ABSTRACT
The results of investigations presented in review characterize modern continuous basalt fibers as a novel type of silicate fibers.
Basalt roving’s have the improved elasticity modulus typical of high modulus and high strength magnesium aluminosilicate S-fibers and strength level close to the wellknown E-fibers, and improved acid and alkali resistance. The mechanical properties of winded epoxy basaltoplastics are much similar to the properties of S-glass fibers reinforced plastics, and are over the same properties of E-glass fibers reinforced plastics. The alkali resistance and heat humidity resistance of epoxy basaltoplastics are much higher than appropriate characteristics of epoxycomposites derived from E-and S-glass fibers which is associated with the specificity of adhesive properties of basalt roving’s.
