= = A polymer matrix composite was fabricated from polycarbonate and glass fibre. Due to improper fabrication technique, the composite was found to contain 55 volume percent of polycarbonate (p = 1.2 kg/m3, E = 3 GPa), 35 volume percent of glass fibre (p = 2.58 kg/m3, E = 22 GPa) and 10 volume percent of voids. i. Determine the maximum elastic strain in the composite if the load applied is 7.5 KN with the area of 50cm2. ii. Discuss the difference of elasti moduli for the composite if transverse and longitudinal loading is applied. iii. Propose any assumption made and discuss any technique to reduce the volume of pores