CC BY 4.0Kilian, SaschaSaschaKilianHenning, FrankFrankHenning2025-07-092025-07-092022-11https://doi.org/10.24406/publica-4860https://publica.fraunhofer.de/handle/publica/48929310.24406/publica-4860Mono-materials composites or self-reinforced polymers (SRP) in which the reinforcing material and matrix are based on the same polymer show great potential to serve as an alternative to conventional fibre-reinforced composites in a more sustainable economy. However, their mechanical performance shows some shortcomings, which need to be considered when designing parts. This paper represents an overview of the current state-of-the-art and latest developments in self-reinforced polymers.enconference paper