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As noted previously, the modulus of a two-phase system is some kind of average of the moduli for the individual components. Thus when a rigid, high-modulus phase such as silica, glass, or steel is incorporated into a lower modulus matrix such as a polymer, the modulus of the composite is increased, in some proportion to the volume fraction of filler added. Other properties may be affected also; for example, toughness, thermal expansion characteristics, and permeability (Sections 12.1.2 and 12.1.3).
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Manson, J.A., Sperling, L.H. (1976). Particle- and Fiber-Reinforced Plastics. In: Polymer Blends and Composites. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-1761-0_12
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