Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Haixiang Song, Qiqi Zhang, Yanwei Zhang, Yanfei Wang, Zhongyuan Zhou, Ping Zhang, Bingnan Yuan
Summary: The influence of 3-amino-polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (NH2-POSS) on waterborne polyurethanes (WPU) was studied by synthesizing NH2-POSS modified WPUs. The addition of NH2-POSS improved the dispersion stability and thermal stability of WPU, while also enhancing hydrophobic properties.
ADVANCED COMPOSITES AND HYBRID MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Angel Romo-Uribe
Summary: Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (POSS) copolymerized with butyl acrylate (BA), methyl methacrylate (MMA), and acrylic acid (AA) resulted in a twofold increase in fracture energy and Young's modulus of cast films at 1 wt% content. The dispersion of POSS in the acrylic matrix and its intercalation within the molecular mesh contributed to the increase in entanglement density, leading to enhanced mechanical reinforcement and resistance to fracture.
Article
Polymer Science
Weiming Liu, Guohua Hang, Honggang Mei, Lei Li, Sixun Zheng
Summary: In this study, a novel trifunctional POSS cyclic carbonate was synthesized and used to create nanocomposites of polyhydroxyurethane with POSS. The incorporation of POSS microdomains resulted in improved thermal and mechanical properties, while retaining the reprocessing properties of vitrimers.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xiong Lin, Hao-Tian Li, Ming-Xi Nie, Si-Rui Fu, Yiwen Li, Qin Zhang, Feng Chen, Di Han, Qiang Fu
Summary: In this study, a facile strategy is developed to balance the conflict between hardness and flexibility in a transparent functional coating. The coating is an organic-inorganic hybrid nanocomposite that exhibits high transparency, super hardness, excellent low modulus, and the ability to withstand abrasion and repeated bending. Antifouling and antibacterial abilities are also integrated into the final coating.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
A. Kamyab, A. Ghasemi-Ghalebahman, A. Fereidoon, H. A. Khonakdar
Summary: This study investigates the morphological, mechanical, and shape memory properties of PCL/PPC-based nanocomposite blends reinforced with G-POSS nanoparticles. The introduction of nanoparticles improved mechanical and shape memory properties, with the optimal sample having a PCL/PPC ratio of 20/80 and 5 wt% G-POSS content, displaying high potential for various applications.
EXPRESS POLYMER LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Zilong Jiang, Lingxiao Jia, Jingyu Li, Wenru Zheng, Hao Chen, Haichao Zhao
Summary: This study successfully prepared POSS-reinforced bio-based cardanol epoxy elastomeric materials and investigated the effects of POSS content on their mechanical and thermal properties. The results showed that an increase in POSS content led to improved mechanical and thermal performance of the materials.
IRANIAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jitendra Chavhan, Ramesh Rathod, Suresh Umare, Jay Desai, Sanjay Sapate, Yogesh Mahajan
Summary: The 2D few-layered Ti3C2Tx MXene nanosheets were prepared through etching and delamination of aluminium layers from the Ti3AlC2 MAX phase. The electroactive polyamide (EPA)/Ti3C2Tx MXene nanocomposites (NCs) containing various amounts of MXene were synthesized via in-situ oxidative coupling polymerization. The NCs showed improved physical properties such as electrical conductivity, thermal stability, and adhesion strength due to the close interaction between EPA and MXene. The addition of Ti3C2Tx MXene did not affect the surface roughness and water contact angle of the EPA matrix. The NCs coated samples exhibited improved tribological properties, and the corrosion study demonstrated excellent corrosion protection ability of EPA/Ti3C2Tx MXene NCs containing 1.2 wt% MXene.
PROGRESS IN ORGANIC COATINGS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Dhorali Gnanasekaran, A. Ashokbabu, P. Thomas
Summary: A comprehensive thermal degradation analysis was conducted on pure bio-polymer and dimer fatty acid-based polyamides-polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (BP-POSS) nanocomposite to evaluate their thermal degradation through kinetics. BP-POSS nanocomposites were prepared using biodegradable biopolymer and 12.5 wt% of POSS nanomaterial. The physical coordination between the polymer and POSS nanomaterial in the prepared nanocomposites was analyzed. Dielectric properties and activation energies were measured for both pure-BP and BP-POSS nanocomposites. The remarkable thermal stability of BP-POSS 12.5 wt% nanocomposite was observed due to the reinforcement of POSS molecules. A nth order reaction kinetic model was proposed for the degradation process of pure BP and its POSS nanocomposites, and the model was validated by correlating experimental and simulated conversion thermogram.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Angel Romo-Uribe, Joseph D. Lichtenhan
Summary: This study demonstrates that dispersing parts-per-million polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (POSS) nanochemicals by melt extrusion with polyolefins can improve the tensile Young's modulus, yield stress, and toughness of films without affecting extensibility. The spatial distribution of POSS and the size of nanoparticles play a key role in enhancing the mechanical properties of polymers.
POLYMER ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
(2021)
Review
Polymer Science
Siju Liu, Renqi Guo, Chuang Li, Cuifen Lu, Guichun Yang, Feiyi Wang, Junqi Nie, Chao Ma, Meng Gao
Summary: POSS hybrid hydrogels possess excellent properties and broad application prospects in various biomedical fields. Ideal hybrid hydrogels can be obtained by introducing POSS nanoparticles into hydrogels through simple methods.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Yanjun He, Agnieszka Suliga, Alex Brinkmeyer, Mark Schenk, Ian Hamerton
Summary: A new thermoset resin system based on a polybenzoxazine blend showed good performance under high ATOX irradiation. It reduced erosion yield by forming a silicon-rich surface layer and improved the mechanical properties of CFRP laminates.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Priyanka Tripathy, Sandhyarani Biswas
Summary: This study investigates the effects of adding calcium carbonate (CaCO3) nanoparticles to basalt fiber reinforced epoxy (BFRP) composites on their mechanical, thermal, and physical properties. The results show that adding 1 wt% of nanoparticles to the matrix significantly improves the tensile, flexural, impact, and inter-laminar shear strength (ILSS). In addition, the inclusion of 1.5 wt% of nano CaCO3 in the composites leads to better micro-hardness and glass transition temperature.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Zohaib Akram, Sultan Aati, Peta Clode, Martin Saunders, Hien Ngo, Amr S. Fawzy
Summary: This study synthesized and characterized reduced nano graphene oxide (RGO) and graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) doped with silver nanoparticles (nAg) and prepared an experimental dentin adhesive modified with RGO/nAg and GNP/nAg nano fillers. The modified bonding agents showed improved biological and mechanical properties at the resin-dentin bonded interface.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Anastasiya Y. Yadykova, Sergey O. Ilyin
Summary: The improved adhesive and cohesive properties of bitumen blends with bio-oil and different types of silica nanoparticles were studied. The addition of bio-oil increased the thermodynamic work of adhesion and adhesive strength of the bitumen binder, while the addition of silica nanoparticles improved the stiffness, elasticity, and cohesive strength of the bitumen binder, with the hydrophobic nanoparticles doubling adhesion to steel and the hydrophilic nanoparticles halving it.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yang-Chin Kao, Wei-Cheng Chen, Ahmed F. M. EL-Mahdy, Meei-Yu Hsu, Chih-Hao Lin, Shiao-Wei Kuo
Summary: In this study, a difunctionalized cyanate ester double-decker silsesquioxane (DDSQ-OCN) cage was prepared to improve the thermal behavior of epoxy resin. The covalently bonded network structure formed by the copolymerization of epoxy and OCN units, as well as the hydrogen bonding between the OH groups of epoxy and the SiOSi moieties of DDSQ units, enhanced the physical properties of the material. The addition of Cu(II)-acac accelerated the thermal polymerization process but decreased the thermal stability.
Article
Polymer Science
S. Boyacioglu, M. Kodal, G. Ozkoc
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Nazli Yazici, Samet Dursun, Tugay Yarici, Burak Kilic, Olcay Mert, Bagdagul Karaagac, Guralp Ozkoc, Mehmet Kodal
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Nursel Karakaya, Melih Papila, Guralp Ozkoc
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2020)
Article
Polymer Science
Selin Celebi Ozmen, Guralp Ozkoc, Ibrahim Ersin Serhatli
Summary: The study focused on the effects of two different chain extenders with distinct molecular structures on recycled polyamide 6, revealing that optimizing the temperature profile can enhance the chain extension effectiveness of EMA while DTDI remains unaffected by temperature changes. Longer residence time promotes the chain extension reaction of EMA, but has minimal impact on DTDI.
JOURNAL OF MACROMOLECULAR SCIENCE PART B-PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Ezgi Bicer, Gulsen Kurt Demir, Mehmet Kodal, Guralp Ozkoc
Summary: This study aimed to produce crosslinked LDPE composites using OvPOSS and peroxide to improve mechanical and shape memory properties. The presence of OvPOSS increased the crosslinking density, affecting the mechanical, rheological and thermal properties, and enhancing the shape recovery ratio of LDPE. The experimental results indicated the potential of OvPOSS as a coagent in enhancing the performance of LDPE composites.
JOURNAL OF MACROMOLECULAR SCIENCE PART B-PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Nazli Yazici, Samet Dursun, Tugay Yarici, Burak Kilic, Mehmet Onur Arican, Olcay Mert, Bagdagul Karaagac, Guralp Ozkoc, Mehmet Kodal
Summary: This study introduces a new reactive hybrid nanoparticle A-POSS, which eliminates the negative effects of the Resorcinol formaldehyde latex (RFL) dipping system while maintaining good adhesion performance, showing significant improvement in adhesion between natural rubber and textile cords.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Guy J. P. Bex, Bastiaan L. J. Ingenhut, Tessa ten Cate, Meltem Sezen, Guralp Ozkoc
Summary: This study focuses on the potential use of recycled PETG as a matrix material in continuous fiber additive manufacturing of composites. By comparing the characteristics of rPETG with non-recycled PETG and conducting tests on the printed composites, it was found that rPETG-based composites have lower tensile properties but similar flexural properties compared to PET-based composites. The research also showed that the adhesion between rPETG and CC was higher than that of PETG and CC, indicating the potential of recycled plastics to be converted into circular products of high added value.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Nilay Tuccar Kilic, Buse Nur Can, Mehmet Kodal, Guralp Ozkoc
Summary: This study investigated the compatibilization effects of TEpPOSS on PLA/TPU blends, revealing improved interfacial interactions between PLA and TPU with the addition of TEpPOSS. The morphological, rheological, mechanical, thermomechanical, and thermal properties tests showed that TEpPOSS enhanced the mechanical properties of the blends and decreased the glass transition temperatures of PLA, indicating improved compatibility between PLA and TPU.
PROGRESS IN RUBBER PLASTICS AND RECYCLING TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Derya Caner, Erdinca Doganci, Merve Dandan Doganci, Guralp Ozkoc
Summary: A successful synthesis of eight-armed hetero-arm star-shaped PCL-PLA polymers (SPLA30) was achieved through ring-opening polymerization and click chemistry techniques, which were blended with PLA to enhance thermal, morphological, and mechanical properties; the addition of diisocyanates significantly improved the mechanical properties of the polymers.
JOURNAL OF THE MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Materials Science, Composites
Muhammad Saeed Ullah, Nazli Yazici, Abdulmounem Alchekh Wis, Guralp Ozkoc, Mehmet Kodal
Summary: The production of petroleum-based polymers poses a threat to the ecosystem and oil reserves, leading researchers to explore the use of biodegradable polymers as an alternative. However, poly(lactic acid) (PLA), considered the most suitable substitute, has limitations such as slow crystallization rate, low thermal stability, high brittleness, and low toughness. To overcome these deficiencies, researchers have developed techniques like blending with other polymers or using nanofillers, with polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes (POSS) being the most promising nanofiller. This article reviews investigations on incorporating POSS into PLA or PLA blends, comparing the improved composites with neat PLA in terms of mechanical, morphological, and physical properties.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Nazli Yazici, Ekin Opar, Mehmet Kodal, Bukem Tanoren, Meltem Sezen, Guralp Ozkoc
Summary: Tuning the crosslink density in rubber compounds is crucial for optimizing their properties. In this study, novel FIB-SEM-EDS and SAM techniques were combined with conventional methods to analyze EPDM compounds with different sulphur contents. The results showed that the crosslink density increased with sulphur content, and SAM was a promising tool for non-destructive analysis of crosslink density formation in rubbers.
POLYMERS & POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Serkan Akpinar, Merve Metin, Hurol Kocoglu, Mehmet Kodal, Meltem Sezen, Guralp ozkoc, M. Cengiz Altan
Summary: The overmolding of short fiber reinforced polymer compounds onto continuous fiber reinforced composite substrates provides design flexibility and enhanced bonding strength. This study presents a novel molding approach that improves bonding strength through mechanical interlocking. Drilling tapered holes on the substrate and preheating it before molding have been found to increase the bonding strength.
POLYMER ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Muhammad Saeed Ullah, Rumeysa Yildirim, Mehmet Kodal, Guralp Ozkoc
Summary: In this study, multi-epoxide polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (Glycidyl POSS) was added to poly(lactic acid) (PLA) and poly(butylene succinate) (PBS) to improve their compatibility. SEM analysis showed that Glycidyl POSS improved the interfacial adhesion and other properties of PLA and PBS blends, and noticeable improvements in mechanical properties were revealed by tensile and impact test results. FTIR analysis indicated a strong interaction between the epoxide group of POSS and the end groups of PBS or PLA, and DSC and TGA analysis confirmed the enhanced compatibility and thermal stability of the blends.
JOURNAL OF VINYL & ADDITIVE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Hurol Kocoglu, Orkan Baran Korkusuz, Pelin Ozzaim, Mehmet Kodal, M. Cengiz Altan, Tamer Sinmazcelik, Babur Ozcelik, Guralp Ozkoc
Summary: This study investigated the tribological performance of hybrid composites composed of scrap carbon fiber (CF), glass fabric (GF), and polyamide 6.6 (PA6.6) through an innovative approach. The results demonstrated that the incorporation of CF and GF reinforcements had a detrimental effect on erosion resistance, while CFs positively affected scratch hardness. The silane treatment of GFs improved the erosion resistance and scratch hardness of GF/PA6.6 composite laminates without CF.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ebru Uctepe, Nazh Yazici, Mehmet Kodal, Bagdagul Karaagac, Guralp Ozkoc
Summary: Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes (POSSs) are a new-generation additive that can enhance the properties of polymer matrices. This study investigates the effect of octavinyl functionalized POSS (OV-POSS) on the sulphur vulcanization of natural rubber (NR) based compounds, utilizing various kinetic approaches and models to analyze the experimental data.
MATERIALI IN TEHNOLOGIJE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Keyu Zhu, Xitao Zheng, Jing Peng, Jiaming Sun, Ruilin Huang, Leilei Yan
Summary: This paper discusses the influence of multiple impacts on the compression strength of honeycomb sandwich structures with composite face sheets. It is found that the size of the impactor affects the turning point of the compression strength. Additionally, high impact energy leads to damage in the bottom face sheet and reduces the overall compression strength.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Danqian Wang, Yanfei Yue, Jueshi Qian
Summary: Magnesium Potassium Phosphate Cement (MKPC) as a binder for steel rebars shows improved corrosion resistance when subjected to carbonation, due to the increase in pH and the formation of a more protective oxide film.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Zhibin Li, Wenyu Wang, Pengcheng Xue, Xingyu Wei, Jian Xiong
Summary: This work proposes a design approach and manufacturing method for carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) corrugated sandwich truncated cones (CSTC) to improve their anti-debonding ability and ensure reliability. The study establishes theoretical models for CSTCs' stiffness and failure modes, which are verified through experiments and finite element analysis (FEA). The research reveals the effect of geometric parameters on failure modes and performs an optimal design for CSTC structures. The findings have significant implications for the design and application of lightweight CSTCs in constructions, such as launch vehicle adapters.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Mingyu Zhang, Lei Chu, Jiahua Chen, Fuxun Qi, Xiaoyan Li, Xinliang Chen, Deng-Guang Yu
Summary: This review summarizes the different structures and construction methods of fibrous membranes with asymmetric wettability. It also reviews the biological applications of these membranes and suggests future challenges.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
E. Mofakhami, L. Gervat, B. Fayolle, G. Miquelard-Garnier, C. Ovalle, L. Laiarinandrasana
Summary: This study investigates the effects of fibre concentration on the mechanical response of welded glass-fibre-reinforced polypropylene (GF-PP). Experimental observations reveal a significant reduction in weld ratio, up to 60%, indicating a decreased strength compared to the bulk material. Increasing fibre content in the welded material results in a decrease in stress at break and strain at the maximum stress. The use of DIC technique and X-ray microtomography further confirms the localized strain amplification in the welded zone due to the significant increase in fibre density.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Emad Pourahmadi, Farjad Shadmehri, Rajamohan Ganesan
Summary: This research compares the mechanical properties of laminates manufactured using automated fiber placement and conventional autoclave curing methods. The results show that laminates manufactured using automated fiber placement have a lower interlaminar shear strength compared to laminates reconsolidated using autoclave curing. A finite element simulation method is proposed to quantitatively analyze these differences.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Johnny Jakobsen, Benny Endelt, Fahimeh Shakibapour
Summary: This study proposes a new bolted/pinned joining method for composite applications, which improves load transfer by introducing a patch-type reinforcement. Experimental results demonstrate significant improvements in both static and fatigue load conditions compared to existing methods. Finite element simulations highlight the advantage of this method, as it creates a more efficient load-transferring mechanism through different stress distributions.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Gisele G. Cintra, Janine D. Vieira, Daniel C. T. Cardoso, Thomas Keller
Summary: This paper proposes a novel approach to assess multi-crack behavior in layered fiber-polymer composites. The generated Compliance and R-curves provide useful insights into understanding the multiple delamination process and allow for separate evaluation of strain energy release rate (SERR) for each crack. The developed cohesive zone model successfully simulates the failure process zone of three parallel cracks, showing good agreement between the numerical model and experimental results.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Renil Thomas Kidangan, Sreedhar Unnikrishnakurup, C. Krishnamurthy, Krishnan Balasubramaniam
Summary: The induction heating process can accurately identify fiber orientation and stacking order, making it a valuable tool for large-area inspection and quality control in manufacturing fiber-reinforced composites.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Sungjun Hwang, Yousoo Han, Douglas J. Gardner
Summary: Bleached Kraft pulp, unbleached Kraft pulp, and old corrugated cardboard pulp are suitable for producing cellulose nanofibril suspensions. Spray drying is a fast, simple, cost-effective, and scalable drying method. Spray-dried cellulose nanofibrils can be used as reinforcing materials in polypropylene matrices. The particle size of cellulose nanofibrils affects the material properties.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Mehdi Mahdavi, Abbas Zolfaghari
Summary: This study aims to improve the recovery forces of shape memory polymers (SMPs) through material extrusion additive manufacturing. By using glass fiber (GF) as reinforcement and manufacturing multi-layer composite specimens, it was found that PLA with 6.62% GF exhibited the best recovery force, which was further optimized through annealing heat treatment.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Review
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Xiang Ao, Antonio Vazquez-Lopez, Davide Mocerino, Carlos Gonzalez, De-Yi Wang
Summary: The vulnerability of natural fibers to heat and fire poses a significant challenge for their substitution of traditional fiber reinforcements in composite materials. Natural fiber/polymer composites (NFCs) are regarded as potential candidates for engineering applications due to their environmental friendliness and low-impact sourcing. Thus, appropriate approaches need to be implemented to enhance the fire safety of NFCs. This review summarizes and discusses the latest understanding of flammability and thermal properties of natural fibers, with a special focus on their interaction with polymer matrix in fire behavior. Additionally, the latest developments in flame-retardant approaches for NFCs are reviewed, covering both flame retardancy and fire structural integrity. Finally, future prospects and perspectives on fire safety of NFCs are proposed, providing insights into further advancements of NFCs.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Cheng Wang, Siqi Huo, Guofeng Ye, Bingtao Wang, Zhenghong Guo, Qi Zhang, Pingan Song, Hao Wang, Zhitian Liu
Summary: The demand for multifunctional, transparent epoxy resin with superior dielectric, mechanical, and fire-safety performances is increasing in modern industries. Researchers have developed an epoxidized, phosphaphenanthrene-containing poly(styrene butadiene styrene) (ESD) for advanced fire-safe epoxy resin, which maintains high transparency and improves UV-blocking property. The addition of 10 wt% ESD results in improved mechanical properties, decreased dielectric constant and loss, and outperformance compared to other fire-safe epoxy resins. This research provides an effective method for developing multifunctional flame-retardant epoxy resin.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Bo Pang, Heping Zheng, Zuquan Jin, Dongshuai Hou, Yunsheng Zhang, Xiaoyun Song, Yanan Sun, Zhiyong Liu, Wei She, Lin Yang, Mengyuan Li
Summary: This study develops an internal superhydrophobic material (ISM) using waste denitrification fly ash, which maintains stable hydrophobicity under harsh conditions of use and does not rely on expensive fluor-based surface modifications. The synthesized ISM has excellent matrix strength, strong waterproof properties, and retains superhydrophobicity even at damaged or friction interfaces.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Meirbek Mussatayev, Qiuji Yi, Mark Fitzgerald, Vincent K. Maes, Paul Wilcox, Robert Hughes
Summary: Real-time monitoring of carbon fibre composites during Automated Fibre Placement (AFP) manufacturing remains a challenge for non-destructive evaluation (NDE) techniques. This study designed a directional eddy-current (EC) probe to evaluate the detectability of out-of-plane wrinkles. Experimental evaluations and finite element modeling were conducted to better understand the relationship between eddy-current density and defect detection. The findings suggest that the probe configuration with an asymmetric driver coil and differential pickup coils shows the best capability for wrinkle detection.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
