APPLICATION OF CYANATE ESTER MATERIALS (review) Part 1. Aviation and space structures

The review concerns the major application of materials based on cyanate ester resins in various branches of technology, indicating examples of implementation in modern devices. This article being the first part of the review highlights the cyanate esters implementation in the development of materials for aviation and space technology. The paper presents the most significant properties of polycyanurates in relation to their application. Information about the development of new cyanate ester resin-based composite materials for aircrafts and space shuttles is provided.