| abstract |
A hybrid reinforcing material (18) is disclosed, the material comprising a plurality of reinforcing fibers (12) and a plurality of carbon fibers (14) mixed with the reinforcing fibers (12). The reinforcing fibers (12) are selected from natural fibers, organic fibers and inorganic fibers and together with the carbon fibers (14) form a single hybrid assembled roving. The carbon fiber (14) is post-coated with a compatibilizing agent. The hybrid assembly roving (18) may be formed using a hybrid of glass and carbon fiber. |