Thermal and thermo-mechanical characterization of MWCNTs integrated E-glass/carbon fabric reinforced composites

Abstract

The prime objective of this work is to interpret the effects of different kinds of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) on thermal and thermo-mechanical properties of E-glass/carbon fabric reinforced hybrid composites. MWCNTs enhanced composites are fabricated by vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding method. The thermal and thermo-mechanical characterizations are carried out using a differential scanning calorimeter, thermogravimetric analyzer and dynamic mechanical analyzer, while the morphological structure is examined by scanning electron microscope. The results show that the addition of MWCNTs and changing the fabric stacking sequences do not have effects on the phase changes of the materials but have reducing effects on the void ratio. Besides, it is observed that the added MWCNTs increase the degradation temperature of the composite material and the modulus values. The pristine MWCNT is found more effective on thermal and thermo-mechanical properties of composite structures than functionalized ones.

Statistical analysis to examine the influence of thermal aging on hybrid glass epoxy polymer composites with fillers of multi‐walled carbon nanotubes

“…30 Thermal and thermo-mechanical characterization of MWCNTs integrated E-glass/carbon fabric reinforced composites revealed significant improvements in thermal stability and mechanical properties, highlighting their potential for high-performance applications in various industries. 31 Thermal and flammability properties indicate the potential for improved fire resistance and mechanical behavior through the incorporation of MWCNTs into laminates. 32 The influence of various surfactants on carbon fiber dispersion and the mechanical performance of smart piezoresistive cementitious composites is an important area of investigation, focusing on achieving high-quality dispersion and optimizing the mechanical, electrical, and thermal behaviors of the composites.…”

“…Modeling techniques are used to predict the mechanical behavior of composites under various conditions 30 . Thermal and thermo‐mechanical characterization of MWCNTs integrated E‐glass/carbon fabric reinforced composites revealed significant improvements in thermal stability and mechanical properties, highlighting their potential for high‐performance applications in various industries 31 . Thermal and flammability properties indicate the potential for improved fire resistance and mechanical behavior through the incorporation of MWCNTs into laminates 32 .…”

Characterization of Thermo-mechanical and Morphological Properties of Jute Fabric Reinforced Epoxy/AESO Bio-composites

“…Damping Factor (Tan delta) Figure 7 displays the effect of increased AESO content on the tan delta of the samples produced at room temperature. The tan delta value is the ratio of loss modulus to storage modulus of the material and it shows the interrelation of the viscous and elastic behaviour [29]. Composite materials with a poor interface between matrix and reinforcing material tend to dissipate more energy, leading to greater damping [28].…”

Buckling Prediction of MWCNT-reinforced Laminated Composite Structures under Hygro-Thermo-Mechanical Conditions

“…However, the presence of MWCNTs in the composite system introduces complexities in predicting the structural behaviour of the composites, especially under hygro-thermo-mechanical conditions which result in the aging of the structures and can ultimately influence their structural integrity [8,9]. The anisotropic nature of MWCNTs, their interaction with the matrix material, and their distribution and orientation within the composite can greatly affect the overall properties of the composite [10,11].…”