glass fibre
Woven molten sand
Glass fibre is thin strands of glass spun into flexible threads, used for insulation, reinforcement, and optical transmission.
As insulation, glass fibre traps air to resist heat flow: The attic was lined with glass fibre.
Combined with resin, it forms fibreglass—a lightweight composite for boat hulls, car bodies, and sporting equipment.
Glass fibre cables carry data as light pulses.
Also spelled glass fiber.
- fiberglassReinforced woven strand composite
- resinViscous plant secretion
- insulationThermal transfer prevention
- compositeMade of distinct parts
- mattingWoven protective surface
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