Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Robert W. Style, Ravi Tutika, Jin Young Kim, Michael D. Bartlett
Summary: Solid-liquid composites, incorporating liquid phases like water, liquid metals, or complex fluids into solid materials, have emerged as a new paradigm in material design, showcasing unique properties and characteristics due to the vastly different properties of liquids and solids. In recent years, the development of solid-liquid composites has led to the study and application of novel materials with new functional responses in various fields, such as soft electronics, robotics, 3D printing, wet granular systems, and cell biology.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tyler A. Pozarycki, Dohgyu Hwang, Edward J. Barron, Brittan T. Wilcox, Ravi Tutika, Michael D. Bartlett
Summary: This study presents a chemical anchoring methodology to increase adhesion of liquid metal composites to diverse substrates. The microstructure of the composites can be controlled to tune fracture energy, tensile modulus, and thermal conductivity. The bonding technique allows for integration of the composites with functional electronic components, enabling extreme deformations while maintaining exceptional thermal and electrical conductivity.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Shasha Wei, Li Liu, Xuan Huang, Yichuan Zhang, Fusheng Liu, Liang Deng, Emiliano Bilotti, Guangming Chen
Summary: This study focuses on the fabrication of a flexible and foldable film made of PEDOT:PSS/SWCNT composite and the design of an S-shaped TEG that can harvest heat from human body via a vertical temperature gradient. The film shows improved electrical conductivity and excellent stability after post-treatment with an ionic liquid. The S-shape TEG enables effective utilization of the temperature difference between human body and surroundings.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Bo Yi, Liqing Ai, Changshun Hou, Dong Lv, Chunyan Cao, Xi Yao
Summary: Liquid metal (LM) nanoparticles can act as photoinitiators for the development of highly tough and multifunctional LM hydrogel composites. The photocatalytic activity of LM nanoparticles is enabled by the oxide layer on LM. Stabilizing LM nanoparticles in aqueous solutions using positively charged metal-organic framework (MOF) nanoparticles allows for efficient photoinitiation and polymerization.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Review
Construction & Building Technology
Mahyar Ramezani, Ayoub Dehghani, Muhammad M. Sherif
Summary: This article reviews the research on the incorporation of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) as a reinforcement for cementitious materials. It discusses the multifunctional properties and production methods of CNTs, explores the potential applications and dispersion methods of CNT-reinforced cementitious composites. The researchers also conducted statistical analysis to identify optimal experimental parameters for achieving desired mechanical properties. Additionally, the article investigates the impact of CNTs on dimensional stability, durability, and smart applications.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Rui Yin, Chen Zhang, Jian Shao, Youyou Chen, Ao Yin, Qiang Feng, Shuqin Chen, Fei Peng, Xing Ma, Cheng-Yan Xu, Feihua Liu, Weiwei Zhao
Summary: Facing the challenges of increasing e-waste, researchers have developed recyclable and transient electronics that can disintegrate and degrade into eco-friendly products. Gelatin-based hydrogels with multifunctional additives like carbon nanotubes show high conductivity, electromagnetic shielding effectiveness, and tensile stress tolerance, making them suitable for applications in wearable sensors. The study also investigates the recyclability, biocompatibility, and degradability of gelatin-based hydrogels. This work provides a facile method to design multifunctional transient materials for sustainable and eco-friendly electronics.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sheila M. Goodman, Ignacio Asensi Tortajada, Florian Haslbeck, Kaan Yuksel Oyulmaz, Andre Rummler, Carlos Solans Sanchez, Jose Torres Pais, Haluk Denizli, Kurt J. Haunreiter, Anthony B. Dichiara
Summary: Cellulose-based paper electronics is a multifunctional sensory material with high sensitivity, capable of large-area liquid detection and quantification.
Article
Physics, Applied
Keiko Kojima, Hirokuni Jintoku, Yuki Kuwahara, Miho Aizawa, Takahiro Yamamoto, Shun Muroga, Kazufumi Kobashi, Toshiya Okazaki
Summary: We investigated the liquid crystal phase behaviors of sodium cholate-stabilized single-walled carbon nanotube (SWCNT) aqueous dispersions with different SWCNT aspect ratios. The isotropic-to-nematic phase transition occurs at a lower concentration for the SWCNT dispersion with a larger aspect ratio, as expected by the Onsager theory. A well-aligned film was successfully fabricated from the dispersion with a higher SWCNT aspect ratio using simple blade coating. We also prepared SWCNT dispersions with different surfactants, sodium deoxycholate, and sodium taurodeoxycholate, to change the surface condition of SWCNTs, which may affect the LC transition concentrations.
APPLIED PHYSICS EXPRESS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lei Wen, Meng Nie, Chongqing Wang, Yu-na Zhao, Kuibo Yin, Litao Sun
Summary: The study presents a wearable 3D porous polyurethane sponge sensor coated with MXene and carbon nanotubes composites, demonstrating excellent measurement abilities and electrical response/stability. This advanced sensor shows great potential for versatile applications in human-machine interaction, healthcare, and wearable devices.
ADVANCED MATERIALS INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sandra Magina, Alisa Rudnitskaya, Silvia Soreto, Luis Cadillon Costa, Ana Barros-Timmons, Dmitry Evtuguin
Summary: Lignosulfonate-based polyurethanes doped with multiwalled carbon nanotubes were synthesized and utilized as a sensitive material for all-solid-state potentiometric chemical sensors. These sensors exhibited a near-Nernstian or super-Nernstian response to various transition metals and redox pairs. Unlike other lignin-based sensors, the LS-based polymeric membrane did not show irreversible complexation with Hg(II).
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Muhammad Tariq Saeed Chani, Khasan S. Karimov, Irfan Ullah, Hadi M. Marwani, Abdullah M. Asiri
Summary: Fabricated multifunctional sensors exhibit different variations in resistance and impedance under the effects of displacement, pressure, temperature, humidity, and infrared irradiation, which can be explained by percolation theory. The impedance of the sensors is influenced by humidity and acts as a high-pass filter, suitable for various industrial and environmental applications.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Shaojie Li, Yuling Zhang, Chen Cheng, Han Wei, Shiguo Du, Jun Yan
Summary: The use of low-temperature plasma-modified MWCNTs in combination with polycarboxylate superplasticizer can achieve better dispersibility and enhance mechanical properties in cement matrix, especially in terms of crack-bridging behavior.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sanyin Qu, Chen Ming, Pengfei Qiu, Kunqi Xu, Qing Xu, Qin Yao, Ping Lu, Huarong Zeng, Xun Shi, Lidong Chen
Summary: In this study, high-performance n-type organic-inorganic flexible thermoelectric composites were successfully fabricated using semiconducting graphdiyne (GDY) instead of carbon nanotubes or graphene. The composites showed improved electrical conductivity and achieved a maximum ZT value of 0.2 at 300 K, making them among the highest reported in this field. Additionally, a prototype thermoelectric module consisting of both n-type and p-type legs demonstrated the highest normalized maximum power density compared to other organic material-based flexible thermoelectric modules.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Chengfeng Zhang, Zhenghai Tang, Xinglong An, Shifeng Fang, Siwu Wu, Baochun Guo
Summary: By constructing segregated structures in sulfur-cured rubbers, polymer composites with high conductivity and good mechanical properties can be prepared, improving electrical conductivity while also enhancing modulus and stretchability.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Yumeng Xin, Yang Lou, Xiyue Mao, Xuemeng Jia, Ruiguang Li, Ping Yu, Xinxin Ban
Summary: This paper reports an efficient in situ polymerization and convenient preparation process for manufacturing microporous liquid metal/carbon nanotube-polysulfide rubber (LM/CNT-PSR) sponges with excellent mechanical and electrical properties. The sponge materials exhibit low density, excellent elasticity, remarkable mechanical recoverability, and self-healing property, as well as excellent conductivity and unique electrical sensing property under mechanical pressure.
MACROMOLECULAR RAPID COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Kangkang Zou, Shuangqin Yi, Xueying Li, Jie Li, Yingte Xu, Zhong-Ming Li, Ding-Xiang Yan, Haolun Wang
Summary: In this paper, a high-conductivity and low-density three-dimensional silver microfiber sponge (AgMS) was constructed using the blow spinning method, and an AgMS/polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) composite with extremely high EMI shielding effectiveness (EMI SE) and superb flexibility was manufactured by backfilling PDMS into the AgMS. The AgMS/PDMS composite demonstrated outstanding mechanical reliability, retained high EMI SE even under various deformation conditions, and showed potential for EMI shielding gaskets in commercial, medical, and aerospace applications.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Ya-Jie Mao, Ling Xu, Hao Lin, Jie Li, Ding-Xiang Yan, Gan-Ji Zhong, Zhong-Ming Li
Summary: A novel self-writing visible light processing method is used to fabricate self-propagating CNT/epoxy composites with micro-truss structures. The composites exhibit high electrical conductivity and high EMI shielding efficiency at low CNT content. This work provides guidance and inspiration for the fabrication of polymer matrix with ordered porous structures and conductive polymer composites with superior EMI shielding performances.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Wen-Jin Sun, Yan Guan, Li-Chuan Jia, Yue Li, Hua-Dong Huang, Yue-Yi Wang, Jian-Hua Tang, Ding-Xiang Yan, Zhong-Ming Li
Summary: A low-voltage, controllable-developed, and triple-shape actuator with a bilayer structure has been successfully prepared in this study. By introducing a dense and thin conductive layer, the actuator can achieve multiple-shape transition under low voltages, showing potential applications in soft robotics and spaceflight fields.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yue-Yi Wang, Song-Yang, Wen-Jin Sun, Kun Dai, Ding-Xiang Yan, Zhong-Ming Li
Summary: Barium ferrite (BaFe12O19) is a potential microwave absorption material, but the performance is limited by the poor dispersion of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) in the composites prepared by ball-milling method. In this study, CNTs were uniformly introduced into the precursor of BaFe12O19 during the auto-ignition process and calcined under different atmospheres. The resulting CNT/BaFe12O19 composites exhibited significantly improved microwave absorption performance compared to pure BaFe12O19 and CNT/BaFe12O19 composites prepared by ball-milling method.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Li-Chuan Jia, Chang-Ge Zhou, Kun Dai, Ding-Xiang Yan, Zhong-Ming Li
Summary: In this study, a superhydrophobic and highly sensitive strain sensor was developed by designing a superhydrophobic and electrically conductive coating on cotton textile. The sensor showed excellent mechanical robustness and durability, and achieved high sensitivity for detecting subtle human motion even under harsh conditions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Weiwei Kong, Shuangqin Yi, Wenjin Sun, Ling Xu, Lichuan Jia, Dingxiang Yan, Zhongming Li
Summary: In this study, a mechanically enhanced CF/epoxy composite with highly efficient EMI shielding was fabricated through in-situ polymerization of PANI nanolayer. The composite exhibited improved interfacial adhesion, resulting in significant enhancements in interlaminar shear strength and EMI shielding effectiveness.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yue-Yi Wang, Jin-Long Zhu, Nan Li, Jun-Feng Shi, Jian-Hua Tang, Ding-Xiang Yan, Zhong-Ming Li
Summary: In this study, carbon aerogel microspheres with in-situ mineralized TiO2 were successfully prepared via a sol-gel transition and calcination process. The resulting hybrid material exhibited excellent microwave absorption performance and impedance matching performance, as well as a broad effective absorption bandwidth.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jie Li, Kai-Cheng Luo, Jia-Le Zhang, Jun Lei, Hao Lin, Jian-Hua Tang, Gan-Ji Zhong, Ding-Xiang Yan, Zhong-Ming Li
Summary: This study presents a facile approach to fabricate a flexible and water-proof porous film with excellent EMI shielding effectiveness and mechanical flexibility. The film exhibits continuous coating of silver nanolayer, resulting in high electrical conductivity and ultrahigh EMI shielding effectiveness. The film also demonstrates impressive EMI shielding reliability and water-proof, breathable, and antibacterial abilities.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Run-Pan Nie, Hao Lin, Yue Li, Hua-Dong Huang, Ding-Xiang Yan, Kun Dai, Jun Lei, Zhong-Ming Li
Summary: Dielectric elastomers are crucial for soft actuators, but the current ones lack satisfactory electromechanical performance and durability. This study proposes a novel design strategy of supramolecular elastomer by synthesizing multitype dynamic chemical bonds, which is different from previous dielectric elastomers. The resulting supramolecular elastomer exhibits fast room-temperature healability, ultrahigh efficiency, excellent dielectric properties, and increased sensitivity to driving field.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Yu-Fan Hu, Xue-Jun Zhou, Shi-Hao Ni, Feng-Yang Wu, Ji-You Zong, Tai-Bao Yang, Ding-Xiang Yan, Jian-Hua Tang, Jun Lei, Zhong-Ming Li
Summary: This study prebuilt an excellent heat conductive pathway by pressing fillers to decrease the interface thermal resistance, and prepared a thermal interface material with high thermal conductivity. The material showed significantly higher thermal conductivity and thermal decomposition temperature compared to previous research. Additionally, the material has a low hardness and can be bent and folded, making it a potential substitute for traditional thermally conductive silicone pads.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei-Wei Kong, Jun-Feng Shi, Kang-Kang Zou, Nan Li, Yue-Yi Wang, Ding -Xiang Yan, Zhong-Ming Li
Summary: The development of structure-function integrated materials is an important trend in the military field. This study successfully developed a composite material with superior electromagnetic interference shielding property by modifying the resin and carbon fibers.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Nan Li, Jun-Feng Shi, Kang-Kang Zou, Yue-Yi Wang, Ding-Xiang Yan
Summary: By introducing isocyanate acid to the backbone of PI resin, the polarity and strength of PI backbone were increased, and it also served as a self-foaming component. The porous structure of PI foams could be easily regulated by adjusting the water and CNT filler contents. The resultant CNT/PI foam exhibited high compressive strength, impressive MA property, and thermal insulation, making it suitable for application as structural MA foam in harsh environments.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yi-Ke Li, Wen-Jing Li, Zhi-Xing Wang, Pei-Yao Du, Ling Xu, Li-Chuan Jia, Ding-Xiang Yan
Summary: High graphene nanoplates-loaded polyurethane (GNP/PU) composites were successfully developed for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding and thermal management applications in the field of highly integrated electronics. The composites demonstrated strong EMI shielding effectiveness and high thermal conductivity, with good mechanical flexibility and stability. The formation of compact contact between graphene nanoplates provided excellent channels for electron and phonon transmission.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Rui-Yu Ma, Wen-Jin Sun, Ling Xu, Li-Chuan Jia, Ding-Xiang Yan, Zhong-Ming Li
Summary: Given the rapid developments in modern devices, there is an urgent need for shape-memory polymer composites (SMPCs) in soft robots and other fields. However, it remains a challenge to endow SMPCs with both a reconfigurable permanent shape and a locally reversible shape transformation. In this study, a dynamic cross-linked network was created in carbon nanotube/ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer (CNT/EVA) composites by designing the molecular structure of EVA. The resulting CNT/EVA composite demonstrated the capability of remote actuation and programmable three-dimensional (3D) structure and locally reversible actuation.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Keyu Zhu, Xitao Zheng, Jing Peng, Jiaming Sun, Ruilin Huang, Leilei Yan
Summary: This paper discusses the influence of multiple impacts on the compression strength of honeycomb sandwich structures with composite face sheets. It is found that the size of the impactor affects the turning point of the compression strength. Additionally, high impact energy leads to damage in the bottom face sheet and reduces the overall compression strength.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Danqian Wang, Yanfei Yue, Jueshi Qian
Summary: Magnesium Potassium Phosphate Cement (MKPC) as a binder for steel rebars shows improved corrosion resistance when subjected to carbonation, due to the increase in pH and the formation of a more protective oxide film.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Zhibin Li, Wenyu Wang, Pengcheng Xue, Xingyu Wei, Jian Xiong
Summary: This work proposes a design approach and manufacturing method for carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) corrugated sandwich truncated cones (CSTC) to improve their anti-debonding ability and ensure reliability. The study establishes theoretical models for CSTCs' stiffness and failure modes, which are verified through experiments and finite element analysis (FEA). The research reveals the effect of geometric parameters on failure modes and performs an optimal design for CSTC structures. The findings have significant implications for the design and application of lightweight CSTCs in constructions, such as launch vehicle adapters.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Mingyu Zhang, Lei Chu, Jiahua Chen, Fuxun Qi, Xiaoyan Li, Xinliang Chen, Deng-Guang Yu
Summary: This review summarizes the different structures and construction methods of fibrous membranes with asymmetric wettability. It also reviews the biological applications of these membranes and suggests future challenges.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
E. Mofakhami, L. Gervat, B. Fayolle, G. Miquelard-Garnier, C. Ovalle, L. Laiarinandrasana
Summary: This study investigates the effects of fibre concentration on the mechanical response of welded glass-fibre-reinforced polypropylene (GF-PP). Experimental observations reveal a significant reduction in weld ratio, up to 60%, indicating a decreased strength compared to the bulk material. Increasing fibre content in the welded material results in a decrease in stress at break and strain at the maximum stress. The use of DIC technique and X-ray microtomography further confirms the localized strain amplification in the welded zone due to the significant increase in fibre density.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Emad Pourahmadi, Farjad Shadmehri, Rajamohan Ganesan
Summary: This research compares the mechanical properties of laminates manufactured using automated fiber placement and conventional autoclave curing methods. The results show that laminates manufactured using automated fiber placement have a lower interlaminar shear strength compared to laminates reconsolidated using autoclave curing. A finite element simulation method is proposed to quantitatively analyze these differences.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Johnny Jakobsen, Benny Endelt, Fahimeh Shakibapour
Summary: This study proposes a new bolted/pinned joining method for composite applications, which improves load transfer by introducing a patch-type reinforcement. Experimental results demonstrate significant improvements in both static and fatigue load conditions compared to existing methods. Finite element simulations highlight the advantage of this method, as it creates a more efficient load-transferring mechanism through different stress distributions.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Gisele G. Cintra, Janine D. Vieira, Daniel C. T. Cardoso, Thomas Keller
Summary: This paper proposes a novel approach to assess multi-crack behavior in layered fiber-polymer composites. The generated Compliance and R-curves provide useful insights into understanding the multiple delamination process and allow for separate evaluation of strain energy release rate (SERR) for each crack. The developed cohesive zone model successfully simulates the failure process zone of three parallel cracks, showing good agreement between the numerical model and experimental results.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Renil Thomas Kidangan, Sreedhar Unnikrishnakurup, C. Krishnamurthy, Krishnan Balasubramaniam
Summary: The induction heating process can accurately identify fiber orientation and stacking order, making it a valuable tool for large-area inspection and quality control in manufacturing fiber-reinforced composites.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Sungjun Hwang, Yousoo Han, Douglas J. Gardner
Summary: Bleached Kraft pulp, unbleached Kraft pulp, and old corrugated cardboard pulp are suitable for producing cellulose nanofibril suspensions. Spray drying is a fast, simple, cost-effective, and scalable drying method. Spray-dried cellulose nanofibrils can be used as reinforcing materials in polypropylene matrices. The particle size of cellulose nanofibrils affects the material properties.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Mehdi Mahdavi, Abbas Zolfaghari
Summary: This study aims to improve the recovery forces of shape memory polymers (SMPs) through material extrusion additive manufacturing. By using glass fiber (GF) as reinforcement and manufacturing multi-layer composite specimens, it was found that PLA with 6.62% GF exhibited the best recovery force, which was further optimized through annealing heat treatment.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Review
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Xiang Ao, Antonio Vazquez-Lopez, Davide Mocerino, Carlos Gonzalez, De-Yi Wang
Summary: The vulnerability of natural fibers to heat and fire poses a significant challenge for their substitution of traditional fiber reinforcements in composite materials. Natural fiber/polymer composites (NFCs) are regarded as potential candidates for engineering applications due to their environmental friendliness and low-impact sourcing. Thus, appropriate approaches need to be implemented to enhance the fire safety of NFCs. This review summarizes and discusses the latest understanding of flammability and thermal properties of natural fibers, with a special focus on their interaction with polymer matrix in fire behavior. Additionally, the latest developments in flame-retardant approaches for NFCs are reviewed, covering both flame retardancy and fire structural integrity. Finally, future prospects and perspectives on fire safety of NFCs are proposed, providing insights into further advancements of NFCs.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Cheng Wang, Siqi Huo, Guofeng Ye, Bingtao Wang, Zhenghong Guo, Qi Zhang, Pingan Song, Hao Wang, Zhitian Liu
Summary: The demand for multifunctional, transparent epoxy resin with superior dielectric, mechanical, and fire-safety performances is increasing in modern industries. Researchers have developed an epoxidized, phosphaphenanthrene-containing poly(styrene butadiene styrene) (ESD) for advanced fire-safe epoxy resin, which maintains high transparency and improves UV-blocking property. The addition of 10 wt% ESD results in improved mechanical properties, decreased dielectric constant and loss, and outperformance compared to other fire-safe epoxy resins. This research provides an effective method for developing multifunctional flame-retardant epoxy resin.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Bo Pang, Heping Zheng, Zuquan Jin, Dongshuai Hou, Yunsheng Zhang, Xiaoyun Song, Yanan Sun, Zhiyong Liu, Wei She, Lin Yang, Mengyuan Li
Summary: This study develops an internal superhydrophobic material (ISM) using waste denitrification fly ash, which maintains stable hydrophobicity under harsh conditions of use and does not rely on expensive fluor-based surface modifications. The synthesized ISM has excellent matrix strength, strong waterproof properties, and retains superhydrophobicity even at damaged or friction interfaces.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Meirbek Mussatayev, Qiuji Yi, Mark Fitzgerald, Vincent K. Maes, Paul Wilcox, Robert Hughes
Summary: Real-time monitoring of carbon fibre composites during Automated Fibre Placement (AFP) manufacturing remains a challenge for non-destructive evaluation (NDE) techniques. This study designed a directional eddy-current (EC) probe to evaluate the detectability of out-of-plane wrinkles. Experimental evaluations and finite element modeling were conducted to better understand the relationship between eddy-current density and defect detection. The findings suggest that the probe configuration with an asymmetric driver coil and differential pickup coils shows the best capability for wrinkle detection.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2024)
