Fibres
LCP fibre
Thermotropic liquid-crystal-polymer fibre is melt-spun from highly oriented rod-like molecules. It combines high tensile performance with low creep, low moisture absorption, dimensional stability and useful vibration damping.
In simple terms
Thermotropic liquid-crystal-polymer fibre is melt-spun from highly oriented rod-like molecules. It combines high tensile performance with low creep, low moisture absorption, dimensional stability and useful vibration damping.
Cables, ropes, sails, flexible structures, electrical insulation, aerospace fabrics and impact-resistant hybrid composites.
Properties are strongly directional; adhesion and surface treatment need validation, and grade-specific temperature and ultraviolet limits still apply.
Mars-landing airbag heritage, tension members, marine ropes, protective textiles, sporting goods, antenna-compatible structures and composite reinforcement.
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