In this study, we constructed hybrid three-dimensional (3D) filler networks by simply incorporating a relatively low content of one-dimensional carbon nanotubes (CNTs; 0.0005-0.25 vol %) and a certain content of two-dimensional boron nitride (BN; 30 phr) in a silicone rubber (SIR) matrix. As indicated by transmission electron microscopy observation...
In this study, we constructed hybrid three-dimensional (3D) filler networks by simply incorporating a relatively low content of one-dimensional carbon nanotubes (CNTs; 0.0005-0.25 vol %) and a certain content of two-dimensional boron nitride (BN; 30 phr) in a silicone rubber (SIR) matrix. As indicated by transmission electron microscopy observation...
The present research work was undertaken to evaluate the rutting performance of carbon nanotube (CNT)-modified asphalt binders. Additionally, intermediate-temperature performance, aging resistivity potential, and high-temperature storage stability were also evaluated. Reported literature on rutting performance of CNT-modified asphalt binders is mai...
Material loss and degradation due to erosion remains a major concern in engineering applications for composite materials. A finite element based model has been developed to predict the erosion behavior of unidirectional carbon fiber-epoxy (CFRP) composites subjected to solid particle impacts. In this model, the CFRP plate is subjected to multiple p...
Designing environmentally friendly materials from natural resources represents a great challenge in the last decade. However, the lack of fundamental knowledge in the processing of the raw materials to fabricate the composites structure is still a major challenge for potential applications. Natural fibers extracted from plants are receiving more at...
Carbon nanotube grafted carbon fibers (CNT-g-CFs) were prepared continuously, spool to spool, via thermal CVD. The application of an in-situ potential difference (300 V), between the fibers and a cylindrical graphite foil counter electrode, enhanced the growth, producing a uniform coverage of carbon nanotubes with diameter ca. 10 nm and length ca. ...
Failure of fibre-reinforced composites is affected by fatigue, which increases the challenge in designing safe and reliable composite structures. This paper presents an analytical model to predict the fatigue life of unidirectional composites under longitudinal tension-tension. The matrix and fibre-matrix interface are represented through a cohesiv...
Inhomogeneous distributions of nanoparticles in polymer nanocomposites have a strong influence on final material properties. Quantitative methods to characterise particle dispersion are rarely applied but are critical for advancing understanding of material behaviour, developing accurate computer models, and optimizing processing. Two complementary...
Thermoplastics composites show vast promise as an alternative for thermal management applications in the scope of the development of next-generation electronics and heat exchangers. Their low cost, reduced weight, and corrosion resistance make them an attractive replacer for traditionally used metals, in case their thermal conductivity (TC) can be ...
The growing interest in the preservation of our environment stimulates solutions for developing less impacting materials.Thus, the development of composites from renewable resources and recyclable end-of-life resources seems an interesting alternative. This motivated the reason to focus our work on the use of agricultural by-products and waste recy...
