Article
Energy & Fuels
P. Raju, K. Raja, K. Lingadurai, T. Maridurai, S. C. Prasanna
Summary: In this study, a natural fiber-based polymer matrix composite was prepared and investigated. Glass-Caryota urens hybrid fiber was used as the primary reinforcement, and nanoclay and SiC were added to improve the toughness of the epoxy resin matrix. The results showed that the addition of nanoclay and SiC improved the mechanical properties and fatigue life cycle of the composite material. The hybrid fiber epoxy composites with improved properties could be widely used in engineering applications.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
S. Sathish Kumar, R. Manimaran, K. Anbukarasi
Summary: This research investigates the mechanical, wear, and fatigue behavior of an epoxy composite toughened with corncob biosilica and prickly pear fiber. The experimental results show that the addition of fiber and particles significantly improves the strength, bonding, wear resistance, and fatigue life of the composite material.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Erick S. S. Guerra, Bruna L. Silva, Jose D. D. Melo, Gerhard Kalinka, Ana P. C. Barbosa
Summary: This study investigates the influence of thermoplastic particles on the fiber-matrix interfacial properties of a glass fiber reinforced epoxy matrix composite, and demonstrates the self-healing ability of the thermoplastic modified epoxy.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wojciech Zurowski, Jaroslaw Zepchlo, Aneta Krzyzak, Edwin Gevorkyan, Miroslaw Rucki, Elzbieta Siek, Anita Bialkowska
Summary: This study investigates the effects of adding different percentages of quartz powder on the performance of glass fiber reinforced composites. The results show that increasing the quartz powder addition does not significantly enhance the mechanical properties of the composite, and there is no clear trend for the effect of silica filler percentage on the composite performance. Individual purpose-dependent decision making is necessary in the design of glass fiber reinforced composites with quartz powder filler.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Nagaraj Nagaprasad, Balasubramaniam Stalin, Venkataraman Vignesh, Manickam Ravichandran, Nagarajan Rajini, Sikiru Oluwarotimi Ismail
Summary: This study focused on analyzing the effect of Polyalthia longigolia seed filler on the wear responses of vinyl ester matrix composites, using signal-to-noise ratio and analysis of variance methods. By optimizing the process parameters, it was found that minimum wear loss and coefficient of friction occurred under different conditions.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
G. Manikandan, V Jaiganesh, Ravi Raja Malarvannan, Arun V. R. Prakash
Summary: This study demonstrates that the silane treatment is crucial for enhancing the mechanical properties and machining behavior of chitosan and morinda fiber-reinforced epoxy composites, with improved adhesion between the reinforced materials and matrix after silane treatment, reducing the risk of delamination.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Fatemeh Shahramforouz, Seyed Mahdi Hejazi, Aboozar Taherizadeh
Summary: This study investigated the tribological and mechanical properties of hybrid E-glass + PTFE/epoxy and Kevlar + PTFE/epoxy self-lubricating composite bearings. Results showed that composites containing 20% glass + 80% PTFE and 20% Kevlar + 80% PTFE exhibited the most effective lubricating performance, with the 20% Kevlar + 80% PTFE composite having the lowest friction coefficient. Additionally, the transfer film with a large amount of 'fluorine' and 'carbon' elements contributed to decreasing the friction coefficient.
SURFACE TOPOGRAPHY-METROLOGY AND PROPERTIES
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
V. Manivel Muralidaran, L. Natrayan, S. Kaliappan, Pravin P. Patil
Summary: This experiment investigated the impact of adding Vitis vinifera stalk cellulose (VSC) to Bambusa vulgaris fiber (BVF) reinforced epoxy resin composites. The study focused on the mechanical, dynamic mechanical (DMA), and fatigue properties of the composites. For a composite with 5.0 vol.% BVF and 50 vol.% bamboo fiber, there was a significant increase in tensile strength, modulus, flexural strength, modulus, Izod impact, and hardness. The addition of BVF also enhanced the storage modulus, loss factor, and fatigue life of the epoxy+bamboo composite.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Manufacturing
Ramkumar Yadav, Mayank Singh, Deepika Shekhawat, Seul-Yi Lee, Soo-Jin Park
Summary: This review paper examines the impact of reinforcements on various polymer composite characterizations and finds that fillers play a significant role in enhancing the properties of polymer composites.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Review
Polymer Science
C. Quberk Jeeva Singh, G. Rajamurugan, Prabu Krishnasamy, Siddesh Sutrave, Atishay Jain
Summary: The progress of wire-mesh-reinforced composite (WMRC) is significant in the automotive and aerospace industries. Research on WM-reinforced polymer matrix composites (PMC) has expanded based on their applications. This review article summarizes recent developments in WM-incorporated PMC and their applications, as well as the fabrication techniques employing various types of WM on natural and synthetic fibers. It also proposes current fabrication techniques and opportunities for the growth of WMRC to prevent lightning strike damage in aircraft.
POLYMER-PLASTICS TECHNOLOGY AND MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Tejas Pramod Naik, Sandeep Gairola, Inderdeep Singh, Apurbba Kumar Sharma
Summary: Recyclability and environmental safety are driving research towards clean and energy-efficient manufacturing technologies for natural fiber-reinforced composites. In this study, sisal/HDPE composites were fabricated using a novel microwave-assisted molding method. The composites treated with microwave-assisted alkali treatment exhibited improved mechanical properties, reduced water absorption, and enhanced tribological behavior. The results suggest that this treatment method enhances the performance of polymeric composites.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Textiles
Hiral H. Parikh
Summary: This article focuses on the application and the impact of material and operating parameters on the friction and wear behavior of natural fiber-reinforced composite materials. It also presents different wear mechanisms and principles used in wear test rigs, aiming to showcase the potential of composites as tribo materials and highlight further research directions.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Mridusmita Roy Choudhury, Kishore Debnath
Summary: This study investigates the tensile and compressive failure behavior of a single-lap joint of green composites obtained by resistance welding. The type of heating element was found to be the most significant parameter, with carbon fiber fabric showing significant improvements in failure loads compared to stainless steel mesh or polypyrrole.
Article
Energy & Fuels
P. Surianarayanan, N. Balaji, K. Balasubramanian
Summary: This study investigates the enhancement of mechanical properties and impact toughness of an epoxy biocomposite by incorporating silane-treated CCP and a hybrid form of fiber and leather. The results show that the hybrid form significantly improves the material's tensile strength, flexural strength, impact toughness, and hardness. The composite designation ALA2 with 1.0 vol.% of CCP is recommended for further application.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Hui Zhao, Yinsen Huang, Jin Yun, Zhenyu Wang, Yichen Han, Yaping Zheng, Lixin Chen
Summary: This study presents a pseudo-high C-filler (PHCF) composite film that improves the mechanical properties and EMI shielding effectiveness of polymer composites with carbon-based filler. The composite film exhibits excellent stretchability and reliable EMI shielding performance even after bending and stretching.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2022)