a price of 12/kg could involve the use of carbon fibres in mass production. This is not unrealistic and the replacement of glass fibres for highly-loaded body components is foreseen. Today, 14/kg appears to be a sustainable prospect and is leading to new developments. 

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Table 7.3 displays property examples of glass fibre reinforced polyamide and BMC. 

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