Srikar Sarma Kona, Navdeep Sharma Dugala | International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices | Vol 11, Issue 02 | pp. 1-11 | ISSN: 2582-435X
Abstract
The creation of complex and specialised materials, such as composite materials, has advanced significantly in the field of aerospace engineering due to technological challenges. Composite materials are currently playing a bigger role in aviation engineering because of its greater strength at a reduced mass, firmness, and corrosion aversion. The study of composite substances used in aviation structures and further advanced composites as building materials are both covered in this paper. They can now be applied in new contexts for potential future purposes, thanks to progressive development. This particular paper explores composite materials in general, via particular emphasis on those employed in the aviation industry. It is presented with particular features of their composition, properties, application by way of advantage, and fabrication. The application of advanced composite materials in the aviation sector has revolutionized aerospace engineering, offering lightweight, high-strength, and corrosion-resistant alternatives to traditional materials. This review explores various composite materials used in aircraft structures, emphasizing their composition, mechanical properties, and advantages over conventional materials. The study also highlights the role of fiber-reinforced composites in enhancing fuel efficiency, structural integrity, and sustainability in modern aviation. Additionally, future trends, including carbon nanotube technology and aerospace recycling, are discussed to showcase the evolving landscape of composite material applications in aerospace engineering.
Keywords
aerospace, Applications in aviation sector, Composites materials, CMCs
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How to cite this article
@article{KonaSS2025,
author = {Srikar Sarma Kona and Navdeep Sharma Dugala},
title = {An Insight into the Advanced Composite Materials Used in the Aviation Sector: A Review},
journal = {International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices},
year = {2025},
volume = {11},
number = {02},
pages = {1--11},
issn = {2582-435X},
url = {https://journalspub.com/publication/ijcmm/article=18432}
}