Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Bo Zhang, Shaohua Wu, Chuncheng Li, Yaonan Xiao, Jiajian Liu
Summary: A unique selective exfoliation method was developed to prepare micro/nano-PBO composite paper, which greatly improved its mechanical properties while preserving its ultrahigh heat resistance. The structurally optimized composite paper exhibited significantly enhanced mechanical strength, modulus, and electrical breakdown strength, making it a promising electrical insulating material for extreme environments.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Patcharapon Somdee, Manauwar Ali Ansari, Kalman Marossy
Summary: In this study, flexible and rigid polyurethane/copper composites were prepared via a simple solution casting process. The dispersion and chemical bonding of the filler were investigated, and the thermal properties and mechanical properties of the composites were analyzed. The results showed that the thermal conductivity of the composites was significantly improved compared to the pure polyurethane, and the mechanical properties were also enhanced. The study suggests that copper microparticles can serve as an active filler in both flexible and rigid polyurethane matrices.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Ting Gu, De-xiang Sun, Xu Xie, Xiao-dong Qi, Jing-hui Yang, Yan-zhou Lei, Yong Wang
Summary: This article introduces a method for preparing renewable high thermal conductivity composites and investigates their thermal and mechanical properties. The results show that the composites exhibit high thermal conductivity, good mechanical properties, flame retardancy, and electrical conductivity.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Zhifeng Wang, Jun Tong, Wei Li, Haichen Zhang, Manfeng Hu, Haichu Chen, Hui He
Summary: In this study, polypropylene/graphite intercalation compound (PP/GIC) composites were prepared at different temperatures through melt mixing, demonstrating improved dispersion and performance at higher temperatures, suggesting potential applications.
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Congmei Lin, Bing Huang, Zhijian Yang, Feiyan Gong, Xu Zhao, Liping Pan, Jianhu Zhang, Shijun Liu, Jiahui Liu, Jiang Li, Shaoyun Guo
Summary: By incorporating nano-TATB particles into PBX, significant improvements in mechanical properties such as storage modulus, strength, and toughness can be achieved. This enhancement is attributed to the nano effect of nanoparticles and the interlocking block formed on the rough surface of nano-TATB, providing stronger interfacial interaction.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Bo Niu, Haochen Shen, Tong Li, Hongyu Zhang, Zhen Qian, Yu Cao, Yayun Zhang, Donghui Long
Summary: In this study, phenolic-based composites with co-optimized thermal insulation and mechanical properties were prepared by adjusting resin concentration and fabric braiding angle. The resulting composites exhibited lower density and thermal conductivity, higher tensile strength, and comparable ablation resistance.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Chenping Zhang, Yugang Duan, Hong Xiao, Ben Wang, Yueke Ming, Yansong Zhu, Fugan Zhang
Summary: This paper investigates the interlaminar bond strength of laser in-situ consolidation CF/PEEK thermoplastic composites. The results show that porosity significantly affects the interlaminar shear strength, while there is no correlation between crystallinity and interlaminar shear strength. The interlaminar shear strength in the heated tool in-situ consolidation group is significantly higher than the constant pressure in-situ consolidation group.
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Fuzhong Wang, Bohang Wang, Ya Zhang, Fei Zhao, Zihan Qiu, Lin Zhou, Shiwei Chen, Minxian Shi, Zhixiong Huang
Summary: Graphene nanoplatelets/silicon carbide nanowires hybrid films were successfully produced and used as reinforcements for laminated composites. The incorporation of silicon carbide nanowires significantly improved the thermal conductivity of the composites. The hybrid films also enhanced the storage modulus and interlaminar shear strength of the composites.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Ping Tang, Zijian Zhang, Chenxin Guo, Shaohua Zeng, Pengpeng Chen, Ying Xu, Wangyan Nie, Yifeng Zhou
Summary: Carbon nanotubes have great potential for use in microelectronic packaging due to their excellent thermal conductivities. However, their high electroconductibility and poor radial conductivity limit their application in insulating materials. In this study, a heterostructured brushlike hybrid was prepared by anchoring amine-functionalized multiwalled carbon nanotubes onto insulating montmorillonite. The resulting composites exhibited improved thermal conductivity, mechanical properties, and thermal stability, providing a promising strategy for fabricating polymer composites.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Yuge Ouyang, Liuyang Bai, Huafeng Tian, Xiaofei Li, Fangli Yuan
Summary: This paper reviews the current progress in the development of Al2O3 reinforced polymer composites, including preparation methods, heat conduction mechanisms, factors affecting thermal conductivity, methods for improving thermal conductivity, and emerging applications. It also identifies several outstanding issues that need to be addressed in order to achieve higher thermal conductivity.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Chenglin Li, Hao Zhang, Xiaowen Zhang, Zechao Zhang, Nan Li, Ying Liu, Xiuting Zheng, Dali Gao, Daming Wu, Jingyao Sun
Summary: With the continuous development of modern electronic equipment, thermal management of electronic devices has become increasingly important. This study focuses on developing electronic equipment shells with superior thermal conductivity and mechanical properties. A bi-continuous structure is used to balance the relationship between thermal conductivity and mechanical properties.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Alexander Poellinger, Thomas Koch, Stefan Krenn, Fabian Wilde, Domonkos Tolnai, Bernhard Plank, Sarah Heupl, Johannes Bernardi, Karin Whitmore, Marc Langela, Sandra Seichter, Michael Schoebel
Summary: Efficient transport of hydrogen is crucial for the widespread adoption of renewable energy. Reciprocating piston compressors with high strength non-lubricated sealing solutions are key technologies to meet the demands for gas purity and high-pressure gradients in hydrogen applications.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Yingze Li, Nuo Xu, Hanxiong Lyu, Naiyu Jiang, Hongyan Zhang, Nan Zhou, Dongxing Zhang
Summary: In this study, a mixture sizing agent containing hydroxylated boron nitride and polyetherimide was synthesized to improve the interfacial adhesion between carbon fiber and polyetheretherketone. The synergistic effects of hydrogen bonding, 7C-7C interaction, and good compatibility were evaluated to enhance the miscibility, mechanical properties, and tribological properties of the composites.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Ji-un Jang, Seung Hwan Lee, Jaewoo Kim, Seong Yun Kim, Seong Hun Kim
Summary: Studies have shown that the fraction of the secondary filler inducing the maximum synergistic effect decreases with increasing total filler content, leading to an anti-synergistic effect at high fractions. Effective phonon transfer and high thermal conductivity can be achieved at the optimum fraction due to improved filler network formation. The Kim-Jang-Lee model was proposed for both the synergistic and anti-synergistic effects based on the ratio of fillers in the composites.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Yevgen Mamunya, Oleksii Maruzhenko, Roman Kolisnyk, Maksym Iurzhenko, Andrii Pylypenko, Olha Masiuchok, Marcin Godzierz, Igor Krivtsun, Barbara Trzebicka, Sebastien Pruvost
Summary: Electrothermal processes were investigated in pyroresistive composites of high-density polyethylene with carbon black and carbon fibers. The kinetic heating curves showed an exponential dependence with a heating rate constant for each composite. Equilibrium temperature was reached after a short heating time, and decreased with the presence of positive temperature coefficient of resistance (PTC) effect. The composites exhibited self-regulating capability and the equilibrium temperature depended on the applied voltage and electric power with different relationships. An application of using HDPE-CB composite as a heating element for resistance welding was demonstrated.
Article
Archaeology
Veronica Ciaramitaro, Francesco Armetta, Monica de Cesare, Maria Luisa Saladino
Summary: The analysis and identification of color traces found in architectural elements and artifacts from the Archeological Park of Segesta (Trapani, Italy) were conducted using various non-invasive techniques. The study identified several pigments, including hematite, umber, vegetable black, and bone black. Despite the limited amount of detectable pigment, the investigation provided insight into the ancient civilizations and allowed for a glimpse into the past.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Francesco Armetta, Vitalii Boiko, Dariusz Hreniak, Rosina C. Ponterio, Maria Luisa Saladino
Summary: A method was developed to prepare luminescent inks of YPO4:Eu dispersions with PVA. YPO4:Eu nanoparticles were prepared by precipitation and hydrothermal treatment. The process included systematic studies on preparing stable colloidal system, investigating the parameters affecting its stability and UV-excited YPO4:Eu emission intensity. The interaction responsible for the dispersion stability was also investigated.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Francesco Armetta, Maria Luisa Saladino, Maria Clara Martinelli, Rosario Vilardo, Gianfranco Anastasio, Sebastiano Trusso, Viviana Mollica Nardo, Dario Giuffrida, Rosina Celeste Ponterio
Summary: This study combines portable X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy with multivariate analysis to investigate glass supports in the archaeological park of the Aeolian Islands. The analysis of normalized peak areas provides a reliable grouping based on elemental compositions, offering a guideline for chemometrics in XRF data analysis.
Article
Mathematics, Applied
G. Landia, G. V. Spinelli, F. Zama, D. Chillura Martino, P. Conte, P. Lo Meo, V. Bortolotti
Summary: Fast Field-Cycling Nuclear Magnetic Resonance relaxometry is a non-destructive technique used to investigate molecular dynamics and structure in various applications. This paper models the parameter identification problem as a constrained L1-regularized non-linear least squares problem and proposes an algorithm to compute the regularization parameter and model parameters. The convergence properties of the algorithm are analyzed, and extensive testing on synthetic and real data is conducted.
APPLIED MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTATION
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Francesco Armetta, Dario Giuffrida, Maria Clara Martinelli, Viviana Mollica Nardo, Maria Luisa Saladino, Rosina Celeste Ponterio
Summary: The goal of this work is to contribute to the study of Neolithic painted pottery through the chemical characterization of samples from the Aeolian Islands. Analysis of 16 different sherds revealed the presence of pigments, including some no longer visible to the naked eye, and provided information about pottery differentiation using FT-IR.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Francesco Armetta, Rosina Celeste Ponterio, Ivana Pibiri, Maria Luisa Saladino
Summary: This paper reports on the investigation of metal finds from the wreck of a Punic ship, using techniques such as portable X-ray fluorescence and Raman spectroscopy to identify their composition. The degradation of these finds in the underwater environment was also explained through the analysis of micro-samples using X-ray diffractometry, polarised optical microscopy, and scanning electron microscopy.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Francesco Armetta, Mattia Gaboardi, Jasper Plaisier, Maria Luisa Saladino
Summary: Yttrium aluminium gallium garnet (YAGG) doped with rare-earth ions has been synthesized via the urea glass route followed by thermal treatment. The formation of the garnet was studied in situ using synchrotron powder diffraction. The results show that the onset of formation of the garnet is about 860 degrees C, with comparable cell parameters for both undoped and doped YAGG. A possible growth mechanism of YAGG is discussed based on observed microstructural parameters.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Francesco Armetta, Dario Giuffrida, Rosina C. Ponterio, Maria Fernanda Falcon Martinez, Francesca Briani, Elena Pecchioni, Alba Patrizia Santo, Veronica C. Ciaramitaro, Maria Luisa Saladino
Summary: This paper presents the findings of an investigation into six microsamples taken from the vault of San Panfilo Church in Tornimparte (AQ). The study aimed to identify the composition of the pigments and protective/varnishes, analyze the executive technique, evaluate the conservation state, and gather evidence of past restoration works. The samples were analyzed using optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and infrared and Raman spectroscopy. This investigation was carried out as part of the Tornimparte project Archeometric investigation of the pictorial cycle of Saturnino Gatti in Tornimparte (AQ, Italy), sponsored by the Italian Association of Archeometry (AIAr) in 2021.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Junaid Saleem, Zubair Khalid Baig Moghal, Adriaan S. Luyt, R. A. Shakoor, Gordon McKay
Summary: Spin coating is commonly used to prepare thin films with uniformity and controlled thickness. However, it has not been successful in producing free-standing thin films of polyolefins due to their insufficient strength. In this study, we have achieved free-standing thin films of polyolefins, such as polyethylene, with varying thickness. These films can be used for hydrophobic coating, filtration membranes, and oil-sorbents.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Antonella Di Vincenzo, Delia Chillura Martino, Elena Piacenza, Pellegrino Conte, Alberto Pettignano, Giuseppe Lazzara, Paolo Lo Meo
Summary: Significant activity improvement was achieved by associating graphene oxide-silver composite photocatalysts with cyclodextrin-based nanosponge materials, due to the synergistic effect provided by the supramolecular host abilities of the nanosponge. The nanosponge-based materials showed enhanced performances in the oxidative photodegradation of organic pollutants and good recyclability. The local concentration effect provided by the nanosponge is attributed to the activity improvement.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Francesco Armetta, Vitalii Boiko, Dariusz Hreniak, Cecilia Mortalo, Cristina Leonelli, Ludovico Barbata, Maria Luisa Saladino
Summary: This study reports a method for controlling the desired shape and microstructure of YPO4:Eu3+ nanoparticles using the precipitation method followed by hydrothermal treatment. The method allows for highly controlled formation of YPO4:Eu3+ by selecting appropriate synthesis parameters. The shape and size of the nano-needle-shaped particles can be independently controlled in both directions through autoclave processing time, as confirmed by various analytical techniques.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Maduka L. Weththimuni, Giacomo Fiocco, Chiara Milanese, Alberto Spinella, Maria Luisa Saladino, Marco Malagodi, Maurizio Licchelli
Summary: The aim of this research is to investigate the improvement of varnish resistance to different aging processes for classical violins. The traditional varnish was recreated in the laboratory and functionalized with a cross-linking agent. The functionalized varnish exhibited enhanced resistance to aging, particularly in terms of photostability and hardness.
Article
Polymer Science
Junaid Saleem, Zubair Khalid Baig Moghal, Rana A. Shakoor, Adriaan S. Luyt, Gordon McKay
Summary: Mixed polyolefin-based waste requires immediate attention to mitigate its negative impact on the environment. The separation of these plastics is energy-intensive due to their similar densities, and they cannot be blended without compatibilizers due to their inherent incompatibility. This study presents non-wettable microporous sheets made from recycled polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), which demonstrate efficient oil-water separation and high reusability. These findings emphasize the importance of sustainable solutions for plastic recycling and mitigating oil spill problems.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Aleksandra Gerus, Vitalii Boiko, Veronica Concetta Ciaramitaro, Maria Luisa Saladino, Dariusz Hreniak
Summary: This paper reports on the control of high brightness persistent luminescence of the smallest ZGO:Cr nanoparticles by optimizing hydrothermal synthesis parameters. The influence of pH solution, synthesis temperature, and calcination on structure and optical properties was systematically investigated. The results show that different synthesis conditions modify the trap depths distribution, affecting the duration and intensity of persistent luminescence.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Veronica Ciaramitaro, Elena Piacenza, Paolo Lo Meo, Calogero Librici, Martina M. Calvino, Pellegrino Conte, Giuseppe Lazzara, Delia F. Chillura Martino
Summary: The researchers modified starch films by adding citric acid and polyethylene glycol 200, which improved their properties and inhibited starch chains' retrogradation and recrystallization. By observing the mobility of the polymer chains through ss-NMR, the study revealed a different polymer chain structural organization, which explained the film's higher resistance to thermal degradation and greater elongation at the break.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
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)