Article
Materials Science, Composites
Shaohua Fei, Weiwei Wang, Han Wang, Di Yang, Huiming Ding, Haijin Wang, Jiangxiong Li, Yinglin Ke
Summary: This study introduces an ultrasound guided Z-pinning process to enhance the interlaminar performance of composite laminates. Experimental results demonstrate that the use of fine Z-pins can significantly improve the mechanical properties of composites.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Yunfu Ou, Longqiang Wu, Meir Hefetz, Carlos Gonzalez, Juan Jose Vilatela
Summary: This study presents a method for fabricating carbon nanotube fibre veils on woven carbon fibre/epoxy composite laminates and investigates the effects of interleaf thickness and degree of infiltration on interlaminar properties. The interlaminar fracture toughness under different loading conditions is analyzed, and the failure and toughening mechanisms are systematically studied. The experimental results show that the toughening effects of CNT veils depend on their thickness and degree of resin infiltration, observed by electron microscopy and Raman spectroscopy. The mode I interlaminar fracture toughness increases with increasing CNT veil thickness up to 10 μm, but decreases at 15 μm, while the mode II fracture toughness improves with increasing thickness of CNT veils. The figure of merit for interlaminar reinforcement is significantly high at 58.5, surpassing the current state-of-the-art.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Hui Lin, Hui Liu, Yue Li, Xiangming Kong
Summary: This paper investigates the use of wood fiber as a reinforcing material to improve the toughness of silicoaluminophosphate geopolymer. The results show that the incorporation of wood fiber effectively reduces brittleness and increases fracture toughness. However, the addition of wood fiber negatively impacts the setting and hardening behavior, reaction degree, and compressive strength of silicoaluminophosphate geopolymer.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Natassia Lona Batista, Konstantinos Anagnostopoulos, Edson Cocchieri Botelho, Hyonny Kim
Summary: This study evaluated the influence of different degrees of crystallinity on PPS/carbon fiber composites processed by hot compression molding, showing that composite samples processed with lower cooling rates exhibit better mechanical properties. The mode-II fracture toughness is strongly dependent on the degree of crystallinity of the thermoplastic matrix, with lower cooling rates yielding stronger interfacial bonds.
ENGINEERING FAILURE ANALYSIS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
T. Khan, M. S. Irfan, W. J. Cantwell, R. Umer
Summary: Pre-cracked carbon fiber reinforced composite laminates were manufactured and repaired using the vacuum assisted resin transfer molding process. The effects of healing parameters on fracture toughness were investigated using a factorial design of experiments. The results showed that joining temperature had the most significant influence on fracture toughness, followed by contact time. Optimizing the processing parameters can enhance fracture toughness.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Weike Yuan, Yan Li, Jian Zhao
Summary: The 3D-CFAFRP composite material demonstrated higher interlaminar fracture toughness and tensile strength compared to 2D-CFRP composites, but slightly lower flexural and compressive strength. This is due to the lower density and cost advantages of the 3D-CFAFRP composites.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Thais Peres Zantine Marques, Bruno Mikio Fujiwara Marques, Geraldo Mauricio Candido, Mirabel Cerqueira Rezende
Summary: This study investigates the influence of different geometric arrangements of butt joint on the mechanical and fracture behavior of carbon/epoxy laminates. The experimental results demonstrate a reduction in tensile failure load due to the presence of the discontinuity in the reinforcement. However, the different staggering methods of the butt joints do not significantly affect the tensile mechanical behavior of the laminates. Finite element analysis and SEM analyses confirm the experimental findings.
ENGINEERING FAILURE ANALYSIS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
T. W. Loh, R. B. Ladani, A. Ravindran, R. Das, E. Kandare, A. P. Mouritz
Summary: The addition of thermoplastic mendable filaments in z-pinned composites can greatly increase interlaminar fracture toughness, repair delamination damage, and enhance crack propagation resistance. This novel repair process has the potential application for various types of composites with through-thickness reinforcement.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Reyhaneh Laghaei, Seyyed Mahdi Hejazi, Hossein Fashandi, Saleh Akbarzadeh, Samira Shaghaghi, Alireza Shamaei-Kashani, Bijan Jahanara, Elaheh Shahsavari
Summary: Triaxial E-glass fabric/CNCs/epoxy composites were fabricated using the vacuum-assisted resin infusion procedure. The effects of mixing medium and CNC concentration on the mechanical properties of the composites were evaluated. Incorporation of CNCs enhanced the fracture toughness and energy absorption during fracture of the composites.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yao Cai, Xizhong An, Qingchuan Zou, Haitao Fu, Xiaohong Yang, Hao Zhang
Summary: This study systematically investigated the mechanical properties and failure mechanisms of composite laminates with classical fabric stacking patterns. Results show that changing the stacking angle affects the tensile and bending properties, as well as the failure mode of the laminates. Finite element method simulations provide a cost-effective and efficient way for structural optimization design and failure prediction of composite materials.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zhengyi Mao, Mengke Huo, Fucong Lyu, Yongsen Zhou, Yu Bu, Lei Wan, Lulu Pan, Jie Pan, Hui Liu, Jian Lu
Summary: A facile method based on hydrogels and ceramic nanofiller is proposed to fabricate composites with post-tunable mechanical properties. The wide tunable range of Young's modulus and ultimate stress can be achieved by combining solvent absorption and evaporation process with platelets reinforcement effect. The introduction of a nacre-like brick and mortar structure results in a large fracture toughness. The material demonstrates superior flexibility and designability.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Haoming Pang, Yinduan Gao, Shouhu Xuan, Xinglong Gong
Summary: The study systematically investigated the mechanical properties of Magnetorheological plastomers (MRPs) with different types of secondary particles through experiments and simulations. It was found that the addition of glass balls led to an increase in mechanical properties, while SiO2 and Fe3O4 particles exhibited conflicting behaviors. Simulation of microstructures in MRPs revealed the effect of secondary particles on the microstructure and mechanical properties of MRPs.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Guorui Yang, Yan Ma, Chen Liu, Lanyue Zhang, Xiangwei Li, Weifeng Du, Lei Shang, Yuhui Ao
Summary: Inspired by the strengthening effect of nanoparticles and the toughening effect of block polymers, a block polymer filler with graphene oxide (GO) was prepared, which significantly improved the mechanical properties of epoxy composites. The combination of GO and side groups promoted dispersion and toughening. This research has potential application value in the field of resin fillers and in combination with other materials.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Cut Rahmawati, Sri Aprilia, Taufiq Saidi, Teuku Budi Aulia, Amri Amin, Jawad Ahmad, Haytham F. Isleem
Summary: This research studied the influence of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) on the mechanical properties and fracture parameters of geopolymers. The results showed that using 1% CNCs effectively improved the mechanical properties, fracture behavior, and microstructure of the geopolymers.
CASE STUDIES IN CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Fan Yang, Fajun Yi, Weihua Xie
Summary: This study investigates the fracture toughness of biomimetic architected carbon fiber reinforced polymer laminates through experimental and numerical methods. High-fidelity Finite Element models were used to evaluate the interlaminar architectures, and a cohesive zone model with Hashin damage criterion was employed to simulate the damage behaviors during three-point bending tests. The research provides insights into the use of bionic design CFRP composite in applications where toughness is critical.
MECHANICS OF MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rui Zou, Feng Liu, Ning Hu, Huiming Ning, Shu Wang, Kaiyan Huang, Xiaoping Jiang, Chaohe Xu, Shaoyun Fu, Yuanqing Li, Cheng Yan
Review
Materials Science, Composites
Liyang Lin, Huiming Ning, Shufeng Song, Chaohe Xu, Ning Hu
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Zhuqing Wang, Jinlong Lv, Jinhua Li, Yang Wang, Jingshuai Sun
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xiaopeng Wu, Huiming Ning, Yaolu Liu, Ning Hu, Feng Liu, Shu Wang, Kaiyan Huang, Yudu Jiao, Shayuan Weng, Qiang Liu, Liangke Wu
NANOSCALE RESEARCH LETTERS
(2020)
Review
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Youkun Gong, Zengrui Song, Huiming Ning, Ning Hu, Xiongqi Peng, Xiaopeng Wu, Rui Zou, Feng Liu, Shayuan Weng, Qiang Liu
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jie Wen, Jia Tang, Huiming Ning, Ning Hu, Yuanyuan Zhu, Youkun Gong, Chaohe Xu, Qiannan Zhao, Xiaoping Jiang, Xiaolin Hu, Ling Lei, Dan Wu, Tao Huang
Summary: The conductive polymer hydrogel achieved transparent and highly ionically conductive properties through the organic combination of tannic acid-coated hydroxyapatite nanowires (TA@HAP NWs), polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) chains, ethylene glycol (EG), and metal ions. It integrates sensing, UV-filtering, water-retaining, and anti-freezing performances, and provides new ideas for the design of novel ionic skin devices. The inclusion of nanowires improves mechanical properties and UV-shielding ability, while the water-locking effect between EG and water molecules allows the hydrogel to exhibit freezing resistance and moisture retention.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xinyu Qi, Xiaopeng Wu, Youkun Gong, Huiming Ning, Feng Liu, Rui Zou, Shengbing Zhou, Zengrui Song, Chenxin Xiang, Ning Hu
Summary: The study found that using two fillers at the interface of glass fiber-aluminum laminates can simultaneously improve the Mode-I and Mode-II fracture toughness of the laminates. Due to the better dispersion of nano-aramid fibers in the epoxy matrix, their toughening performance is better than that of short-aramid fibers in this case.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yuanhao Tian, Liyang Lin, Susu Chen, Shiling Zhu, Hao Zhang, Wenxing Yu, Huiming Ning, Ning Hu
Summary: Developing new-type electrode materials with high surface area and stable microstructure is crucial for global sustainability. In this study, an oxygen-deficient Fe2O3@Sn2O3 nano composite with excellent specific capacity and rate capability was successfully fabricated. The hybrid supercapacitor assembled with this nanocomposite exhibited high energy density and retention rate, demonstrating great potential for long-term power supply for commercial LED.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Youkun Gong, Feng Liu, Rui Zou, Xinrui Ye, Huiming Ning, Ning Hu, Xiaoshuang Huang, Zengrui Song, Xiaopeng Wu
Summary: In this study, an anisotropic visco-hyperelastic constitutive model for cord-rubber composites was developed, which decomposed the unit-volume strain energy function into four parts to simplify the identification of material parameters. The model's computation accuracy was significantly improved by introducing viscous potential energy, and a simple approach for fitting the parameters with experimental data was developed. The model was validated by comparing numerical results with experimental data under different strain rates, showing very good agreement.
COMPOSITES COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Shu Wang, Huiming Ning, Feng Liu, Ning Hu, Hao Zhang, Rui Zou, Jie Wen, Kaiyan Huang, Xiaopeng Wu, Zengrui Song, Chenxing Xiang, Ziying Wang
Summary: A multifunctional composite composed of a spacer fabric and a porous graphene-based aerogel is proposed for sensing and impact protection applications. The material has good strain sensitivity, temperature sensitivity, and protection performance, as well as being lightweight, hydrophobic, and thermally insulating.
ADVANCED MATERIALS TECHNOLOGIES
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Nguyen Van Toan, Keisuke Ito, Truong Thi Kim Tuoi, Masaya Toda, Po -Hung Chen, Mohd Faizul Mohd Sabri, Jinhua Li, Takahito Ono
Summary: This study demonstrates a micro-heat sink based on silicon nanowires formed by metal-assisted chemical etching (MACE) to enhance heat dissipation and improve the performance of a micro-thermoelectric generator (mu-TEG). By increasing the surface-to-volume ratio, the micro-heat sink effectiveness was improved, resulting in a significant enhancement of mu-TEG performance, with the maximum output power increasing from 18.5 μW to 93 μW.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lei -Lei Hou, Jin-Hua Li, Chang -Chang Cui, Xiao-Hong Li, Rui-Zhou Zhang, Hong -Ling Cui
Summary: First-principles calculations were used to investigate the quantum capacitance, electronic, and photocatalytic properties of Sc2CO2 monolayer under biaxial strain. The results showed that Sc2CO2 could withstand a maximum stress of 14.895 N/M. Semiconductor-metal transition occurred in Sc2CO2 with -10% strain due to the blue shift of orbitals. The monolayer Sc2CO2 under biaxial strain from -6% to 2% exhibited spontaneous water splitting reaction in an appropriate pH range.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Liangke Wu, Zhaonan Jin, Yaolu Liu, Huiming Ning, Xuyang Liu, Alamusi, Ning Hu
Summary: PVDF and its copolymers have gained great attention in the development of energy-harvesting devices due to their unique properties. However, the piezoelectricity of PVDF materials is relatively low compared to commonly used PZT. This work summarizes the preparation methods and influencing factors of PVDF and its copolymer-based materials, as well as the progress made in the field.
NANOTECHNOLOGY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Minjie Zhu, Xiaohui Du, Shuai Liu, Jinhua Li, Zhuqing Wang, Takahito Ono
Summary: Atomic layered molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) is a promising two-dimensional material for next-generation flexible electronics, but practical applications of MoS2-based strain sensors are still facing challenges. Research efforts are being made to advance mass production methods and optimize the strain-response properties of MoS2.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zongheng Li, Huiming Ning, Ning Hu, Yuanqing Li, Long Qiao
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Wenwu Zhang, Helezi Zhou, Bin Huang, Huamin Zhou, Xiongqi Peng
Summary: This paper investigates the tool-ply friction behavior of jute/PLA biocomposites in thermoforming. A pull-through friction testing device was developed to characterize the tool-ply friction behavior of jute/PLA prepreg at elevated temperature. The effects of alkali treatment, fiber orientation, normal force, and slipping velocity were studied, and a quantitative definition of tool-ply friction behavior was achieved. The results indicate a strong relationship between tool-ply friction behavior and woven and fiber structures, indicating hydrodynamic lubrication.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Stephen Clay, Wesley Ault, Alex Faupel, Caglar Oskay, Philip Knoth, Noam N. Y. Shemesh, Rami Haj-Ali, Uri Breiman, Ido Meshi, Ofir Shor
Summary: This paper presents an experimental investigation on the compression failure mechanisms of laminated carbon fiber reinforced composites under non-standard quasi-static loading. The results demonstrate the presence of interior kink bands, surface ply splitting, and delaminations, with each failure mechanism associated with different stress levels.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Bowen Zeng, Jinlong Yang, Zhi Ni, Yucheng Fan, Ziyan Hang, Chuang Feng
Summary: This study successfully improved the pyroelectric properties of PVDF films by preparing functionally graded graphene nanoplatelet (FG-GNP) reinforced PVDF composite films. The increase in the number of layers and the concentration of GNP near the surface of the composite film were found to enhance the pyroelectric properties and temperature stability.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Shenghe Zhang, Fukai Chu, Weizhao Hu, Bibo Wang, Richard K. K. Yuen, Yuan Hu
Summary: This study improves the flame retardancy and mechanical properties of PBAT by synthesizing a phosphorus-containing intercalator and mixing it into the PBAT matrix.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Tharan Gordon, Michael R. Wisnom, Byung Chul Kim
Summary: Thickness tapering is a common strategy for efficient and lightweight composite structures, but it can introduce delamination sites. This study investigated the use of ply scarfing method to improve the compressive failure stress of tapered laminates made from thick unidirectional non-crimp fabrics. The results showed that ply scarfing suppressed delamination and increased the failure stress by 60%.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Xin Wang, Yiting Qu, Junlei Bai, Fujun Xu, Bin Ding, Xiaohua Zhang
Summary: A solution-based strategy is proposed to achieve a strong bond between fibers and matrix in powder materials, resulting in improved mechanical properties, thermal conductivity, and fracture strain of the composites. The method also offers advantages such as enhanced powder flowability and thermal stability.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Xing Zhou, Guosheng Wang, Dexiang Li, Qi Wang, Keming Zhu, Yaya Hao, Yueyang Xu, Neng Li
Summary: This study successfully synthesized polyurethane elastomer by using degraded products from waste PET, and fabricated composites with carbon nanotubes for strain sensors. The composites showed good mechanical and durability performance, indicating a potential method for recycling waste PET into valuable and functional materials.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Fei Peng, Tingting Shan, Rongrui Chen, Jiulong Shi, Di Liu, Guoqiang Zheng, Chaojun Gao, Kun Dai, Chuntai Liu, Changyu Shen
Summary: Janus polymer films with distinct surface performance and potential applications were successfully prepared by vacuum-assisted hot-compressing method and spray coating. These films exhibit decent actuation performance and rapid selfpowered sensing property, and can be used for real-time acetone monitoring system.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Biao Cheng, Huafeng Quan, Yuefeng Zhang, Dong Huang, Tongqi Li, Chong Ye, Xingming Zhou, Zhen Fan, Yafang Zhang, Ting Ouyang, Fei Han, Hongbo Liu, Jinshui Liu
Summary: In this study, a binary graphite network was constructed to improve the thermal conductivity and control the formation of micrometer-scale open pores in phase change composites. The developed composites showed a high thermal conductivity and phase change enthalpy, making them promising for thermal control in space optical-mechanical systems and other critical aerospace components.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Shihao Zuo, Fei Cheng, Guangming Yang, Jiangzhou Li, Yongjun Deng, Guangjun Gou, Xuejun Cui, Yunsen Hu, Xiaozhi Hu
Summary: Micro-arc oxidation (MAO) treatment was used to modify aluminum (Al) alloys in order to improve bond strength with carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP). The treatment successfully created a porous surface with better hardness, roughness, and wetting, and introduced resin pre-coating (RPC) and carbon nanotube (CNT) fiber bridging to improve the bonding interface. The combined treatments significantly increased the bond strength by up to 156.1%, indicating the feasibility of MAO as an alternative method for manufacturing high-performance Al-CFRP composites in industrial production.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
James Kratz, Christophe Paris, Karolina Gaska, Vincent Maes, Ivana Partridge, Philippe Olivier
Summary: Faster heating rates and higher process temperatures can reduce the total process time while achieving the same degree-of-cure. Thermal analysis shows that thermoplastic interleaf particles melt at the recommended curing temperature. A short dwell at a lower temperature can prevent the mixing of thermoplastic particles and thermoset pre-polymer.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Thomas Maierhofer, Evripides G. Loukaides, Craig Carr, Chiara Bisagni, Richard Butler
Summary: Joining thermoset composites via resistance welding provides an efficient method for aerospace structures with benefits such as high-volume manufacturing and simplified surface preparation. The influence of welding parameters on joint performance is assessed using Mode I fracture toughness testing. A Bayesian approach is employed to select high-performance parameters.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Jiangan You, Ling Cai, Ronghua Yu, Haiping Xing, Jian Xue, Ying Li, Zhiwei Jiang, Dongmei Cui, Tao Tang
Summary: In response to the global environmental pollution crisis caused by waste plastics, recyclable design is an effective solution. A CPVC/PUA nanocomposite foam was developed using the plasticizing-foaming-reinforcing strategy, combined with catalytic carbonization. The foam exhibited high expansion ratio, robustness, solvent resistance, flame-triggered shape memory effect, and ablation resistance. The foam could be directly upcycled into functional carbon foam with attractive electromagnetic interference shielding performance.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Siyao Chen, Zhiyu Chen, Yangling Ou, Junwei Lyu, Junning Li, Xiangyang Liu, Yang Liu
Summary: In this study, we demonstrated the significant effect of composite interface on temperature increase in electrical heaters. By selectively fluorinating the outer walls of carbon nanotubes and compositing them with cellulose nanofibers, improved interfacial phonon diffusion was achieved, leading to a higher temperature increase rate.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
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)
