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Item Open Access Extending the performance of net shape molded fiber reinforced polymer composite valves for use in internal combustion engines(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2007) Buckley, Richard Theodore, author; Stanglmaier, Rudolf, advisor; Radford, Donald, advisorFiber Reinforced Composite (FRC) materials offer the possibility of reduced mass and increased structural performance over conventional metals. When used in reciprocating components of internal combustion engines, this may enable increased power and mechanical efficiency. Previously published work on FRC engine valves has both shown structural and thermal limitations.