Review
Mechanics
Ziyu Zhao, Bing Li, Pibo Ma
Summary: This paper reviews recent research advances on the mechanical properties of various flexible composites and their application in aerospace and building materials. By blending the appropriate flexible polymer with additives, the desirable properties of flexible composites can be obtained. The discussion presented in this paper is of great significance for summarizing research trends and promoting structural optimization design.
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Xueqi Wang, Pixiang Wang, Shaoyang Liu, Justin Crouse, Douglas J. Gardner, Brian Via, Tom Gallagher, Thomas Elder, Yucheng Peng
Summary: The mechanical properties of homopolymer polypropylene (HPP) composites can be significantly improved by incorporating spray-dried cellulose nanocrystal (SDCNC) particles, which contribute to enhanced tensile modulus of elasticity (MOE), flexural MOE, and impact strength. The formation of a mechanical interlocking network between SDCNC particles and HPP enhances the impact strength of the composites. Additionally, SDCNC particles can act as heterogeneous nucleating agents, promoting the crystallization process of HPP. SDCNC particles also slightly enhance the thermal stability of the HPP composite.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Hana Vasatko, Lukas Gosch, Julian Jauk, Milena Stavric
Summary: The subject of this research is the growth of mycelium-based composites and their basic material properties. The study found that the composite material has qualities suitable for compression-only structures, temporary assemblies, and acoustic and thermal insulation. The research results have established a database for future investigations and applications.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Achile Nana, Rodrigue Cyriaque Kaze, Thamer Salman Alomayri, Hasan Suliman Assaedi, Juvenal Giogetti Nemaleu Deutou, Jean Ngoune, Herve Kouamo Tchakoute, Elie Kamseu, Cristina Leonelli
Summary: The thermal performance of pegmatite-based geopolymer composites was investigated, showing high flexural strength at 1000 degrees C. However, at 1100 degrees C, vitrification led to an increase in liquid phase and porosities, resulting in a reduction in strength.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Gyuri Kim, Pranabesh Sahu, Jeong Seok Oh
Summary: In this study, high-damping rubber composites were prepared by mixing SR materials with EPDM and their mechanical properties, thermal stability, compression set properties, and damping performance were investigated. The results showed that the addition of the SR phase significantly improved the physical properties and damping performance of the composites, as well as improved the compression set properties.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Jian Ye, Biao Zhang, Haoqian Zhang, Zhaoxin Zhong, Yang Wang, Qiang Liu, Feng Ye
Summary: A novel porosity gradient structure is proposed to solve the shortcomings of traditional layered structure for broadband wave-transmitting applications. The key to design and fabrication lies in the precise turning of the relative permittivity of each layer and their simultaneous shrinkage during sintering. Different porosity porous BN/Si3N4 composites were prepared and exhibited low and similar shrinkage after sintering at 1900 degrees C. Moreover, the composites with different porosities showed excellent mechanical properties.
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Chandra Sekhar Reddy Indukuri, Ruben Nerella
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the transport properties of a cement composite incorporated with graphene oxide (GO). The experimental results demonstrated that the addition of GO could significantly decrease water absorption, chloride migration coefficient, and chloride penetration depth in the cement composite specimens, while improving mechanical properties such as flexural strength and compressive strength. SEM analysis also showed that GO-cement composite specimens had a pore-filled structure. Overall, the incorporation of graphene oxide nano material effectively improved the transport properties of the cement composite.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Ariba Bibi, Abdul Shakoor, Niaz Ahmad Niaz, Sajjad Haider, Muhammad Saeed Akhtar
Summary: In this study, polyaniline/calcium titanate composites were successfully synthesized through the in situ polymerization of aniline with calcium titanate. The effect of calcium titanate on the properties of polyaniline was investigated, and it was found that it not only influenced the conductivity but also the thermoelectric properties of the resulting composites. XRD, SEM, and temperature-dependent electrical conductivity measurements were used to analyze the structural, morphological, and electrical properties of the materials.
Review
Engineering, Manufacturing
Xiaohong Zhang, Chengying Bai, Yingjie Qiao, Xiaodong Wang, Dechang Jia, Hongqiang Li, Paolo Colombo
Summary: Porous geopolymers have gained attention for their low cost, ease of fabrication, suitable properties, and thermal and chemical stability. Research efforts have been focused on exploring composite materials to enhance their properties and functionalities. This review aims to advance innovative fabrication methods and promote the technological application of porous geopolymer components.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Sharon Carol Volpe, Dino Leporini, Francesco Puosi
Summary: Using molecular dynamics simulations, we study the structure and mechanical response of a porous glassy system derived from phase separation of a model polymer melt. We find that coarsening dynamics control the slow structural evolution, while the mechanical response exhibits low values for Young's and shear modulus due to the porous structure. Large deformations result in intermittent stress-strain curves with avalanches of plastic events. This work extends previous numerical studies by considering the role of chain connectivity in the elastic and plastic responses of porous materials.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pubo Li, Xuhui Liu, Luyao Chen, Bintao Wu, Mangmang Gao
Summary: Chemical etching was used to generate nanopore defects on the surface of graphene oxide (GO), forming porous reduced graphene oxide (P-RGO) reinforcement, which effectively improved the interface bonding between graphene and Al matrix. P-RGO/Al hierarchical composites with alternating P-RGO rich zones and P-RGO free zones were prepared, showing significantly higher ultimate tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation compared to GO/Al composites. The nanopore defects in P-RGO increased specific surface area and provided nucleation sites for interfacial reactions, leading to enhanced interfacial bonding and load transfer.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Wondu Lee, Jooheon Kim
Summary: A porous boron nitride (p-BN) filler network was fabricated to overcome the limitations of existing phase-change material (PCM) composites. The novel p-BN network was prepared by freeze-casting and BN synthesis by calcination. Thermally conductive sodium acetate trihydrate (SAT) composites were fabricated by dip casting and hot-pressing using a hybrid filler system of p-BN and raw BN. The prepared SAT/p-BN/BN composite exhibited a latent heat of 112 J/g, high thermal conductivity of 4 W/mK, and 548% higher tensile stress. The SAT/p-BN/BN composites can be used to realize efficient thermal management by combining the heat saving and heat dissipation enabled by large latent heat and high thermal conductivity, promoting the development of battery thermal management systems.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Hong Lin, Guoqing Feng, Hongyu Wang, Haiyi Peng, Liangliang Cao, Huixing Lin, Hongtao Li, Fancheng Meng
Summary: This study explores the effects of BN addition on the mechanical and electrical properties of oxidative sintered Si3N4-BN composites. The results show that an appropriate amount of BN content can improve the densification, volume density, mechanical properties, and dielectric constant of the composite material, while excessive BN addition can increase the porosity and decrease the dielectric performance.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Athar Ali Khan Gorar, Ting Wang, Mohamadou Al Hassan, Abdul Qadeer Dayo, Wen-bin Liu, Jun Wang
Summary: In this study, hazelnut shell particles were added to a bisphenol-A aniline-based benzoxazine matrix and their effects on the matrix properties were investigated. The results showed that the addition of hazelnut shell particles led to a decrease in glass transition temperature, an increase in char yield, and a significant improvement in tensile and impact strength of the composites. Finite element analysis also demonstrated better stress analysis results for the hazelnut shell filled composites.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Paul J. Brigandi, Saurav Sengupta, Jeffrey Weinhold, John R. Reffner
Summary: This study investigates the phase morphology and physical properties of crosslinked EVA/NBR/CB polymer composites using an experimental and theoretical approach. The influence of varying molecular architecture and functionality of the NBR and EVA on material properties was found to be minimal, with mechanical properties correlating with the degree of crosslinking and CB loading.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Mathieu Imbert, Sebastien Comas-Cardona, Emmanuelle Abisset-Chavanne, David Prono
JOURNAL OF COMPOSITE MATERIALS
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
A. Hautefeuille, S. Comas-Cardona, C. Binetruy
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
A. Hautefeuille, S. Comas-Cardona, C. Binetruy
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Julie Hemmer, Anne-Sophie Lectez, Erwan Verron, Jean-Michel Lebrun, Christophe Binetruy, Sebastien Comas-Cardona
JOURNAL OF COMPOSITE MATERIALS
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
P. D. Mulye, J. Hemmer, L. Morancay, C. Binetruy, A. Leygue, S. Comas-Cardona, P. Pichon, D. Guillon
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
A. X. H. Yong, A. Aktas, D. May, A. Endruweit, S. V. Lomov, S. Advani, P. Hubert, S. G. Abaimov, D. Abliz, I. Akhatov, M. A. Ali, S. Allaoui, T. Allen, D. C. Berg, S. Bickerton, B. Caglar, P. Causse, A. Chiminelli, S. Comas-Cardona, M. Danzi, J. Dittmann, C. Dransfeld, P. Ermanni, E. Fauster, A. George, J. Gillibert, Q. Govignon, R. Graupner, V. Grishaev, A. Guilloux, M. A. Kabachi, A. Keller, K. Kind, D. Large, M. Laspalas, O. V. Lebedev, M. Lizaranzu, A. C. Long, C. Lopez, K. Masaniar, V. Michaud, P. Middendorf, P. Mitschang, S. van Oosterom, R. Schubnel, N. Sharp, P. Sousa, F. Trochu, R. Umer, J. Valette, J. H. Wang
Summary: This study conducted an international benchmark exercise on the measurement of fibre bed compaction behavior, revealing a large scatter in results among participants and the significant impact of wet conditions on the variation of results, with differences observed between two types of fabrics.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
S. Bancora, C. Binetruy, S. Advani, S. Comas-Cardona
Summary: The paper proposes a method to reconstruct the mesoscale geometry of a textile based on its mechanical response during compaction by using stress boundary conditions acquired through a pressure-sensitive film. By adopting an appropriate material law, the thickness and width information of the yarns can be deduced. This method can be applied on any domain size and capture long-range variability, providing a new approach for shape reconstruction.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Francois Mahe, Christophe Binetruy, Suresh Advani, Julien Ferec, Benedikt Eck
Summary: This article provides a general description of a random stack of solid particles and discusses the angular distribution of fine particles distributed evenly on a flat surface, as well as the analytical expression of volume fraction. It also introduces a generalized strain measurement method that takes into account the internal reorganizations of the microstructure and verifies the approach through digital generation.
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
S. Bancora, C. Binetruy, S. Advani, S. Comas-Cardona, A. Leygue
Summary: In the Resin Transfer Molding (RTM) process, a novel Dual-Scale Skeleton model (DSS) is introduced to solve the challenging task of simulating the dual-scale flow problem at an affordable computational cost. The DSS model replaces the three-dimensional geometry of a multi-layer layup with a skeletonized representation and uses a Reynolds-Darcy finite elements formulation to model the dual-scale flow. Numerical validation and application demonstration show that the DSS model is capable of simulating complex dual-scale flow problems at a reduced computational cost compared to full 3D solutions.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Vincent Lacoma, Jean-Luc Bailleul, Sandy Moisan, Guillaume Vincent, Christophe Binetruy, Olivier Kerbrat
Summary: This paper aims to propose a comprehensive environmental analysis method for assessing the environmental impact of the thermo-stamping manufacturing process of composite parts in the aerospace industry. A detailed description of the manufacturing process is provided, and material and energy balance models are established for each step. The study reveals that over-consumption of composite materials and energy consumed during heating and stamping have the greatest environmental impact on part manufacturing.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
R. S. B. Rathod, M. D. Goel, Tanusree Chakraborty, Vasant Matsagar, Pierrick Guegan, Christophe Binetruy
SN APPLIED SCIENCES
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Xi Liu, Wei Shen, Jincun Fu, Toshiaki Natsuki, Lvtao Zhu
Summary: The 3-D carbon fiber reinforced resin matrix composite tubes were designed and formed using a novel braiding-winding-pultrusion processing technique. The effects of temperature environments on the mechanical responses and damage behaviors of the composite tubes were investigated, and it was found that the structural design of the tubes directly affects their axial bearing capacity.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Weihao Yuan, Ziyang Zhang, Yueshan Li, Yudong Huang, Zhengxiang Zhong, Zhen Hu
Summary: In this study, the simultaneous self-healing of matrix and interface damage of fiber-reinforced composites was achieved by integrating extrinsic self-healing based on microcapsules and internal self-healing based on coordination interaction. The high exothermic action of epoxy resin and mercaptan repair agent in the self-healing process was observed using infrared thermal imaging technology for in-situ and real-time damage detection.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Israr Ud Din, Adnan Ahmed, Farah Tarek, Wesley Cantwell, Kamran A. Khan
Summary: In this study, a finite element model driven by XCT was developed to simulate the folding characteristics of origami structures, and the results showed good agreement with experimental data. The study demonstrates the potential application of XCT-driven FE modeling in simulating foldable structures.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Yishan Yang, Yukang Lai, Song Zhao, Hongguang Chen, Renshu Li, Yongjiang Wang
Summary: This study reports the synthesis of a new transparent fiber reinforced polymer material (tGFRP) with high transparency and superior mechanical properties by controlling the refractive index of epoxy resin and using a novel processing technique.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Yuhang Liu, Kai Huang, Junfeng Ding, Shangyang Yu, Zhixing Li, Li Zhang, Licheng Guo
Summary: This study proposes a method for accurately predicting the penetration failure load of composites using acoustic emission (AE) data. The method includes a cyclic loading test schedule and an extrapolation method based on uncertainty. The results show that this method can accurately predict the failure load when LR equals 1.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Jinxia Cai, Bing Xie, Yunliang Jiang, Jinshan Lu, Zeyu Li, Pu Mao, Mohsin Ali Marwat, Haibo Zhang
Summary: This research aims to develop ternary nanocomposites composed of polycarbonate, Al2O3 nanoparticles, and BaTiO3 nanowires for capacitive energy-storage. By optimizing the capacitor materials, the discharge energy density and efficiency have been improved, and the superiority of the ternary polymer nanocomposites for dielectric energy-storage has been validated through finite element analysis.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Hon Lam Cheung, Mohsen Mirkhalaf
Summary: The aim of this study is to develop physics-based models and establish a structure-property relationship for short fiber composites. High-fidelity full-field simulations are computationally expensive and time-consuming, so the use of artificial neural networks and transfer learning technique is proposed to solve this issue and improve modeling accuracy and efficiency.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Yue Jiang, Juyoung Leem, Ashley M. Robinson, Shuai Wu, Andy H. Huynh, Dongwon Ka, Ruike Renee Zhao, Yan Xia, Xiaolin Zheng
Summary: The effect of interface engineering on the combustion and mechanical performance of high-loading B/HTPB composites was investigated in this study. It was found that both covalently bonded and nonpolar/nonpolar interfaces effectively reduced the aggregation of B particles, promoting combustion efficiency and burning rate, and enhancing the mechanical properties of the composites.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
R. Mohsenzadeh, B. H. Soudmand, A. H. Najafi, M. Fattahi, D. P. Uyen
Summary: This study examines the morphological features of nano-zeolite nanoparticles incorporated into ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene nanocomposites. The dispersion of nanoparticles within the polymer matrix was improved following nano-zeolite incorporation. The size and distribution of nanoparticles were determined through tailored histograms, and the effective elastic moduli of nanocomposites were calculated, considering interfacial effects.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Chunming Ji, Jiqiang Hu, Rene Alderliesten, Jinchuan Yang, Zhengong Zhou, Yuguo Sun, Bing Wang
Summary: This paper investigates the effect of impact damage on the fatigue behavior of CF/PEEK-titanium hybrid laminates. A fatigue life model is proposed to predict the S-N curves of the laminates based on energy dissipation approach. The energy dissipation behavior of the laminates under different experimental conditions is analyzed through post-impact fatigue tests, and the correlation between impact damage and fatigue dissipation energy is determined. The validity of the proposed model is verified through fatigue tests under different stress ratios and impact energy levels.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Shaokai Hu, Ping Han, Chao Meng, Ying Yu, Shaolong Han, Haoyu Wang, Gang Wei, Zheng Gu
Summary: This study decorates MXene on the surface of carbon fiber using different bonding interactions to improve the interface adhesion and mechanical properties of carbon fiber-reinforced polymers composites (CFRPs). The results demonstrate that CFRPs reinforced by CF-c-MXene show the optimal properties, with significant improvements in impact strength and interfacial shear strength compared to the unsized carbon fiber-reinforced composites.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Steven U. Mamolo, Henry A. Sodano
Summary: This study demonstrates that chlorination of ANFs and oxygen plasma treatment of carbon fibers enables the formation of a chlorinated ANF (Cl-ANF) interphase, resulting in a 79.8% increase in interfacial shear strength and a 33.7% increase in short beam strength in CFRP composites. This method provides a rapid and reliable process to improve the mechanical properties of CFRPs without degrading the tensile strength of the carbon fibers.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Yuyang Zhang, Huimin Li, Xin Liu, Yanhong Chen, Chengwei Qin, Daining Fang
Summary: Establishing a prediction model for the mechanical properties of three-dimensional tubular braided composites at different temperatures is of great significance. This study adopted a multi-scale modeling framework based on micro-computed tomography to consider the characteristics of the real yarn cross section and establish a realistic trans-scale finite element model for the composites. The predicted mechanical properties were found to be significantly affected by temperature.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Shengtao Dai, Fei Yan, Jiaming Guo, Huiru Hu, Yu Liu, Liu Liu, Yuhui Ao
Summary: This study successfully synthesized a hyperbranched waterborne polyurethane sizing agent and cellulose nanocrystal modified zinc oxide nanohybrids to improve the interface and properties of carbon fiber reinforced composites. The modified composites exhibited remarkable enhancements in mechanical properties and exceptional UV resistance.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Libera Vitiello, Martina Salzano de Luna, Veronica Ambrogi, Giovanni Filippone
Summary: The identification of the percolation threshold in short fiber composites is crucial for assessing material properties and biodegradation speed. In this study, an original rheological approach was used to estimate the percolation threshold of hemp and kenaf-based composites, which showed good agreement with conventional dielectric spectroscopy analyses.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
