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Major polymers used as a matrix for composites.
| Polymers | |
|---|---|
| Thermoplastics | Thermosets |
| Polylactic acid (PLA) | Epoxy |
| Poly butylene succinate (PBS) | Phenolic |
| Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) | Polyester |
| Polyamide (PA) | Polyurethane (PU) |
| Polyethylene (PE) | Vinyl ester |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | Silicone |
| Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) | Melamine |
| Polystyrene (PS) | - |
| Polypropylene (PP) | - |
| Polyurethane (PU) | - |
