Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sijia Cheng, Shengnan Li, Huanda Zheng, Bing Du, Laijiu Zheng
Summary: An ecofriendly printing strategy was developed using supercritical CO2 as treatment medium for meta-aramid fabric. The printed fabric showed violet and yellow hue with printing permeability of basic violet 16% and basic yellow 40%. The printed meta-aramid fabric exhibited satisfactory stiffness, air permeability and breaking strength, meeting the wearable requirement. Compared with water-based printing, the printed fabric showed excellent color fastness and fluorescence emission, making it suitable for warning materials.
JOURNAL OF SUPERCRITICAL FLUIDS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
N. Ramasamy, V Arumugam, Suresh C. Kumar
Summary: The research focuses on improving interfacial adhesion in aramid/epoxy composites through various chemical treatments of aramid fiber surfaces. The treated fibers showed significantly higher ILSS and IFSS compared to untreated fibers, as well as higher single fiber tensile strength. This study highlights the importance of surface modification in enhancing the mechanical properties of aramid fibers in composites.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Wanyu Liu, Yue Li, Shunmin Yi, Limin Wang, Haigang Wang, Jingfa Zhang
Summary: By modifying continuous aramid fiber, the tensile strength, tensile modulus, and impact strength of wood plastic composites were significantly increased, enhancing the overall performance of the resulting composites.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yang Li, Gaoyi Xie, Rong Li, Yujie Wu, Changqin Chen, Zhu Luo
Summary: In this study, a two-step process combining hot air treatment and graft reaction of polyamide acid assisted with supercritical carbon dioxide was used for the surface modification of para-aramid fiber. The results showed that the thickness of the grafted layer on the fiber surface was increased successfully, and the interfacial shear strength was significantly improved. This study provides a feasible method for the interfacial modification of para-aramid fiber and expands the application of supercritical carbon dioxide in its surface modification.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Jiyin Song, Chaofeng Chen, Xue Du, Xiaoling Sun, Peng Zhang, Yufang Ma, Haijuan Kong, Muhuo Yu
Summary: This study investigates the influence of using coatings made from aramid nanofibers (ANFs) on the surface treatment of aramid fiber and reinforced polycarbonate (PC) composite (AF/PC). The coatings were made by modifying PC/CH2Cl2 solution with ANFs to enhance the adhesion and compatibility of the composites. The results show that the modified fiber has better wettability and increased interfacial bonding strength between PC and aramid fiber.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Junwei Lv, Yushang Liu, Yitian Qin, Qian Yin, Siyao Chen, Zheng Cheng, Junyi Yin, Yu Dai, Yang Liu, Xiangyang Liu
Summary: By constructing a hierarchically structured interphase and enhancing the interfacial shear strength and toughness through the in-situ grafting and foaming of polyurea on fiber surface and penetrating epoxy resin into the pores of aramid composites, significant improvements were achieved. The newly formed covalent bonded interfaces between fiber-polyurea and polyurea-epoxy resin greatly enhanced the interfacial shear strength by 115.9% and the interfacial shear toughness (GIC) by 493.2%, demonstrating the effectiveness of the strengthening and toughening mechanisms.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2021)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Faisal Aboelksim Salem Allafi, Md Sohrab Hossain, Mohd Omar Ab Kadir, Marwan Abdul Hakim Shaah, Japareng Lalung, Mardiana Idayu Ahmad
Summary: The use of supercritical CO2 technology in sheep wool processing is cleaner and more environmentally friendly, with the potential for sterilization, lanolin extraction, cleaning, and drying all in one process. This promising technology can effectively reduce the generation of toxic effluents.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yeou-Fong Li, Hsin-Fu Wang, Jin-Yuan Syu, Gobinathan Kadagathur Ramanathan, Ying-Kuan Tsai, Man Hoi Lok
Summary: By incorporating aramid fiber and carbon fiber into concrete in a hybrid manner, this study aimed to enhance the static and impact mechanical properties of the material. The test results showed that the presence of a coupling agent on carbon fibers affected the mechanical strength of the reinforced concrete, with a 50-50% mix proportion of Kevlar/carbon fiber significantly improving compressive, flexural, and splitting tensile strengths. Additionally, the hybrid fiber-reinforced concrete exhibited better performance in mechanical strength and impact resistance compared to concrete with only Kevlar or carbon fibers.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zheng Cheng, Xin Li, Junwei Lv, Yang Liu, Xiangyang Liu
Summary: Enhancing the interfacial performance of aramid fiber is crucial for composite properties. A new skin construction significantly improves interfacial shear stability, leading to a remarkable increase in tear resistance and ultimately enhancing the overall interfacial properties of composites.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiongke Jin, Xun-En Wu, Huarun Liang, Haomin Wang, Shuo Li, Haojie Lu, Peng Bi, Jiali Niu, Yang Wu, Yingying Zhang
Summary: This study addresses the issue of inferior mechanical properties of macroscopic assemblies of nanomaterials by achieving strong interfacial interactions between aramid nanofibers and graphene oxide nanosheets and regulating the topological properties to form a super-strong and super-tough nanofiber film. The film possesses a nacre-like microstructure that deflects microcracks and demonstrates remarkable tensile strength and toughness, as well as excellent tolerance to extreme temperatures and fatigue resistance.
MATERIALS HORIZONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
J. Zeng, H. Kong, X. Du, Q. Xu, F. Jiang, B. Li, M. Yu
Summary: PBO fibers have excellent mechanical properties but poor adhesion with resin matrix due to inert and smooth surfaces. This study successfully enhanced the interfacial properties and wettability of PBO fibers by modifying the fiber surface with BisAPAF in supercritical CO2.
MATERIALS TODAY CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiajun Luo, Yeye Wen, Tao Li, Xiangzheng Jia, Xudong Lei, Ziyi Zhang, Zhihua Xiao, Xianqian Wu, Zhenfei Gao, Enlai Gao, Kun Jiao, Jin Zhang
Summary: This research reports heterocyclic aramid fibers with high interfacial shear strength and high tensile strength. The azide-functionalized graphene oxide nanosheets are used to crosslink the nitrile-modified poly-(benzimidazole-terephthalamide) polymer chains, which improves the interchain interaction and crystallinity of fibers. These effects contribute to the high mechanical performances of the fibers.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
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
Polymer Science
Merve Ozkutlu, Goknur Bayram, Cerag Dilek
Summary: By using CO2-philic nanoparticles, octatrimethylsiloxy polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes (POSS), the affinity of poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) to CO2 in supercritical carbon dioxide (scCO(2)) foaming can be increased, resulting in improved foaming performance and foam morphology. The composite foams showed smaller average pore sizes and higher pore densities compared to neat PMMA, with the smallest pore diameter and highest pore density achieved under specific processing conditions.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ziyi Zhang, Xiangzheng Jia, Chun Li, Lanying Li, Yeye Wen, Zhenfei Gao, Jiangwei Zhang, Enlai Gao, Kun Jiao, Jin Zhang
Summary: Heterocyclic aramid fibers are widely used in aerospace and protection fields due to their excellent mechanical properties. However, their weak interfacial combination with epoxy matrix materials hinders their application as reinforcement. This study introduces a novel method to enhance both mechanical properties by incorporating graphene oxide and 4,4'-diamino-2'-chlorobenzanilide through in-situ polymerization.
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Hao Wu, Xinpeng Hu, Xiaolong Li, Mengjie Sheng, Xinxin Sheng, Xiang Lu, Jinping Qu
Summary: Thermal therapy based on phase change materials (PCMs) shows great promise in personal thermal care, with EMP based shape-stable phase change composites (SSPCCs) prepared via water-assisted melt blending showing improved light-to-thermal conversion efficiency. The EMP-0.8 SSPCCs exhibit high melting and freezing phase change enthalpies, with stable performance after multiple cycles, making them suitable for personal thermal therapy applications.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Changkai Linghu, Lijin Xie, Le Yang, Xiaolong Li, Yao Tao, Yinhan Xu, Zhu Luo
Summary: In this study, double-monomer grafted PLA compatibilizers were prepared using grafted maleic anhydrides (MAHs) and epoxy groups. FTIR and H-1-NMR were used to measure the grafting degrees and structures of the grafted products. The results showed that PLA grafted with different degrees of MAH and epoxy groups were successfully prepared, and it was found that a portion of the epoxy groups reacted with the grafted anhydride, resulting in grafting.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shang Gong, Xinxin Sheng, Xiaolong Li, Mengjie Sheng, Hao Wu, Xiang Lu, Jinping Qu
Summary: This paper presents a method for fabricating a multifunctional composite film with excellent thermal management capability, EMI shielding effectiveness, and fire safety performance. The film possesses multiple-source driven thermal management capability and high EMI shielding effectiveness, along with good flexibility and high enthalpy. The outstanding performance of the film offers broad application prospects in wearable products.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Xinpeng Hu, Chuanbiao Zhu, Hao Wu, Xiaolong Li, Xiang Lu, Jinping Qu
Summary: In this study, shape-stabilized phase change composites with excellent thermal conductivity were prepared by simple melt blending and green steam explosion. The resulting composite exhibited enhanced thermal energy storage and release rate, which is beneficial for thermoelectric conversion in driving electric car races, providing a new avenue for recovered low-grade thermal energy utilization. The composites also displayed excellent shape stability, flexibility, high heat storage density, and reusability, showing broad prospects in low-grade thermal energy recovery and high-efficiency energy utilization.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Chaoyu Wang, Junqi Shen, Zhi Hao, Zhu Luo, Zong Shen, Xiaolong Li, Le Yang, Qin Zhou
Summary: In this study, CF-ND/SR composites with excellent thermal conductivity, dynamic mechanical properties and thermal stability were successfully prepared. This material has significant potential for advanced electronic devices.
JOURNAL OF POLYMER ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yu Fang, Shuang Liu, Xiaolong Li, Xinpeng Hu, Hao Wu, Xiang Lu, Jinping Qu
Summary: Encapsulated phase-change materials (PCMs) have been widely studied in solar thermal energy storage. This study successfully synthesized a series of potatoes phase-change materials (PPMs) through vacuum impregnation method and introduced MXene nanosheets. The results showed improved photo-to-thermal conversion efficiency and PEG adsorption rate in the PPMs.
SOLAR ENERGY MATERIALS AND SOLAR CELLS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Ting Wu, Xiao-long Li, Wen-hua Xu, Yu Du, Heng Xie, Jin-ping Qu
Summary: A synergistic strategy combining melt mixing, salt template, and vacuum impregnation was proposed for the scalable fabrication of polyethylene/carbon nanotubes/paraffin wax (PCP) nanocomposite with high enthalpy and sufficient flexibility. The PCP nanocomposite exhibited superior thermal stability, high latent heat, superhydrophobicity, and self-cleaning property, making it a promising material for long-term thermal management in harsh environments.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Chuanbiao Zhu, Xiang Lu, Hao Wu, Xiaolong Li, Shuang Liu
Summary: The shape-stabilized phase change composites (PCCs) with high thermal conductivity and heat storage density were successfully fabricated. The PCCs exhibit rapid and efficient energy storage and thermoelectric conversion performance, as well as excellent reusability and flexibility.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Hao Wu, Chuanbiao Zhu, Xiaolong Li, Xinpeng Hu, Heng Xie, Xiang Lu, Jin-Ping Qu
Summary: In this study, a flexible and ultrathin composite film with a sandwich structure was fabricated using a vacuum-assisted filtration method for EMI shielding and Joule heating application. The film showed high EMI shielding effectiveness, excellent mechanical properties, and environmental durability, making it suitable for next-generation portable and wearable electronic devices.
MACROMOLECULAR RAPID COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Congyuan Zhang, Heng Xie, Yu Du, Xiaolong Li, Weilong Zhou, Ting Wu, Jinping Qu
Summary: To address the heat accumulation issue caused by the high power consumption of electronic devices, a superhydrophobic flame-retardant EVA/ATH composite with root-soil interlocked micro/nanostructure (MEA/PGCC) was developed. This composite exhibits acid and alkali tolerance, thermic resistance, and de-icing performance, and shows improved flame retardancy through the synergism of interface and surface function. This method holds great promise for the mass production and practical application of superhydrophobic flame retardant composites.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaolong Li, Xinxin Sheng, Yu Fang, Xinpeng Hu, Shang Gong, Mengjie Sheng, Xiang Lu, Jinping Qu
Summary: In this study, a novel multifunctional film with integrated temperature adjustment, electromagnetic interference shielding, and thermal camouflage is fabricated. It shows great potential for wearable products.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yu Fang, Zhuolin Li, Xiaolong Li, Hao Wu, Mengjie Sheng, Xiang Lu, Jinping Qu
Summary: The superiority of phase change material (PCM) in stability and pliability has greatly expanded its application fields in thermal storage. This study presents a covalent polymerized phase change composite (HDIT@PEG) with shape memory, self-healing effect, electromagnetic interference shielding (EMI), and integrated thermal management functions. The HDIT@PEG composite captures unreacted PEG by forming hydrogen bonds, allowing it to retain the properties of absorbing or releasing latent heat. Additionally, the composite exhibits impressive self-healing and high EMI shielding effectiveness, making it a promising candidate for EMI shielding, temperature control, and thermal storage applications in the future.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xiaolong Li, Xiaohan Shang, Jinyan Lyu, Yubao Tong, Wei Situ, Liusong Yu, Ting Wu, Heng Xie, Jinping Qu
Summary: A synergistic strategy involving weak shear and melt quenching process was used to fabricate high-performance PLA/PHB composites, which minimized the damage to PLA molecular chains and promoted interfacial bonding. The resulting composites exhibited high molecular weight, favorable thermal stability, and optimal mechanical properties.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Cong Meng, Xiaolong Li, Zhigang Liu, Mingchao Wang, Yi Chen, Yongji Sheng, Zhen Liu, Yang Xu, Ligeng Jia, Lei Wu, Xin Chen, Yi Li, Hao Wu, Xiang Lu
Summary: In this study, a green and facile supercritical CO2 foaming-assisted vacuum impregnation technique was used to fabricate a shape-stability HDPE/CNTs/CF/PEG phase change composite (PCC). The composite exhibited satisfactory thermal conductivity, superior light-thermal conversion efficiency, suitable phase change enthalpy, and electromagnetic shielding property. The advanced manufacturing technology used in this study has promising applications in the fields of solar energy utilization, electromagnetic shielding, and thermal management.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhipeng Liu, Zhi Gong, Xiaolong Li, Jiaxin Ren, Jiang Gong, Jinping Qu, Ran Niu
Summary: This study proposes a cost-effective approach to construct 3D biodegradable foams by combining melt blending and surface coating, which show high performance in simultaneous solar-vapor conversion and thermoelectricity generation. The foam exhibits fast water supply and super-photothermal conversion, and can generate electricity in outdoor environments for powering small devices.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2023)
