CANZ Glossary of Terms

Originally formulated for use in electric circuitry, e-glass is the most common glass formulation used in fibreglass reinforcements.

Geometric feature characterised as line formed where two panels on different planes come together. When angle between two panels is between zero and 180 degrees, edge is inside. When angle is between 180 and 360 degrees, edge is outside.

Capacity of materials to recover original size and shape after deformation.

Material that substantially recovers original shape and size at room temperature after removal of deforming force.

Standard measure for the amount a sample can stretch as percentage of original length before it fails or breaks.

Completely surrounding an object with resin or a fibre resin composite.

A polymer resin characterised by epoxide molecule groups.

Internally developed heat accompanying a chemical reaction, such as might be created when a thermoset resin is cross linking.

Low cost materials used to dilute or extend higher-cost resins without excessive reduction in properties.