Silicon carbide’s unique properties, have led to its classification by the Department of Energy as a critical material.  In General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems’ (GA-EMS) engineered composites, silicon carbide fibers provide essential tensile strength. We are committed to onshoring production to ensure a secure, domestic supply for critical civilian and defense needs.

GA-EMS Ceramic Fibers

• SiGA^™-FX: High-purity beta-phase crystalline fiber
• SiGA^™-FN: High-purity beta-phase nuclear-grade fiber
• SiGA^™-FLR: Low-resistivity amorphous fiber

Fiber Innovation Keeps GA-EMS at the Cutting Edge

• Advancing new, low-cost methods for manufacturing silicon carbide (SiC) fiber
• Standing up a dedicated facility for SiC fiber and composite production
• Partnering with the U.S. chemical industry to establish a secure, domestic supply chain
• Delivering nuclear- and aerospace-grade SiC fibers that meet demanding performance specifications for nuclear and aerospace customers
• Combining fiber into prepreg tapes for rapid component fabrication