Green composite materials for green technology in the automotive industry

Kurien, Rittin Abraham; Selvaraj, D. Philip; Sekar, M.; Koshy, Chacko Preno

doi:10.1088/1757-899x/872/1/012064

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“…Figure 6 shows some automotive parts constructed out of composite materials. Montagetrager front-end grill (available under a Creative Commons license [26]).…”

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3D Printing of Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Composites Using Fused Deposition Modeling: A Status Review

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Composite materials are a combination of two or more types of materials used to enhance the mechanical and structural properties of engineering products. When fibers are mixed in the polymeric matrix, the composite material is known as fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP). FRP materials are widely used in structural applications related to defense, automotive, aerospace, and sports-based industries. These materials are used in producing lightweight components with high tensile strength and rigidity. The fiber component in fiber-reinforced polymers provides the desired strength-to-weight ratio; however, the polymer portion costs less, and the process of making the matrix is quite straightforward. There is a high demand in industrial sectors, such as defense and military, aerospace, automotive, biomedical and sports, to manufacture these fiber-reinforced polymers using 3D printing and additive manufacturing technologies. FRP composites are used in diversified applications such as military vehicles, shelters, war fighting safety equipment, fighter aircrafts, naval ships, and submarine structures. Techniques to fabricate composite materials, degrade the weight-to-strength ratio and the tensile strength of the components, and they can play a critical role towards the service life of the components. Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is a technique for 3D printing that allows layered fabrication of parts using thermoplastic composites. Complex shape and geometry with enhanced mechanical properties can be obtained using this technique. This paper highlights the limitations in the development of FRPs and challenges associated with their mechanical properties. The future prospects of carbon fiber (CF) and polymeric matrixes are also mentioned in this study. The study also highlights different areas requiring further investigation in FDM-assisted 3D printing. The available literature on FRP composites is focused only on describing the properties of the product and the potential applications for it. It has been observed that scientific knowledge has gaps when it comes to predicting the performance of FRP composite parts fabricated under 3D printing (FDM) techniques. The mechanical properties of 3D-printed FRPs were studied so that a correlation between the 3D printing method could be established. This review paper will be helpful for researchers, scientists, manufacturers, etc., working in the area of FDM-assisted 3D printing of FRPs.

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“…Figure 6 shows some automotive parts constructed out of composite materials. Montagetrager front-end grill (available under a Creative Commons license [26]).…”

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“… Natural composites applied in the automotive sector ( a ) Components of Mercedes-Benz E-Class ( b ) Ford Montagetrager front-end grill (available under a Creative Commons license [ 26 ]). …”

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3D Printing of Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Composites Using Fused Deposition Modeling: A Status Review

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“…During the projected period, the composite market is estimated to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.0%, from USD 436 million in 2018 to USD 876 million in 2023. As a result, the development of composites with environmentally fibres is extensively being developed [ 9 ].…”

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Physical, Mechanical and Perforation Resistance of Natural-Synthetic Fiber Interply Laminate Hybrid Composites

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Natural and synthetic fibres have emerged in high demand due to their excellent properties. Natural fibres have good mechanical properties and are less expensive, making them a viable substitute for synthetic fibers. Owing to certain drawbacks such as their inconsistent quality and hydrophilic nature, researchers focused on incorporating these two fibres as an alternative to improve the limitations of the single fibre. This review focused on the interply hybridisation of natural and synthetic fibres into composites. Natural fibres and their classifications are discussed. The physical and mechanical properties of these hybrid composites have also been included. A full discussion of the mechanical properties of natural/synthetic fibre hybrid composites such as tensile, flexural, impact, and perforation resistance, as well as their failure modes, is highlighted. Furthermore, the applications and future directions of hybrid composites have been described in details.

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“…High‐performance polymer composites have been made using synthetic fibers derived from petroleum, but they are risky, non‐renewable, and expensive. [ 4–6 ] Contrarily, natural fibers have gained popularity in the composite manufacturing industries and have made a significant contribution to the reduction of carbon emissions. [ 7 ]…”

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“…Highperformance polymer composites have been made using synthetic fibers derived from petroleum, but they are risky, non-renewable, and expensive. [4][5][6] Contrarily, natural fibers have gained popularity in the composite manufacturing industries and have made a significant contribution to the reduction of carbon emissions. [7] Researchers have looked into using natural plant fibers such jute, sisal, bamboo, flax, cornhusk, banana, and ramie as a reinforcement material in composites.…”

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Mechanical, wear, thermal and hydrophobic behavior of novel alkali‐silane treated palmyra sprout fiber and red matta biosilica epoxy biocomposite

Poomathi¹,

2022

Polymer Composites

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In this current study, high‐toughness epoxy bio‐composites were prepared and characterized for lightweight and low‐cost technological applications using novel palmyra sprout fiber (PSF) and red matta rice husk (RHA) biosilica. The principal aim of this research was to study how the alkali‐silane treatments on the fiber and particle influence the mechanical, wear, thermal and hydrophobic behavior of epoxy composites. The PSF was alkali‐silane treated whereas the biosilica was treated only with silane. The composites were prepared via a hand layup process and characterized. According to the results, the treated PSF with 3 vol.% RHA biosilica has the maximum tensile, impact, flexural strength, and hardness. The composite with the inclusion of 5 vol.% biosilica, and the palmyra sprout fiber has the lowest specific wear rate and COF of 0.007 mm3/Nm and 0.37. Moreover, these composites possess good thermal stability with the highest initial decomposition temperature of 342°C. Similarly, the composite designation ESP3 have the lowest contact angle of 75.7°, which is within the hydrophobic limit. These composites with improved mechanical, thermal and wear properties may be useful in a variety of engineering applications that can be used for high load‐bearing capacity and biodegradability, such as sporting goods, automobiles, home furniture, food packaging, transport, and aircrafts.

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Green composite materials for green technology in the automotive industry

Cited by 31 publications

References 29 publications

3D Printing of Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Composites Using Fused Deposition Modeling: A Status Review

3D Printing of Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Composites Using Fused Deposition Modeling: A Status Review

Physical, Mechanical and Perforation Resistance of Natural-Synthetic Fiber Interply Laminate Hybrid Composites

Mechanical, wear, thermal and hydrophobic behavior of novel alkali‐silane treated palmyra sprout fiber and red matta biosilica epoxy biocomposite

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