Multi-response optimization of mechanical, thermomechanical, dielectric, thermal, and moisture properties of flaxseed gum-modified Thespesia populnea bark fibre/epoxy composites

Mechanical, thermal, and interfacial performance of bamboo biochar-modified Pergularia daemia stem fiber/epoxy laminates

Synergistic strengthening and toughening of epoxy resins enabled by ultra-low content pristine single-walled carbon nanotubes

The inherent brittleness of traditional epoxy resins limits their application in high-performance fields. In this study, single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) were incorporated into bisphenol-A epoxy resin to investigate their effects on mechanical properties. SWCNTs/EP nanocomposites with varying mass fractions (0.0...

Fabrication and Characterization of Thermoplastic Elastomer from EPDM/Polypropylene Blend Filled with Waste Tire Rubber Powder as Impact Absorber for Vehicle Doors

The increasing number of motor vehicles in Indonesia has led to a growing amount of waste tires, posing environmental concerns. This study investigated the use of waste tire rubber powder as a filler in EPDM/polypropylene-based thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) using PP-g-MA as a compatibilizer. The blends were vulcanized...

Effect of Thermoset Matrix Type on the Mechanical, Thermomechanical, and Electromagnetic Performance of Coremat Interlayered Carbon, Glass, and Aramid Fiber-Reinforced Hybrid Sandwich Composites

Fiber-reinforced polymer composites are attractive multifunctional material systems for aerospace, defense, and transportation because of their low density, high specific mechanical properties, and tailorable electromagnetic response. This study comparatively evaluated the effects of fiber system, thermoset matrix, and...

Load Bearing, Thermal and Dielectric Characterization of Sustainable Hybrid Epoxy Composites Reinforced with Artemisia absinthium Fiber and Nypa fruticans Seed Powder

Assessments of physical, mechanical and thermal properties of kenaf/ cotton/ polyester fabric reinforced polyester resin composites: Differential stacking sequences

A composite material was fabricated using a hand lay-up technique, incorporating layers of woven kenaf, cotton, and polyester fiber fabrics as reinforcement in a polyester resin matrix, arranged in a specific stacking sequence to enhance its properties performance. The composite material was compressed after the polyes...