Fibre-reinforced composites are materials made of a combination of strong fibres, such as carbon, glass or aramid, and a plastic or resin matrix, such as epoxy or polyester. The fibres act as reinforcement to increase the strength and stiffness of the material, while the matrix binds the fibres together and helps to transfer loads from one fibre to another. Fibre-reinforced composites are used in a variety of industries, from aerospace to automotive and sporting goods, due to their high strength, low weight and corrosion resistance.