composites
n. plural-onlyn. materials made by mixing two or more different substances together. This creates a new material that is stronger or better than the original parts.
n. materials engineered from two or more constituent substances with significantly different physical or chemical properties. The resulting combination remains separate and distinct within the finished structure while providing enhanced mechanical performance.
Modern airplanes use lightweight composites to save fuel.
The engineering team chose carbon-fiber composites for the racing car's chassis to maximize strength while minimizing weight.
Advanced structural composites have revolutionized the aerospace industry, allowing for the construction of airframes that are more resistant to fatigue and corrosion than traditional aluminum alloys.
Often used in the plural when referring to the category of materials; takes plural verb agreement.