Advanced Polymer Composite for Aerospace Engineering Applications

Ramli, Nurul Nadia; Mazlan, Norkhairunnisa; Ando, Yoshito; Abdan, Khalina; Leman, Zulkiflle

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-88192-4_1

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“…However, epoxy composites also have drawbacks [ 109 , 113 , 114 , 115 , 116 ] in the context of aeronautics and aerospace: Need for higher temperature treatments than unfilled resins to reach the same curing degree, which may increase the energy consumption and cost of fabrication. Difficult to be recycled or disposed of due to their infusible and insoluble nature, which may pose environmental and health hazards.…”

Section: Thermal Stability Of Epoxy Composites Tailored For Aeronauti...mentioning

confidence: 99%

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A Comprehensive Review on the Thermal Stability Assessment of Polymers and Composites for Aeronautics and Space Applications

Barra,

Guadagno,

Raimondo

et al. 2023

Polymers

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This review article provides an exhaustive survey on experimental investigations regarding the thermal stability assessment of polymers and polymer-based composites intended for applications in the aeronautical and space fields. This review aims to: (1) come up with a systematic and critical overview of the state-of-the-art knowledge and research on the thermal stability of various polymers and composites, such as polyimides, epoxy composites, and carbon-filled composites; (2) identify the key factors, mechanisms, methods, and challenges that affect the thermal stability of polymers and composites, such as the temperature, radiation, oxygen, and degradation; (3) highlight the current and potential applications, benefits, limitations, and opportunities of polymers and composites with high thermal stability, such as thermal control, structural reinforcement, protection, and energy conversion; (4) give a glimpse of future research directions by providing indications for improving the thermal stability of polymers and composites, such as novel materials, hybrid composites, smart materials, and advanced processing methods. In this context, thermal analysis plays a crucial role in the development of polyimide-based materials for the radiation shielding of space solar cells or spacecraft components. The main strategies that have been explored to improve the processability, optical transparency, and radiation resistance of polyimide-based materials without compromising their thermal stability are highlighted. The combination of different types of polyimides, such as linear and hyperbranched, as well as the incorporation of bulky pendant groups, are reported as routes for improving the mechanical behavior and optical transparency while retaining the thermal stability and radiation shielding properties. Furthermore, the thermal stability of polymer/carbon nanocomposites is discussed with particular reference to the role of the filler in radiation monitoring systems and electromagnetic interference shielding in the space environment. Finally, the thermal stability of epoxy-based composites and how it is influenced by the type and content of epoxy resin, curing agent, degree of cross-linking, and the addition of fillers or modifiers are critically reviewed. Some studies have reported that incorporating mesoporous silica micro-filler or microencapsulated phase change materials (MPCM) into epoxy resin can enhance its thermal stability and mechanical properties. The mesoporous silica composite exhibited the highest glass transition temperature and activation energy for thermal degradation among all the epoxy-silica nano/micro-composites. Indeed, an average activation energy value of 148.86 kJ/mol was recorded for the thermal degradation of unfilled epoxy resin. The maximum activation energy range was instead recorded for composites loaded with mesoporous microsilica. The EMC-5p50 sample showed the highest mean value of 217.6 kJ/mol. This remarkable enhancement was ascribed to the polymer invading the silica pores and forging formidable interfacial bonds.

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Section: Thermal Stability Of Epoxy Composites Tailored For Aeronauti...mentioning

confidence: 99%

“…However, epoxy composites also have drawbacks [109,[113][114][115][116] in the context of aeronautics and aerospace:…”

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A Comprehensive Review on the Thermal Stability Assessment of Polymers and Composites for Aeronautics and Space Applications

Barra,

Guadagno,

Raimondo

et al. 2023

Polymers

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“…Fiber-reinforced composite material, a blend of fibers and a matrix, provides numerous advantages such as high strength, stiffness, and excellent design performance. It has been extensively utilized in a wide range of fields such as aerospace, civil engineering, energy, and others [ 1 , 2 , 3 ]. In the energy field, fiber-reinforced composite materials are typically employed in the fabrication of wind turbine blades.…”

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Influences of Fiber Volume Content on the Mechanical Properties of 2D Plain Carbon-Fiber Woven Composite Materials

Gong,

Saeed,

Huang

et al. 2023

Polymers

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The influence of fiber volume content on the mechanical properties of two-dimensional (2D) plain carbon-fiber woven composites is a crucial concern that necessitates immediate attention for large-scale applications in wind turbine blades. In this study, various mechanical tests were conducted on 2D plain carbon-fiber woven composites with different fiber volume contents, and the influences of fiber volume content on the mechanical properties and failure mode of the composite material were analyzed. Using carbon fiber as reinforcement and epoxy resin as a matrix, three types of plates with fiber volume contents of 47%, 50% and 53% were fabricated by using autoclave technology. The tensile, compression and interlaminar shear tests of the two-dimensional woven composites were carried out using MTS series testing machines. The influences of fiber volume content on tensile strength and modulus, compressive strength and modulus, interlaminar shear strength and shear strain energy were investigated. Additionally, the progressive damage development of these two-dimensional woven composites under different stress states was studied using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The results indicate that the tensile strength and compressive strength increase almost linearly with the increase in fiber volume content, while the interlaminar shear strength increases slowly at low fiber volume content and rapidly at high fiber volume content. The tensile modulus of elasticity slightly increases as the fiber volume content increases, whereas the compressive modulus remains stable at low fiber volume content but gradually decreases at high fiber volume content. With the increase in fiber volume content, the shear strain energy of the specimen increases significantly.

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“…due to their ability to reduce the final weight of the components, resist corrosion and improved fatigue performance. Nowadays, polymer composites are widely used, whether reinforced with some fibres or particulate fillers [1][2][3][4]. Thermoset and thermoplastic polymers are typically used as polymer matrices of these composites, and one of the most used polymeric components is epoxy resin, sometimes combined with other polymer materials [4][5][6].…”

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confidence: 99%

Selected technical ceramics as nanoreinforcement for polyvinyl butyral/epoxy polymer composites

Simić¹,

Čekerevac²,

Marjanović³

et al. 2023

tribomat

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In this study, various technical ceramics in the form of nanostructures, known for their exceptional mechanical properties and thermal resistance, were analysed as potential reinforcement of a polymer matrix system. A combined, hybrid composite matrix was considered, consisting of epoxy resin and polyvinyl butyral. The following nanostructures were incorporated into the polymer matrix by ultrasonication and solvent-casting technique: B4C, TiB2, CNT and INT-WS2. Polymer composites were prepared by solvent-casting of neat hybrid polymer matrix and polymer matrix reinforcing with each chosen individual nanostructure from a temporary solvent – ethanol. The characterisation of the obtained polymer composite samples encompassed Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy analysis, differential scanning calorimetry, tensile test, hardness measurement and examination of resistance to cavitation wear.

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Advanced Polymer Composite for Aerospace Engineering Applications

Cited by 10 publications

References 60 publications

A Comprehensive Review on the Thermal Stability Assessment of Polymers and Composites for Aeronautics and Space Applications

A Comprehensive Review on the Thermal Stability Assessment of Polymers and Composites for Aeronautics and Space Applications

Influences of Fiber Volume Content on the Mechanical Properties of 2D Plain Carbon-Fiber Woven Composite Materials

Selected technical ceramics as nanoreinforcement for polyvinyl butyral/epoxy polymer composites

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