PART III Properties of matrices and composites 8 Structure of pyrocarbons X.BOURRAT Introduction The various pyrocarbons Cones and regenerative features Carbon layer diameter and growth mechanisms Density and anisotropy of pyrocarbons Conclusions 9 Role of chemistry in advanced carbon-based composites C.VIX-GUTERL AND P.EHRBURGER Introduction:principle of composite materials Surface properties of carbon fibers Surface treatment of carbon fibers Carbon fiber reinforced polymers Carbon-carbon composites Carbon-based composites with other matrices Conclusion 10 Carbon-cement composites D.D.L.CHUNG Introduction Structural behavior Thermal behavior Electrical behavior Radio wave reflectivity Cathodic protection of steel reinforcement in concrete Strain sensing Damage sensing Temperature sensing through the thermistor effect Thermoelectric behavior Corrosion resistance Conclusion ©2003 Taylor&FrancisPART III Properties of matrices and composites 8 Structure of pyrocarbons X. BOURRAT Introduction The various pyrocarbons Cones and regenerative features Carbon layer diameter and growth mechanisms Density and anisotropy of pyrocarbons Conclusions 9 Role of chemistry in advanced carbon-based composites C. VIX-GUTERL AND P. EHRBURGER Introduction: principle of composite materials Surface properties of carbon fibers Surface treatment of carbon fibers Carbon fiber reinforced polymers Carbon–carbon composites Carbon-based composites with other matrices Conclusion 10 Carbon–cement composites D. D. L. CHUNG Introduction Structural behavior Thermal behavior Electrical behavior Radio wave reflectivity Cathodic protection of steel reinforcement in concrete Strain sensing Damage sensing Temperature sensing through the thermistor effect Thermoelectric behavior Corrosion resistance Conclusion © 2003 Taylor & Francis