Recent developments in composites based on aluminides of titanium and nickel have shown the need for novel methods of production of cost effective methods of manufacture of continuous and discontinuous reinforcement materials. Currently, such materials as SiC provide a source of matrix fiber. In… More

The proposed program will investigate the application of advanced manufacturing processes to the development of low-cost, high performance 3D C/C for small nozzle materials. Through the use of automated weaving, pultruded rods, and accelerated processing,it is anticipated that a minimum cost… More

The proposed program will develop a breathable ablator concept for application to Navy extended flight or maneuverable reentry vehicles. The breathable ablator concept will consist of a high-density, carbon-carbon outer shell over a charring ablator. This material configuration provides a greater… More

Advanced reentry vehicles desire extended time durations in oxidizing environments, at temperatures in the range of 3000¿K. State of the art nosetip materials utilize a high density carbon/carbon (C/C) composite that has a carbide center core. This attribute results in maintenance of the… More

Advanced reentry vehicles desire extended time durations in oxidizing environments, at temperatures in the range of 3000°K. State of the art nosetip materials utilize a high density carbon/carbon (C/C) composite that has a carbide center core. Intermat has produced nosetip billets with a variety… More