Please provide answer to question 9.2 page 231 of Manufacturing Engineering and Technologhy, Seventh Edition. Solution In a composite there are two constituent materials. They are matrix and the reinforcement fibres. Reinforcements fibres are embedded in the matrix. Fibres are generally of very high strength and stiffness. Matirx transfer the load between the fibres. During tension fibres handle most of the load but during compression matrix plays a major role in supporting the fibre..