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Materials Science, Composites
Mikhail V. Burkov, Alexander V. Eremin
Summary: This study investigated the effects of adding milled carbon fibers and single-wall carbon nanotubes on the mechanical and physical properties of carbon-fiber-reinforced polymers. It was found that single-wall carbon nanotubes significantly improved static strength and fatigue performance, while milled carbon fibers enhanced properties under static loading but negatively impacted fatigue properties.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Yushan Yang, Jun Li, Liang Shan, Lei Qin, Ping Zheng, Huiwen Jia, Jian Qiu
Summary: By utilizing biomimetic design and specific preparation methods, this research successfully constructs bioinspired laminated bulk artificial wooden materials with lightweight, high strength, and high toughness. These materials not only demonstrate excellent mechanical properties and weather resistance but also exhibit outstanding resistance in liquid environments. This study provides new insights for large-scale production of high-performance lightweight engineering materials, and opens the door for the design of other biomimetic materials based on nanolignocellulose.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Yue Qian, Jing Zhong, Jinping Ou
Summary: By modifying the matrix of basalt fiber-reinforced polymer (BFRP) with MXene nanosheets using a vacuum-assisted resin-transfer molding (VaRTM) process, the flexural strength and modulus of the BFRP laminate were significantly improved. The BFRP composites enhanced with MXene nanosheets also demonstrated exceptional long-term stability in a hostile alkali environment.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Raziyeh Ghelich, Mohammad Reza Jahannama, Hossein Abdizadeh, Mohammad Reza Vaezi, Fatemeh Sadat Torknik
Summary: By modifying carbon fiber/phenolic (C/Ph) composites with different weight ratios of hafnium diboride (HfB2) nanofibers, it was found that the mechanical properties, thermal stability, and ablation resistance of C/Ph-Hf nanocomposites were optimal when the weight percentage of HfB2 was equal to one.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Daksh Shelly, Tarun Nanda, Rajeev Mehta
Summary: To enhance the impact strength of epoxy-based glass fiber nanocomposites (EGFCs), compatibilized polyethylene (PE) fibers and silanized clay platelets were reinforced in the EGFCs. The reinforced EGFCs showed significant improvements in impact strength and confirmed the compatibility of nanoclay/PE fibers through FTIR and SEM-EDS analysis. The newly developed EGFCs have diverse applications in various industries.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Review
Polymer Science
Ahmed Ibrahim, Anna Klopocinska, Kristine Horvat, Zeinab Abdel Hamid
Summary: Graphene-based nanocomposites exhibit excellent properties and have potential applications in various fields. This review focuses on synthesis methods, characterization techniques, and mechanical properties. The influence of graphene on the mechanical properties of the composite matrix even at low loadings is extensively discussed.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Lorenzo Mirizzi, Massimiliano D'Arienzo, Roberto Nistico, Giulia Fredi, Sandra Dire, Emanuela Callone, Andrea Dorigato, Luca Giannini, Silvia Guerra, Silvia Mostoni, Barbara Di Credico, Roberto Scotti
Summary: This study develops a new filler system, Al2O3@POSS, using alumina nanoparticles and polyhedral silsesquioxane units. The goal is to improve heat transport and mechanical properties in rubber nanocomposites for potential application in tire formulations.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Mallampati Somaiah Chowdary, Gujjala Raghavendra, M. S. R. Niranjan Kumar, Shakuntala Ojha, Manne Anupama Ammulu, P. Phani Prasanthi
Summary: Hybrid composites with Kevlar/K, Sisal/S, and Polyester reinforcement, enhanced with varying percentages of Nano clay, demonstrated excellent mechanical properties and erosion wear resistance, particularly suitable for engineering materials in the aviation and automobile industry.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Instruments & Instrumentation
S. Kartik Shubham, Ajay Pandey, Rajesh Purohit
Summary: This paper focuses on the fabrication of a new hybrid polymer composite laminate (HPCL) using biodegradable materials to avoid waste dumping. The HPCL has superior properties compared to traditional matrix composites, making it suitable for various applications. By altering the stacking order of fibers and embedding graphene oxide (GO), the mechanical properties of the HPCL were enhanced. The study also validated the material's homogeneity through electron microscopy and X-ray tests.
SMART MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Bing Liu, Xuanyu Zhang, Junpeng Ye, Xiaoyan Liu, Zhiheng Deng
Summary: This study investigated the effect of microfibers and macrofibers on the mechanical properties of coral concrete. The results showed that both types of fibers can improve the mechanical properties, with microfibers mainly affecting the stage before macrocracks formation and macrofibers mainly exerting positive effects after macrocracks appeared. The hybrid addition of microfibers and macrofibers further enhanced the mechanical properties.
CASE STUDIES IN CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Lin-Shiang Su, Jia-Lin Tsai
Summary: The study fabricated nanocomposites with aligned graphene platelets by incorporating them into an epoxy matrix through mechanical mixing and sonication, followed by applying an electric field to align the platelets before curing. Experimental results showed that the nanocomposites with aligned graphene exhibited higher tensile moduli and strength compared to those with randomly oriented graphene. In addition, nanocomposites with functionalized graphene showed superior interfacial and mechanical properties when compared to those with reduced graphene oxide.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Goekhan Bakis, Jan-Felix Wendel, Rico Zeiler, Alper Aksit, Markus Haublein, Martin Demleitner, Jan Benra, Stefan Forero, Walter Schuetz, Volker Altstaedt
Summary: The research focuses on the effect of plasma treatment on the surface of carbon nanotubes and aerospace grade epoxy resin composites. It was found that plasma treatment improves the dispersion of carbon nanotubes in the resin and enhances the resistance of the epoxy resin to crack propagation.
Article
Polymer Science
Siew Sand Chee, Mohammad Jawaid, Othman Y. Alothman, Hassan Fouad
Summary: The study investigates the mechanical and dynamic mechanical properties of hybrid natural fiber composites filled with nanoclay, with a focus on the effects of OMMT on enhancing the strength and storage modulus of the composites. The addition of OMMT results in improved mechanical properties and reduced voids and fiber pull-out in the composites.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Yutie Gong, Weijie Zhou, Hairong Li, Xianglin Pei, Wenqi Wu, Ziwei Zhan, Ming Jiang, Wei Gong
Summary: High polar phase polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) has potential applications in electrical storage and wearable electronic devices. Solution blow spinning (SBS) has been proven as a promising technique to create high polar phase PVDF. By combining SBS, cold-pressing, and low-temperature thermal annealing, a simple, efficient, and low-cost processing method has been demonstrated to fabricate high polar phase PVDF films with excellent dielectric and mechanical properties.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Chulmin Youn, Hyeon Jung Gwak, Younghwan Bae, Dokun Kim, Byeong Jin Yeang, Song Jun Doh, Sang Young Yeo
Summary: This study investigated the effect of thermal drawing process on the mechanical properties of PEI filaments. The results showed that optimizing the draw ratio, process temperature, and cooling temperature can lead to PEI filaments with excellent mechanical properties.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
