Features the latest information on the role of fibers, matrices and their interface/interphase in composite performance. The country'sleading researchers in the field have presented 13 comprehensive, peer-reviewed papers covering innovative approaches to interfacial test methods in composite materials development.

Topics explored include:

• Dynamic mechanical evaluation techniques for interfacial properties in high-volume fraction composites

• Fatigue life and damage accumulation of short-fiber reinforced polymer composites

• Alternate approaches for high-performance composite testing

• Fiber matrix adhesion evaluation

• Voltage contrast XPS assessment

• Debonding in fiber pull-out specimens

• An innovative technique for studying interfacial strength and transverse cracking.