ELI5 Carbon Fiber - how does it differ from fiberglass and kevlar and what makes it so strong?
Why is carbon fiber often used as a stick to hit objects in sporting goods? What's the difference between fiberglass, kevlar, and carbon fiber? What makes CFRP so strong?
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