Marine Textiles and Composites

This chapter summarizes characteristics of some raw materials and fabrics which can be used for marine textiles. Materials used in marine products are generally classified into three groups, namely: reinforcement materials, resin materials, and core materials. Sustainability and ecological aspects are now important issues in the field of material development. Based on the analysis of different information obtained, composite materials would be a trend for developing sustainable marine textiles. Owing to the formability of the composite materials, one can design them for suiting different purposes, according to their end use. For the purpose of protecting humans against injuries from marine environment and disasters, materials for marine applications are finished with advanced technologies and evaluated against strict standards. The use of reinforcement materials enables the building of bigger, lighter, and stronger ships, making it safer for people to work at sea.