Introduction to polymer matrix composites

Wang, Rumin; Zheng, Shao-Fei; Zheng, Yaping

doi:10.1533/9780857092229.1

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“…Thermoset composites are not only seeing an increased use in the applications ranging from racing cars and aircraft components to sporting goods, but they are also decreasing in terms of overall cost [4]. The fiber reinforcement gives thermoset composites excellent structural properties, while also making them inherently complex to manufacture.…”

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The Challenges and Future Perspective of Woven Kenaf Reinforcement in Thermoset Polymer Composites in Malaysia: A Review

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In this review, the challenges faced by woven kenaf thermoset polymer composites in Malaysia were addressed with respect to three major aspects: woven kenaf reinforcement quality, Malaysian citizen awareness of woven kenaf thermoset composite products, and government supports. Kenaf plantations were introduced in Malaysia in the last two decades, but have generally not produced much kenaf composite product that has been widely accepted by the public. However, woven kenaf fiber enhances the thermoset composites to a similar degree or better than other natural fibers, especially with respect to impact resistance. Woven kenaf composites have been applied in automotive structural studies in Malaysia, yet they are still far from commercialization. Hence, this review discusses the kenaf fiber woven in Malaysia, thermoset and bio-based thermoset polymers, thermoset composite processing methods and, most importantly, the challenges faced in Malaysia. This review sets guidelines, provides an overview, and shares knowledge as to the potential challenges currently faced by woven kenaf reinforcements in thermoset polymer composites, allowing researchers to shift their interests and plans for conducting future studies on woven kenaf thermoset polymer composites.

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The Challenges and Future Perspective of Woven Kenaf Reinforcement in Thermoset Polymer Composites in Malaysia: A Review

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“…On the basis of the kind of reinforcement and matrix used for the fabrication of end product, composites can be classified into six major groups including fiber reinforced composites, particulate reinforced composites, laminar composites, polymer matrix composites, metal matrix composites, and ceramics matrix composite . Among these groups, polymer matrix composites are the most emerging composite materials due to their inherent characteristics …”

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“…[4] Among these groups, polymer matrix composites are the most emerging composite materials due to their inherent characteristics. [5] The operational cost of many machines such as aircraft and automotive can be reduced by using composites where high strength to weight ratio is required. [6] Other attractive features of composites include low cost of installation, lower toxicity, and ability to manufacture complex parts in one piece.…”

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Stealth technology: Methods and composite materials—A review

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Composites have revolutionized the field of aeronautics with its intriguing properties including high strength to weight ratio, low weight, chemical and weather resistance, flexible design and low cost of installation. Also, composites are used as radar absorbing materials (RAMs) in the manufacturing of stealth aircraft. Stealth technology (ST) uses a combination of RAMs and geometry to minimize the reflection of electromagnetic waves back to a radar system. In this review article, working principle and basic constituents of ST are examined along with RAMs types in the light of composites. Moreover, recently developed carbonaceous‐based polymer composites are critically discussed in terms of RAMs for stealth applications. A carbonaceous‐based composite provides a high flexibility for the design and properties control. Carbon black particles, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes (CNTs), and graphene are used in composites to tailor the wave's absorption properties of a composite. Multilayered structures are also recommended by researchers to extend the absorption band for better stealth application. Optimized absorption properties were achieved from composites containing carbon fiber as filler. Also, CNTs are preferred due to its smaller loading (0.35%) to get conductivity equal to higher concentration of carbon black (20%), which consequently improves the ST. Enhanced electromagnetic absorption properties can be achieved form the graphene‐based RAMs along with incorporating the magnetic particles of different microstructures, particle size, and electromagnetic characteristics. This review will intensively cover the methodology of ST and different composites including carbon‐based composites as RAMs for the use in stealth technology.

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“…These composite materials can still keep the advantages of the original materials while overcoming some shortcomings. Some composites may even show some new desired properties [5]. Although the share of composite materials in the aerospace is only 1-2%, the most advanced technologies especially for polymer matrix composites (PMCs) are first developed and adopted in the aircraft industry mainly to reduce weight.…”

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Anisotropic Impact Toughnness of Chopped Carbon Fiber Reinforced Nylon Fabricated by Material-Extrusion-Based Additive Manufacturing

Yasa¹

2019

Anadolu University Journal of Science and Technology-a Applied Sciences and Engineering

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3D printed polymer composites are gaining more interest due to weight reduction and high geometrical complexity freedom especially for highly demanding applications such as aerospace and defense. Using the material-extrusion based processes, polymer matrix composite parts with complex geometries can be designed and realized to improve the mechanical properties of pure thermoplastic parts. However, in addition to porosity found at the fracture interfaces, the layered nature additive manufacturing processes may become a limitation for the direct replacement for functional applications. In this study, the results of Charpy impact testing of chopped carbon fiber reinforced nylon fabricated by fused filament fabrication (FFF) are reported. The effects of the build direction and customized density by different infill strategies on the obtained toughness are presented in comparison to the one of nylon without any reinforcement. The toughness results show a severe anisotropy in toughness and high dependence on the infill strategy.

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Introduction to polymer matrix composites

Cited by 50 publications

References 2 publications

The Challenges and Future Perspective of Woven Kenaf Reinforcement in Thermoset Polymer Composites in Malaysia: A Review

The Challenges and Future Perspective of Woven Kenaf Reinforcement in Thermoset Polymer Composites in Malaysia: A Review

Stealth technology: Methods and composite materials—A review

Anisotropic Impact Toughnness of Chopped Carbon Fiber Reinforced Nylon Fabricated by Material-Extrusion-Based Additive Manufacturing

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