Bio-inspired helicoidal thin-ply carbon fiber reinforced epoxy laminates with nylon microparticles for improved toughness and healing

Liu, J.L.; Pham, V.N.H.; Tay, T.E.; Huang, Junheng; Chew, Enquan; Tan, V.B.C.

doi:10.1016/j.compositesa.2023.107588

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“…An STW can increase the layering orientation and improve the isotropic ability of laminates. Liu et al 12 reduced fiber damage and achieved a significant load recovery rate by designing a small‐angle spiral layered structure. In addition, research on spread‐tow hybrids mixed with other fabrics has shown highly reliable application prospects.…”

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Short beam shear performance of spread‐tow woven stitched composite with anti‐sandwich structure

Jiang,

Lian,

Liu

et al. 2024

Polymer Composites

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Spread‐tow woven fabrics (STW) have attracted considerable attention because of their ultrathin structure and low porosity, which benefit the design and application of STW composites. Little is known about how the thickness relationship between the middle and surface layers affect the mechanical properties of sandwich structures. Therefore, this study developed an anti‐sandwich stitched composite with STW in the center and a nonwoven felt/STW hybrid on both sides. The interlayer shear behavior and damage mode transformation of STW composites with different middle‐layer thicknesses were studied using short‐beam shear tests, digital image correlation (DIC) full‐field strain nephograms and micro‐computed tomography (micro‐CT). The results showed that the anti‐sandwich structure improved the shear strength, particularly when the middle layer thickness was four times that of the surface layer. As the middle layer thickness ratio decreased, the synergistic effect of the anti‐sandwich structure was weakened, and the damage mode changed from ductile to brittle. Furthermore, the hybrid ratio of the STW/nonwoven fabric in the surface layer had little effect on the performance because of the good interfacial adhesion between the STW and nonwoven fabric. The anti‐sandwich structure that can improve the properties and stability of STW composites provides a reference for the structural design of STW composites in engineering applications.Highlights An anti‐sandwich composite was developed by spread tow woven fabrics. Nine types of anti‐sandwich composite were designed and fabricated. The thickness of the middle layer affected the synergistic mechanisms. The optimal anti‐sandwich structure has a 4.59% increase in shear strength. The specific shear strength is 14.86% higher over pure spread tow laminates.

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Short beam shear performance of spread‐tow woven stitched composite with anti‐sandwich structure

Jiang,

Lian,

Liu

et al. 2024

Polymer Composites

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Enhancing impact resistance of fiber‐reinforced polymer composites through bio‐inspired helicoidal structures: A review

Xu,

Feng

2024

Polymer Composites

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One of the primary limitations of fiber‐reinforced polymer composites, particularly carbon fiber, is their low impact resistance. Helicoidal structures, inspired by natural biological materials, are created by rotating each layer at a small angle through the thickness, forming a staircase pattern. These structures have been used as microstructure models to improve impact resistance in composite laminates. This paper provides a comprehensive review of recent progress in the impact resistance of bio‐inspired helicoidal laminates (BIHL). The review begins with an introduction to typical microstructural characteristics of helicoidal architectures, including single‐ and double‐twisted Bouligand structures. The impact damage mechanisms specific to BIHL are then elucidated, particular emphasis is placed on key parameters that affect impact performance, including different forms of helicoidal structures, constituent materials and impact factors. Furthermore, a critical discussion is conducted to highlight the advantages and limitations of manufacturing processes tailored for high‐volume production of BIHL. Finally, after identifying research gaps in the current literature, future directions for BIHL in design, fabrication and application are presented. This review may serve as a practical guide for engineers and researchers interested in developing polymer composite laminates that are highly resistant to impact loads.Highlights Helicoidal structures significantly enhance the impact resistance of composites. The damage pattern and mechanisms of BIHL are identified and summarized. Key parameters influencing the impact behavior of BIHL are discussed in detailed. The advantages and limitations of manufacturing processes for BIHL are examined Contemporary challenges and future research directions for BIHL are outlined.

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Improving the impact performance of natural fiber reinforced laminate through hybridization and layup design

Liu,

Pham,

Mencattelli

et al. 2024

Composites Science and Technology

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Bio-inspired helicoidal thin-ply carbon fiber reinforced epoxy laminates with nylon microparticles for improved toughness and healing

Cited by 6 publications

References 40 publications

Short beam shear performance of spread‐tow woven stitched composite with anti‐sandwich structure

Short beam shear performance of spread‐tow woven stitched composite with anti‐sandwich structure

Enhancing impact resistance of fiber‐reinforced polymer composites through bio‐inspired helicoidal structures: A review

Improving the impact performance of natural fiber reinforced laminate through hybridization and layup design

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