Article
Materials Science, Composites
Ernesto Saenz, Marcos del Rio, Pablo Venegas
Summary: The challenge of incorporating carbon fiber and thermoplastic resin in wind turbine rotor-blades lies in their behavior during lightning events. A comparative study using lightning and dielectric strength tests was conducted, revealing that the behavior of the resins was similar. The integration of earth terminals in carbon fiber laminates was crucial for proper lightning discharge, and the fiber-to-fiber and fiber-to-terminal contact affected the electrical resistance of the laminates.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Muniyan Vijayan, Velappan Selladurai, Gurusamy Balaganesan, Ganesan Suganya Priyadharshini
Summary: In this research, nanosilica was added to fiber metal laminates (FML) to improve their interfacial bonding and mechanical strength. Various tests and analyses were conducted to examine the effects of nanosilica addition on the FML. The results showed significant improvements in strength and thermal stability with the addition of nanosilica.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Astronomy & Astrophysics
Min Ming, Yuanze Jiang, Jingyi Zhang, Zhizhao Wang, Qing Xiao, Huizong Duan, Hsien-Chi Yeh
Summary: Space-based gravitational wave detection requires high measurement sensitivity using inter-satellite laser interferometry, but misalignment and wavefront distortion of the laser transmitting beam can impact the accuracy of the interferometer measurements.
CLASSICAL AND QUANTUM GRAVITY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yuqiang Han, Qinghua Que, Ran Cheng, Chunfa Lin, Wenqing Han, Enhao Wang, Junyi Zhu, Haoran Yan
Summary: A novel SiCf reinforced Ti-(Al3Ti + Al3Ni)/SiCf-MIL composite was successfully prepared, with the NiTi/Al interface reaction occurring prior to the Ti/Al interface reaction to form an Al3Ti + Al3Ni zone, preventing the formation of centerline defect.
METALS AND MATERIALS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Hamza Blala, Lihui Lang, Lei Li, Sergei Alexandrov
Summary: FMLs have attracted attention in the advanced industry due to their unique properties, however, traditional forming methods are not suitable for high-volume manufacturing. A cost-effective automated approach for mass production of small parts has been proposed by researchers.
COMPOSITES COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Ye Sun, Limin Bao, Chao Luo, Anchang Xu, Changjie Chen
Summary: This study compared the tensile properties of ramie fibers and the adhesion of ramie and resin at different temperatures. The results showed that 190 degrees C was the most suitable temperature for the formation of unidirectional composites. The study also found that sliver was the most suitable reinforcing material for unidirectional composites, and the tensile strength and modulus increased linearly with the fiber volume content.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhenqiang Wang, Xin Zhang, Mengyan Liu, Yanyuan Zhou, Zepeng Zha, Changfeng Li, Yong Yang, Jiandong Wang, Fengchun Jiang
Summary: A novel continuous NiTi Shape Memory Alloy Fiber Reinforced (SMAFR) B2-FeAl based metal-intermetallic laminate (MIL) composite was prepared and characterized. The composite exhibited a multi-layer structure comprising a stainless steel layer, an intermetallic layer, and an intermediate transition layer. The SMAFR MIL composite demonstrated superior mechanical properties compared to the MIL composite without NiTi fibers, attributed to the high tensile properties of NiTi fiber, the good interfacial bonding, strong interfacial reaction products, and pullout effect of NiTi fibers.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Saki Hasebe, Ryo Higuchi, Tomohiro Yokozeki, Shin-ichi Takeda
Summary: This study develops a decision tree based multi-task learning scheme to predict impact damage information solely from an external surface profile. Through low-velocity impact tests and damage measurement, a dataset is created to investigate the correlations between impact damage and impact conditions. The results infer that multi-task learning has advantages in prediction accuracy and model plausibility.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Priyanka Tiwari, Manish Yadav, Aiswarjya Bastia, G. C. Pandey, Chandana Rath
Summary: This study investigates the effect of Cr doping on the structure and magnetic properties of a GdMnO3 (GMO) perovskite, finding enhanced magnetic temperature and unusual magnetic switching behavior. The results indicate that Cr doping leads to a structural transformation and a decrease in the Jahn-Teller distortion factor of GdMnO3 (GMCO).
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Yongtak Kim, Wonjin Na, Minkook Kim, Min Wook Lee
Summary: This study developed simple stitch-assisted carbon fiber-aluminum laminates using vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM) to improve the interfacial adhesive strength and toughness. The stitching effectively prevented delamination crack propagation, resulting in significantly improved mechanical properties of the laminates.
JOURNAL OF REINFORCED PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Mechanics
Sander van den Broek, Sergio Minera, Eelco Jansen, Raimund Rolfes
Summary: The sensitivity of buckling behavior in structures to imperfections, particularly fiber misalignments in composite structures, is addressed in this paper using random field analysis. By quantifying the effects of misalignments and making small changes to the local fiber orientation, the structure's performance can be improved and its robustness to misalignments increased. Stochastic analyses show an overall increase in buckling load and a reduction in variability, demonstrating the effectiveness of the approach in enhancing structural performance.
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Ke Yuan, Kai Liu, Zhonggang Wang, Mingzhi Yang
Summary: This study examined the mechanical behavior of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) materials subjected to local loads through experiments and numerical simulations. The results showed that materials in beam shape exhibited higher perforation resistance and more diverse damage patterns compared to square-shaped specimens. The findings were further validated through numerical simulations considering strain-rate effects.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF IMPACT ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Optics
Jingxuan Ban, Gang Chen, Yue Meng, Junfeng Shu
Summary: In a fiber optic gyroscope rotational inertial navigation system, attitude errors may change due to the change of misalignment angles. It is difficult to calibrate different kinds of misalignment angles using traditional methods. Therefore, a calibration method based on fine alignment algorithm is proposed. The accuracy of this method is proven through simulations and experiments, and it has been found that this method can significantly reduce position errors.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Radim Kocich, Lenka Kuncicka
Summary: The study focuses on the relationship between electric properties and structural features in newly designed laminated Al/Cu conductors manufactured through rotary swaging and subjected to two post-process heat treatments. Structural analysis was conducted using scanning and transmission electron microscopy, mechanical properties were investigated through microhardness measurements, and both experimental examination and numerical simulation were used to analyze the electric properties during direct and alternating current transfers. The fabrication of the laminate via rotary swaging resulted in advantageous combinations of electric and mechanical properties, and the laminate design effectively reduced power losses during alternating current transfer. The specific electric resistivity was mainly affected by structural features, such as grain size, grain boundaries and twinning, and texture orientations and intensity. The lowest specific electric resistivity (22.7 omega mx10-9) was observed in the swaged laminate heat treated at 350 degrees C with structure restoration. Annealing at 250 degrees C partially restored the structure, resulting in a bimodal grain size distribution and significant deterioration of the electric properties.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yangchuan Cai, Lisong Zhu, Yan Cui, Jian Han
Summary: In this study, a laminated HEA consisting of FeCoCrNi and FeCoCrNiAl was manufactured using laser melting deposition technology. The FeCoCrNiAl section demonstrated high strength and low toughness, while the FeCoCrNi section exhibited good ductility and toughness. The FeCoCrNi + FeCoCrNiAl-laminated HEA showed excellent ductility, strength, and crack resistance.
Article
Engineering, Civil
Yanfei Zhao, Bo Lu, Yicheng Song, Junqian Zhang
FRONTIERS OF STRUCTURAL AND CIVIL ENGINEERING
(2019)
Article
Electrochemistry
Yu Li, Bo Lu, Bingkun Guo, Yicheng Song, Junqian Zhang
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2019)
Review
Physics, Multidisciplinary
Bo Lu, Chengqiang Ning, Dingxin Shi, Yanfei Zhao, Junqian Zhang
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Min Lu, Fang Wang, Xiangguo Zeng, Wenjun Chen, Junqian Zhang
THEORETICAL AND APPLIED FRACTURE MECHANICS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dawei Li, Yikai Wang, Bo Lu, Junqian Zhang
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shaohui Wen, Bo Lu, Yanfei Zhao, Yicheng Song, Junqian Zhang
Summary: This paper identifies a phenomenon of "feigned death" induced by partial delithiation in silicon composite electrodes, which can be completely recovered by providing a reboot with full delithiation, confirming the integrity of the electrode. The feigned death is caused by asymmetric phase transformation between crystalline and amorphous phases in silicon electrodes, triggered by a high depth of lithiation generating the c-Li3.75Si phase but a low depth of delithiation not eliminating the crystalline phase.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yanfei Zhao, Dingxin Shi, Bo Lu, Junqian Zhang
Summary: The influence of contact loss at the interface on the stress and stress gradient in the active particle during delithiation and relaxation is significant, affecting the mechanical-chemical coupling. In the later stage of delithiation, stress is mainly affected by incomplete interfacial constraint, while the effect of concentration gradient becomes negligible.
ACTA MECHANICA SOLIDA SINICA
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Eryue Gao, Bo Lu, Yanfei Zhao, Jiemin Feng, Yicheng Song, Junqian Zhang
Summary: A stress-regulated fast charging protocol has been studied to accelerate charging without rapid degradation, which significantly shortens the charging process without sacrificing cycling stability and capacity utilization. The proposed protocol appears superior to other fast charging protocols in achieving a balance of charging speed and cycling performance.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Yifei Qian, Bo Lu, Yinhua Bao, Yanfei Zhao, Yicheng Song, Junqian Zhang
Summary: This study reveals the positive effect of prelithiation on suppressing degradation of lithium-ion battery (LIB) electrodes through an analytical model, showing that well-designed prelithiation can effectively improve the mechanical stability of LIBs.
APPLIED MATHEMATICS AND MECHANICS-ENGLISH EDITION
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
J. J. Nie, S. W. Sun, Y. C. Song, B. Lu, A. K. Soh, J. Q. Zhang
Summary: This study investigates the impacts of irregular electrode shape on lithiation performance. It finds that uneven lithiation and edge effects occur in square electrodes, leading to poorer cyclic performance. Numerical simulations reveal that strong electric fields near the electrode edges result in highly inhomogeneous lithium flux, causing fast lithiation saturation and dendrite growth. The same edge effects are also observed in face-to-face electrodes, leading to a fake lithiation saturation phenomenon. Strategies to minimize edge effects, such as reducing electrode sharp tips, are suggested to improve electrochemical performance.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Guanzhong Liu, Xing-yu Zhang, Bo Lu, Yicheng Song, Yun Qiao, Xufeng Guo, Shengqi Ao, Junqian Zhang, Daining Fang, Yinhua Bao
Summary: This study presents a novel and rational rigid-supple integrated flexible lithium ion battery inspired by crocodile skin, which achieves high energy density and high flexibility simultaneously. The fabricated battery demonstrates a record-setting volumetric energy density and maintains stable electrochemical performance even after undergoing extensive bending and charge/discharge cycles.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hongquan Lu, Bin Dong, Junqian Zhang, Chaofeng Lu, Haifei Zhan
Summary: This study investigated the deformation behavior of copper nanowire under coupled tension-torsion loading using atomistic simulations. The results showed that the yielding pattern and dislocation pattern of the nanowire varied with different torsion/tension strain ratios. Additionally, the deformation behavior of the nanowire differed under tension-dominated loading and torsion-dominated loading. These findings have important implications for engineering applications.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Bo Lu, Yanan Yuan, Yinhua Bao, Yanfei Zhao, Yicheng Song, Junqian Zhang
Summary: This article systematically reviews the efforts on mechanics-based design for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), discussing two types of mechanics-based LIB designs at the preparation stage and the cycling stage, as well as the general problems faced and possible solutions.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dawei Li, Hongfei Wan, Huibing Liu, Yikai Wang, Junqian Zhang
Summary: This study optimized an in situ method for measuring the mechanical behavior and properties of silicon-based electrodes during electrochemical cycling. The research found that the swell strain and partial molar volume of Si electrodes increase with the Li concentration, while the elastic modulus generally decreases. The in-plain stress transforms from tensile stress to compressive stress during lithiation and shows an increasing tendency, but reverses during delithiation. These findings provide input parameters for battery modeling and help understand capacity fading of Si electrodes.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Kangning Xu, Yicheng Song, Bo Lu, Junqian Zhang
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(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)
