GCSE (Years 10–11) · Design & technology
Smart, modern and composite materials
Pupils learn about smart, modern and composite materials, covering properties and uses of thermoplastics, thermosets, advanced fibres, graphene and shape‑memory alloys, plus how material selection and manufacturing influence performance and sustainability. They consider recyclability and application in contemporary products.
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