The composite industry is a diverse and dynamic field that plays a significant role in a wide range of applications such as aerospace, automotive, construction, maritime, sports equipment, and more. Composites are materials composed of two or more separate components, typically serving as a reinforcing material and a matrix material in composite structures. These components are combined to create a composite structure that exhibits superior properties compared to its constituent parts.
Unsaturated polyester resins are a vital component in the composite industry. These products are a type of thermosetting resin that, when combined with reinforcing materials like fiberglass, carbon fiber, or aramid fibers, create composite materials known as Fiber-Reinforced Plastics (FRPs) or Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymers (GFRPs). Unsaturated polyester resins play a crucial role in the composite industry due to their unique properties and versatility. Unsaturated polyester resins, by offering lightweight, strong, and corrosion-resistant materials for a wide range of applications, play a vital role in the composite industry and are expected to further expand their role in various sectors and contribute to growth and innovation in the composite industry with the continued advancement of technology, development of new formulations, and techniques for UPR composites.