prepreg
/ˈpriːprɛɡ/
noun
- A material, such as fiberglass or carbon fiber, that has been pre-impregnated with a resin and is ready to be molded and cured into a hard, lightweight composite part.
- She cut the prepreg into precise shapes before placing it in the mold.
- The aerospace company uses prepreg to build strong yet lightweight airplane wings.
- Modern bicycle frames are often made from carbon fiber prepreg for better performance.