A Prediction of Weight Reduction and Performance Improvements Attainable through the use of Fiber Reinforced Composites in I.C. Engines

Authors

• Richard T. Buckley - Department of Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University
• Rudolf H. Stanglmaier - Department of Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University
• Donald W. Radford - Department of Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University
• Bryan Willson - Department of Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University

Topic

• Downsizing
• Technical review
• Combustion and combustion processes
• Composite materials
• Fibers
• Research and development

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