About Antonio Carvalho
Antonio Carvalho is a specialist in composite materials with decades of experience in structural applications, industrial processes, and materials science.
Over his career, he has authored six technical books covering the full spectrum of composite materials — from fibreglass and polyester resins to advanced lamination techniques, vacuum moulding, and durability engineering.
This website is his effort to make that knowledge freely accessible to engineers, technicians, and students worldwide.
Areas of Expertise
- •Fibreglass and composite laminates
- •Polyester and gelcoat systems
- •Manual and spray lamination
- •Filament winding
- •Vacuum pressing
- •Osmosis and durability
- •Steel and concrete coatings
- •Repair techniques