Composites underwater
Abstract
This paper presents a summary of recent studies performed at IFREMER on the use of polymer matrix composites for underwater applications, with emphasis on the degradation in mechanical properties due to wet aging. Parameters used in laboratory aging tests such as temperature, hydrostatic pressure and the medium (sea water or distilled water) are discussed. Results from aging at sea are then presented and compared with laboratory aging results.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Polymer crystallization and properties
Mechanical Behavior of Composites
Material Selection and Properties
Publication details
- Pages
- 19–24
- Publication date
- 8 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter