Core Viewpoint - Ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) exhibit excellent high-temperature performance and have broad applications in aerospace, nuclear power, and automotive industries, with significant market potential. China leads in brake and thermal protection for aircraft but lags in aerospace engine applications [2]. Group 1: CMC Characteristics and Applications - CMCs are defined as composites formed by introducing reinforcement materials into a ceramic matrix, resulting in superior properties such as high-temperature resistance, low density, high specific strength, and oxidation resistance [3][17]. - SiCf/SiC composites are highlighted as ideal materials for the hot sections of aerospace engines, already in mass production for static components, with ongoing exploration for rotating parts [4][29]. - In the nuclear sector, SiCf/SiC composites are considered ideal candidates for reactor core components due to their high melting point, thermal conductivity, and neutron irradiation stability [41]. - Cf/SiC composites are widely used in aerospace for thermal protection and satellite mirrors, effectively addressing the thermal protection and weight reduction needs of hypersonic vehicles [45][46]. - CMCs are emerging as the preferred choice for high-performance brake materials, already in mass production for automotive and aviation applications [52][53]. Group 2: Market Growth and Trends - The global CMC market was valued at $11.9 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.5%, reaching $21.6 billion by 2028, with the highest market share in defense and aerospace sectors [5]. - The demand for CMCs in China's aerospace engine industry is expected to reach a turning point by 2024, driven by technological advancements and cost reductions [12][11]. Group 3: CMC Production and Industry Landscape - The production of CMC components involves complex processes with high barriers to entry, including fiber preparation, preform weaving, interface layer preparation, matrix densification, and machining [6][7]. - GE has established a vertically integrated CMC supply chain, producing significant quantities of CMC materials and components, with a tenfold increase in production expected over the next decade [8][37]. - China's CMC industry has developed a relatively complete supply chain, with advancements in silicon carbide fiber production and CMC applications, although challenges remain in scaling up production and improving product stability [10][11].