Fibre-reinforced plastic

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Fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) (also Fibre-reinforced polymer) is a composite material comprising a polymer matrix reinforced with fibres usually of glass, carbon, or aramid (and in the case of Duroplast even cotton or wool) and is commonly used in aerospace, automotive and marine industries. The term FRP is a more general description of materials like GRP. The polymer is usually an epoxy, vinylester or polyester thermosetting plastic.

See also

• Carbon fiber reinforced plastic