Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Ali Kandemir, Marco L. Longana, Ian Hamerton, Stephen J. Eichhorn
Summary: The sustainability of fibre reinforced polymer composites is crucial for achieving global sustainable development goals. Using natural fibres and bioderived matrices can reduce environmental impact, while delaying material disposal can also contribute to sustainability according to the circular economy paradigm.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Xiaoying Zhao, Tolulope Lawal, Mariane M. Rodrigues, Talen Geib, Yael Vodovotz
Summary: By using lignocellulosic fibers from invasive plants as reinforcing agents, the brittleness and high cost of PHBV thermoplastic were improved, resulting in biocomposites with enhanced thermal stability, restricted crystallization, reduced rigidity, and lower cost. These novel biocomposites performed similarly to conventional plastics like polypropylene, making them potential bio-alternatives for industrial applications such as semirigid packaging and lightweight auto body panels.
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
A. Panerai, A. Canegrati, L. M. Martulli, M. Kostovic, G. Rollo, A. Sorrentino, M. Carboni, A. Bernasconi
Summary: Additive manufacturing of Short Fibre Reinforced Polymers (SFRPs) combines good mechanical properties with high design flexibility. Fatigue tests were performed on SFRP specimens with different raster orientations. The results showed thermal and mechanical fatigue regimes. The fatigue behavior of this material was found to be dominated by the polyamide matrix.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FATIGUE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Akanae Chattrairat, Everson Kandare, Sontipee Aimmanee, Phuong Tran, Raj Das
Summary: This study aimed to tailor the mechanical and structural characteristics of silicone by integrating biocompatible reinforcements to develop suitable bio-integrative skin simulant candidates. The results showed that increasing the concentration of reinforcements in the silicone-based composite skin simulants could enhance the elastic moduli and hardness, with proper surface treatment promoting better interfacial adhesion between the silicone matrix and the reinforcements.
JOURNAL OF THE MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Anil R. Ravindran, Raj B. Ladani, Shuying Wu, Chun H. Wang, Adrian P. Mouritz
Summary: Platelet designs inspired by nacre shell microstructure are effective in improving the pseudo-ductility properties of brittle fibre reinforced polymer laminates. This study investigates the effects of tiling pattern, overlapping length, and interlaminar toughness on the tensile properties and failure modes of platelet laminates inspired by nacre. The findings are used to optimize the design for maximal pseudo-ductility.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Veronica Rodriguez-Garcia, Roberto Guzman de Villoria
Summary: This study implemented a "brick-and-mortar" design inspired by nacre structure for the first time to change the failure response of CFRPs using automated tape lay-up. The standard procedures and materials used in the aerospace industry were used to produce bio-inspired CFRPs laminates at an industrial level. Non-linear response was observed when the bio-inspired laminates were subjected to tensile forces, consistent with previous studies on discontinuous CFRPs.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Anthony Paderno, Simone Pelucco, Giovanni Metelli, Marco Preti
Summary: The study focuses on the seismic behavior of existing RC frame buildings reinforced with plain rebar, specifically looking at the flexural response and the impact of smooth reinforcement slip on structural performance. By implementing analytical stress-slip relationships and a structural model, the study successfully predicts the structural response and aids in seismic retrofit design and assessment.
ENGINEERING STRUCTURES
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Maximilian Schleiting, Kevin Klier, Niels Wiemer, Alexander Wetzel, Jan-Christoph Zarges, Hans-Peter Heim, Bernhard Middendorf
Summary: The use of micro fibres as reinforcement in Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC) enhances its mechanical properties. To achieve an optimal bonding between fibre and cementitious matrix, a coating of fibres with a thermoplastic elastomer is proposed in this study. The pullout tests and flexural strength tests reveal that the coating improves the adhesive bond between fibre and UHPC matrix, but the results differ when inclined fibres are tested.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
N. Reboul, M. Saidi, S. Mualla, O. Homoro, S. Amziane
Summary: This paper analyzes the shear behavior of FRP-to-masonry interface and characterizes the debonding process using different investigation tools. The results provide parameters of the bond-slip laws and insights into debonding mechanisms.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Xianhua Huan, Tianyu Wu, Jiqiang Yan, Xiaolong Jia, Lei Zu, Gang Sui, Xiaoping Yang
Summary: This study successfully enhanced the performance of epoxy composites by efficiently utilizing recycled carbon fiber and highly-aligned carbon fiber mat, especially in terms of mechanical properties and EMI shielding performance.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Dong Quan, Jiaming Liu, Liaojun Yao, Clemens Dransfeld, Rene Alderliesten, Guoqun Zhao
Summary: The adhesion between recycled carbon fibres (rCFs) and Polyphenylene-sulfide (PPS) fibres in rCF/PPS composites was tailored by UV-treatment of non-woven mats, leading to improved intralaminar fracture resistance and mechanical properties under tensile and shear loading conditions, but negatively affected interlaminar fracture resistance.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Andre Jesus, Xiaodong Xu
Summary: A stochastic morphological modelling framework has been established to predict the tensile behavior of Randomly Oriented Strands made of ultra-thin Carbon Fibre Reinforced Thermoplastic prepreg tapes. The framework accurately predicts the tape properties using Monte Carlo simulation and predicts the Young's modulus of laminates using classical laminate theory. Fibre-dominant tensile failure in Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics Sheet Moulding Compounds is accurately predicted using Weibull theory. The rapid modelling framework is reliable and suitable for applications in structures.
JOURNAL OF REINFORCED PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lu Han, Jing Wang, Siyuan Guo, Yuanyuan Chen, Chunsheng Shi, Yuan Huang, Zumin Wang, Yongchang Liu, Naiqin Zhao
Summary: SiC particle and SiC whisker-reinforced Cu composites were prepared using pulse intermittent deposition and spark plasma sintering. The formation of core-shell structures solved the agglomeration problem and increased the bonding strength of the interface. The Cu-coated SICW exhibited significantly higher strength, plasticity, and thermal conductivity, and the externally applied load was effectively transferred. This study provides an advanced approach for designing high-performance metal-matrix composites with tailored aspect ratios of discontinuous second phases.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Danying Gao, Xiaohui Chen, Gang Chen, Le Zhang, Zishi Zhan
Summary: Hybrid fibre-reinforced cementitious composites (HFRCC) show promise for repairing damaged concrete in complex service environments. The bond between repairing materials and existing concrete significantly affects the repair performance. This study investigated the shear-bond behavior between HFRCC and existing concrete and analyzed the effects of PVA/steel fibre volume fraction and water/binder ratio of HFRCC on the bond behavior. The experimental results indicated that the failure mode of specimens changed with the increase of fibre content in HFRCCs, and a water/binder ratio of 0.35, PVA fibre volume fraction of 1.5%, and steel fibre volume fraction of 0.75% resulted in the highest shear strength.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Jianwen Le, Yuanfei Han, Peikun Qiu, Guangfa Huang, Jianwei Mao, Weijie Lu
Summary: This study investigates the impact of matrix texture and TiB whisker orientation on the anisotropy of mechanical properties in hot-rolled titanium matrix composites through experimental and computational methods. The results show significant variations in elastic modulus, yield strength, and ductility based on the orientation of the tensile axis with respect to the basal of matrix texture and whisker axis. Modeling results predict the behavior of TiB whiskers in relation to fracture and interfacial debonding based on their aspect ratio and off-axis angle.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Mechanics
D. Notta-Cuvier, F. Lauro, B. Bennani
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOLIDS AND STRUCTURES
(2015)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
D. Notta-Cuvier, F. Lauro, B. Bennani, M. Nciri
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2016)
Article
Polymer Science
Amani Bouzouita, Cedric Samuel, Delphine Notta-Cuvier, Jeremy Odent, Franck Lauro, Philippe Dubois, Jean-Marie Raquez
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2016)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
D. Notta-Cuvier, M. Nciri, F. Lauro, R. Delille, F. Chaari, F. Robache, G. Haugou, Y. Maalej
MECHANICS OF MATERIALS
(2016)
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
D. Notta-Cuvier, A. Bouzouita, R. Delille, G. Haugou, J. -M. Raquez, F. Lauro, P. Dubois
Review
Engineering, Mechanical
Eric Markiewicz, Bertrand Langrand, Delphine Notta-Cuvier
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF IMPACT ENGINEERING
(2017)
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
A. Bouzouita, D. Notta-Cuvier, R. Delille, F. Lauro, J. -M. Raquez, P. Dubois
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
M. Nciri, D. Notta-Cuvier, F. Lauro, F. Chaari, Y. Maalej, B. Zouari
MECHANICS OF ADVANCED MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Mariem Nciri, Delphine Notta-Cuvier, Franck Lauro, Fahmi Chaari, Remi Delille, Gregory Haugou, Yamen Maalej, Bassem Zouari
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2019)
Article
Mathematics, Interdisciplinary Applications
Pascal Bouda, Bertrand Langrand, Delphine Notta-Cuvier, Eric Markiewicz, Fabrice Pierron
COMPUTATIONAL MECHANICS
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Delphine Notta-Cuvier, Mariem Nciri, Franck Lauro, Fahmi Chaari, Bassem Zouari, Yamen Maalej
Summary: In this study, a viscoelastic-viscoplastic behavior model for short-fibre-reinforced thermoplastics was enhanced with matrix ductile damage and fibre/matrix interfacial debonding laws. The model was developed with a focus on industrial applications and was validated through numerical simulations to assess its ability to capture the specific behaviors of SFRT under different conditions.
APPLIED COMPOSITE MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Vincent Dorleans, Remi Delille, Delphine Notta-Cuvier, Franck Lauro, Eric Michau
Summary: The use of thermoplastics in the automotive industry is increasing, requiring the characterization of their thermo-mechanical behavior under various conditions. The time-temperature-superposition principle can be extended to the viscoplastic domain, reducing the number of required tests. A new approach using a limited number of tests enables the characterization of whole thermoplastic behavior with good correlation between numerical simulations and experiments.
Article
Polymer Science
J-E Potaufeux, G. Rapp, S. Barrau, G. Liu, C. Zhang, Emmanuel P. Giannelis, D. Notta-Cuvier, F. Lauro, J-M Raquez, J. Odent, S. Therias
Summary: Organic-inorganic hybrids that combine the reversible nature of electrostatic interactions with the reinforcement ability of nanoparticles have the potential to revolutionize various technologies. This study investigated the environmental ageing of ionic hybrid materials made from imidazolium-functionalized poly(ethylene glycol)-based polyurethane and surface-modified sulfonate silica nanoparticles. The results showed that the addition of silica nanoparticles led to faster photooxidative degradation, but the ionic imidazolium-sulfonate crosslinks remained under photooxidative conditions. Furthermore, the presence of silica nanoparticles contributed to molecular weight loss and a ductile-to-brittle transition in the ionic hybrid under atmospheric ageing conditions. Overall, this investigation provides a deeper understanding of the role of dynamic linkages in ionic nanocomposites during photochemical ageing.
POLYMER DEGRADATION AND STABILITY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
J. Proy, F. Massa, D. Notta-Cuvier, F. Lauro, T. Tison, G. Spingler
Summary: This paper presents microstructure and modal analyses of short-fiber-reinforced materials, investigating the relationships between the first natural frequency and fiber orientation, as well as quantifying the associated variability. The study emphasizes the importance of considering real fiber orientation for accurate modal predictions.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2022)
Article
Mechanics
M. Nciri, D. Notta-Cuvier, F. Lauro, F. Chaari, Y. Maalej, B. Zouari
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2017)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Wenwu Zhang, Helezi Zhou, Bin Huang, Huamin Zhou, Xiongqi Peng
Summary: This paper investigates the tool-ply friction behavior of jute/PLA biocomposites in thermoforming. A pull-through friction testing device was developed to characterize the tool-ply friction behavior of jute/PLA prepreg at elevated temperature. The effects of alkali treatment, fiber orientation, normal force, and slipping velocity were studied, and a quantitative definition of tool-ply friction behavior was achieved. The results indicate a strong relationship between tool-ply friction behavior and woven and fiber structures, indicating hydrodynamic lubrication.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Stephen Clay, Wesley Ault, Alex Faupel, Caglar Oskay, Philip Knoth, Noam N. Y. Shemesh, Rami Haj-Ali, Uri Breiman, Ido Meshi, Ofir Shor
Summary: This paper presents an experimental investigation on the compression failure mechanisms of laminated carbon fiber reinforced composites under non-standard quasi-static loading. The results demonstrate the presence of interior kink bands, surface ply splitting, and delaminations, with each failure mechanism associated with different stress levels.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Bowen Zeng, Jinlong Yang, Zhi Ni, Yucheng Fan, Ziyan Hang, Chuang Feng
Summary: This study successfully improved the pyroelectric properties of PVDF films by preparing functionally graded graphene nanoplatelet (FG-GNP) reinforced PVDF composite films. The increase in the number of layers and the concentration of GNP near the surface of the composite film were found to enhance the pyroelectric properties and temperature stability.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Shenghe Zhang, Fukai Chu, Weizhao Hu, Bibo Wang, Richard K. K. Yuen, Yuan Hu
Summary: This study improves the flame retardancy and mechanical properties of PBAT by synthesizing a phosphorus-containing intercalator and mixing it into the PBAT matrix.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Tharan Gordon, Michael R. Wisnom, Byung Chul Kim
Summary: Thickness tapering is a common strategy for efficient and lightweight composite structures, but it can introduce delamination sites. This study investigated the use of ply scarfing method to improve the compressive failure stress of tapered laminates made from thick unidirectional non-crimp fabrics. The results showed that ply scarfing suppressed delamination and increased the failure stress by 60%.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Xin Wang, Yiting Qu, Junlei Bai, Fujun Xu, Bin Ding, Xiaohua Zhang
Summary: A solution-based strategy is proposed to achieve a strong bond between fibers and matrix in powder materials, resulting in improved mechanical properties, thermal conductivity, and fracture strain of the composites. The method also offers advantages such as enhanced powder flowability and thermal stability.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Xing Zhou, Guosheng Wang, Dexiang Li, Qi Wang, Keming Zhu, Yaya Hao, Yueyang Xu, Neng Li
Summary: This study successfully synthesized polyurethane elastomer by using degraded products from waste PET, and fabricated composites with carbon nanotubes for strain sensors. The composites showed good mechanical and durability performance, indicating a potential method for recycling waste PET into valuable and functional materials.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Fei Peng, Tingting Shan, Rongrui Chen, Jiulong Shi, Di Liu, Guoqiang Zheng, Chaojun Gao, Kun Dai, Chuntai Liu, Changyu Shen
Summary: Janus polymer films with distinct surface performance and potential applications were successfully prepared by vacuum-assisted hot-compressing method and spray coating. These films exhibit decent actuation performance and rapid selfpowered sensing property, and can be used for real-time acetone monitoring system.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Biao Cheng, Huafeng Quan, Yuefeng Zhang, Dong Huang, Tongqi Li, Chong Ye, Xingming Zhou, Zhen Fan, Yafang Zhang, Ting Ouyang, Fei Han, Hongbo Liu, Jinshui Liu
Summary: In this study, a binary graphite network was constructed to improve the thermal conductivity and control the formation of micrometer-scale open pores in phase change composites. The developed composites showed a high thermal conductivity and phase change enthalpy, making them promising for thermal control in space optical-mechanical systems and other critical aerospace components.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Shihao Zuo, Fei Cheng, Guangming Yang, Jiangzhou Li, Yongjun Deng, Guangjun Gou, Xuejun Cui, Yunsen Hu, Xiaozhi Hu
Summary: Micro-arc oxidation (MAO) treatment was used to modify aluminum (Al) alloys in order to improve bond strength with carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP). The treatment successfully created a porous surface with better hardness, roughness, and wetting, and introduced resin pre-coating (RPC) and carbon nanotube (CNT) fiber bridging to improve the bonding interface. The combined treatments significantly increased the bond strength by up to 156.1%, indicating the feasibility of MAO as an alternative method for manufacturing high-performance Al-CFRP composites in industrial production.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
James Kratz, Christophe Paris, Karolina Gaska, Vincent Maes, Ivana Partridge, Philippe Olivier
Summary: Faster heating rates and higher process temperatures can reduce the total process time while achieving the same degree-of-cure. Thermal analysis shows that thermoplastic interleaf particles melt at the recommended curing temperature. A short dwell at a lower temperature can prevent the mixing of thermoplastic particles and thermoset pre-polymer.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Thomas Maierhofer, Evripides G. Loukaides, Craig Carr, Chiara Bisagni, Richard Butler
Summary: Joining thermoset composites via resistance welding provides an efficient method for aerospace structures with benefits such as high-volume manufacturing and simplified surface preparation. The influence of welding parameters on joint performance is assessed using Mode I fracture toughness testing. A Bayesian approach is employed to select high-performance parameters.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Jiangan You, Ling Cai, Ronghua Yu, Haiping Xing, Jian Xue, Ying Li, Zhiwei Jiang, Dongmei Cui, Tao Tang
Summary: In response to the global environmental pollution crisis caused by waste plastics, recyclable design is an effective solution. A CPVC/PUA nanocomposite foam was developed using the plasticizing-foaming-reinforcing strategy, combined with catalytic carbonization. The foam exhibited high expansion ratio, robustness, solvent resistance, flame-triggered shape memory effect, and ablation resistance. The foam could be directly upcycled into functional carbon foam with attractive electromagnetic interference shielding performance.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Siyao Chen, Zhiyu Chen, Yangling Ou, Junwei Lyu, Junning Li, Xiangyang Liu, Yang Liu
Summary: In this study, we demonstrated the significant effect of composite interface on temperature increase in electrical heaters. By selectively fluorinating the outer walls of carbon nanotubes and compositing them with cellulose nanofibers, improved interfacial phonon diffusion was achieved, leading to a higher temperature increase rate.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Yanjun He, Agnieszka Suliga, Alex Brinkmeyer, Mark Schenk, Ian Hamerton
Summary: A new thermoset resin system based on a polybenzoxazine blend showed good performance under high ATOX irradiation. It reduced erosion yield by forming a silicon-rich surface layer and improved the mechanical properties of CFRP laminates.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2024)
