Experimental and Mechanical Studies of Kevlar Composites

Abstract

Nowadays, industries are increasingly developing advanced materials that combine high durability, sustainability, and ease of fabrication. Aramid fibers, particularly Kevlar, are widely used in engineering applications due to their excellent mechanical properties, such as high tensile strength, impact resistance, and thermal stability. At the same time, growing concerns over environmental impacts have led to increased interest in the reuse of waste materials and the development of sustainable composite systems. In this paper, we review experimental studies on Kevlar-based composites, with particular emphasis placed on composites manufactured from waste Kevlar fibers. Particular attention is given to the influence of fiber fragmentation and surface modification performed using polyvinyl butyral (PVB) on mechanical properties. We also cover material characteristics, manufacturing techniques, and the mechanical behavior of various composite systems. We primarily focus on analyzing the methodologies and research results of studies in the literature to enable future researchers to verify the quality of existing research.