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Book High Performance Structural Fibers for Advanced Polymer Matrix Composites

Download or read book High Performance Structural Fibers for Advanced Polymer Matrix Composites written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2005-05-09 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Military use of advanced polymer matrix composites (PMC)â€"consisting of a resin matrix reinforced by high-performance carbon or organic fibersâ€"while extensive, accounts for less that 10 percent of the domestic market. Nevertheless, advanced composites are expected to play an even greater role in future military systems, and DOD will continue to require access to reliable sources of affordable, high-performance fibers including commercial materials and manufacturing processes. As a result of these forecasts, DOD requested the NRC to assess the challenges and opportunities associated with advanced PMCs with emphasis on high-performance fibers. This report provides an assessment of fiber technology and industries, a discussion of R&D opportunities for DOD, and recommendations about accelerating technology transition, reducing costs, and improving understanding of design methodology and promising technologies.

Book Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports

Download or read book Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports written by and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 702 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book NASA Reference Publication

Download or read book NASA Reference Publication written by and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 538 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Interfaces in Composites

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  • Publisher : ASTM International
  • Release : 1969
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  • Pages : 199 pages

Download or read book Interfaces in Composites written by and published by ASTM International. This book was released on 1969 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Environmental Durability of Graphite epoxy Composites

Download or read book Environmental Durability of Graphite epoxy Composites written by Christopher C. Pauly and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The increasing acceptance and incorporation of fiber-reinforced polymer matrix composites (PMCs) as engineering construction materials have led many to look to the infrastructure as an application for these versatile materials. One such system is pultruded graphite fiber-reinforced epoxy (graphite/epoxy). Some PMC systems degrade when subjected to environmental conditions (e.g., moisture, stress, UV light, electrochemical polarization). These variables are typically studied either singularly or in series, but in real applications (e.g., aerospace, marine, infrastructure), these materials are subjected to many of these conditions simultaneously. To simulate field conditions, this study investigated the combined effects of an aqueous environment, electrochemical polarization, and applied bending stress on the durability of a pultruded graphite/epoxy composite. The findings indicate that graphite/epoxy composites cannot be assumed to be insensitive to degradation by environmental variables. Further, electrochemical polarization, as might occur with contact with a metal such as a fastener, can accelerate degradation. This damage requires the presence of moisture. Chloride and sulfate concentrations in rain are sufficient to establish an electrolyte within creviced regions, but deicing salts would overtake these as a contributor to conductivity. Further findings may be summarized as follows: 1.) Application of polarization in an aerated 0.6M NaCl environment led to breakdown of the fiber/matrix interface. The high pH environment created during the oxygen reduction reaction was necessary but not sufficient to create this breakdown, as the unpolarized specimen exposed to a pH 13 environment did not degrade. Cathodic polarization as would occur by coupling to steel or aluminum is required. 2.)Application of cathodic polarization did not significantly alter strength. Average measurements of shear strength, however, did decrease with the application of cathodic polarization for 70 and 90 days.

Book Effect of Graphite Fiber Epoxy Matrix Adhesion on Composite Fracture Behavior

Download or read book Effect of Graphite Fiber Epoxy Matrix Adhesion on Composite Fracture Behavior written by LT. Drzal and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Very little fundamental information is known about the mechanism by which surface treatments and surface finishes influence fiber-matrix adhesion and composite properties. This study is directed at elucidating the molecular mechanisms by which surface treatments affect fiber-matrix adhesion and composite properties.

Book Effects of Moisture on Chemical Interactions at a Polymer Fiber Interface

Download or read book Effects of Moisture on Chemical Interactions at a Polymer Fiber Interface written by D. E. Stuetz and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The objective of this investigation was to determine the effects of moisture and temperature on chemical interactions at the interface of a specific graphite fiber/epoxy resin composite. Studies to evaluate these effects comprised the determination of the number and type of surface sites on a Celion R GY-70 graphite fiber, that react with epoxy groups; the measurement of the rate of degradation of these sites under dry and humid conditions at elevated temperatures; and a comparison of these rates with rates of the irreversible loss of interface properties of graphite fiber/epoxy resin composites. From these results it was concluded that cleavage of fiber/resin interface bonds may be discounted as the source for the irreversible strength losses experienced in graphite fiber/epoxy resin composites.

Book Engineered Interfaces in Fiber Reinforced Composites

Download or read book Engineered Interfaces in Fiber Reinforced Composites written by Jang-Kyo Kim and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1998-10-21 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The study and application of composite materials are a truly interdisciplinary endeavour that has been enriched by contributions from chemistry, physics, materials science, mechanics and manufacturing engineering. The understanding of the interface (or interphase) in composites is the central point of this interdisciplinary effort. From the early development of composite materials of various nature, the optimization of the interface has been of major importance. While there are many reference books available on composite materials, few of them deal specifically with the science and mechanics of the interface of fiber reinforced composites. Further, many recent advances devoted solely to research in composite interfaces have been scattered in a variety of published literature and have yet to be assembled in a readily accessible form. To this end this book is an attempt to bring together recent developments in the field, both from the materials science and mechanics perspective, in a single convenient volume. The central theme of the book is tailoring the interface properties to optimise the mechanical peformance and structural integrity of composites with enhanced strength/stiffness and fracture toughness (or specific fracture resistance). It deals mainly with interfaces in advanced composites made from high performance fibers, such as glass, carbon, aramid, ultra high modulus polyethylene and some inorganic (e.g. B/W, A12O3, SiC) fibers, and matrix materials encompassing polymers, metals/alloys and ceramics. The book is intended to provide a comprehensive treatment of composite interfaces in such a way that it should be of interest to materials scientists, technologists and practising engineers, as well as graduate students and their supervisors in advanced composites. We hope that this book will also serve as a valuable source of reference to all those involved in the design and research of composite interfaces. The book contains eight chapters of discussions on microstructure-property relationships with underlying fundamental mechanics principles. In Chapter 1, an introduction is given to the nature and definition of interfaces in fiber reinforced composites. Chapter 2 is devoted to the mechanisms of adhesion which are specific to each fiber-matrix system, and the physio-chemical characterization of the interface with regard to the origin of adhesion. The experimental techniques that have been developed to assess the fiber-matrix interface bond quality on a microscopic scale are presented in Chapter 3, along with the techniques of measuring interlaminar/intralaminar strengths and fracture toughness using bulk composite laminates. The applicability and limitations associated with loading geometry and interpretation of test data are compared. Chapter 4 presents comprehensive theoretical analyses based on shear-lag models of the single fiber composite tests, with particular interest being placed on the interface debond process and the nature of the fiber-matrix interfacial bonding. Chapter 5 is devoted to reviewing current techniques of fiber surface treatments which have been devised to improve the bond strength and the fiber-matrix compatibility/stability during the manufacturing processes of composites. The micro-failure mechanisms and their associated theories of fracture toughness of composites are discussed in Chapter 6. The roles of the interface and its effects on the mechanical performance of fiber composites are addressed from several viewpoints. Recent research efforts to augment the transverse and interlaminar fracture toughness by means of controlled interfaces are presented in Chapters 7 and 8.

Book Analysis and Performance of Fiber Composites

Download or read book Analysis and Performance of Fiber Composites written by Bhagwan D. Agarwal and published by Wiley-Interscience. This book was released on 1990-10-08 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Having fully established themselves as workable engineering materials, composite materials are now increasingly commonplace around the world. Serves as both a text and reference guide to the behavior of composite materials in different engineering applications. Revised for this Second Edition, the text includes a general discussion of composites as material, practical aspects of design and performance, and further analysis that will be helpful to those engaged in research on composites. Each chapter closes with references for further reading and a set of problems that will be useful in developing a better understanding of the subject.

Book Effects of Electro copolymerized Interlayers and Fiber Arrangement on the Properties of Graphite epoxy Composites

Download or read book Effects of Electro copolymerized Interlayers and Fiber Arrangement on the Properties of Graphite epoxy Composites written by Surachai Wimolkiatisak and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Date Palm Fiber Composites

Download or read book Date Palm Fiber Composites written by Mohamad Midani and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-11-11 with total page 443 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book covers the recent research advances on the utilization of date palm fibers as a new source of cellulosic fibers that can be used in the reinforcement of polymer composites. It discusses the competitive mechanical, physical, and chemical properties which make date palm fibers stand out as an alternative to other fibers currently used in the natural fiber composites market. This volume will be useful to researchers working on natural fiber composites and fiber reinforced composites looking to develop green, biodegradable and sustainable components for application in automotive, marine, aerospace, construction, wind energy and consumer goods sectors.

Book Experimental Investigation of the Interaction of Moisture  Low Temperature  and Low Level Impact on Graphite Epoxy Composites

Download or read book Experimental Investigation of the Interaction of Moisture Low Temperature and Low Level Impact on Graphite Epoxy Composites written by K. N. Lauraitis and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Effect of low speed impact damage on composite materials is a new and potentially significant design condition for high performance systems. In metallic structure, damage due to tool drop, small rock impact and hail (while on the ground) did not constitute a damage of major concern. However, composites generally exhibit little inelastic ductility, are sensitive to secondary stresses, and are susceptible to splitting and delamination with cracks often propagating in the fiber direction through debonding. Upon failure, energy absorption is low. Due to these fracture characteristics and the low strain to failure, composite materials generally exhibit lower impact resistance than the metals typically used for aircraft construction. Environmental exposure may aggravate the deleterious effects of impact damage. It is well known that the mechanical properties of a polymeric matrix are susceptible to environmental degradation. Matrix cracking resulting from impact, loading or thermal cycling may provide pathways for moisture which can enter by laminar flow much more rapidly than by diffusion upon subsequent exposure to high humidity environment. Detrimental effects may also be expected because the internal tensile stress in the matrix increases with decreasing temperature, promoting crazing and the formation of microvoids.

Book Impact Behaviour of Fibre Reinforced Composite Materials and Structures

Download or read book Impact Behaviour of Fibre Reinforced Composite Materials and Structures written by S. R. Reid and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2000-10-12 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study covers impact response, damage tolerance and failure of fibre-reinforced composite materials and structures. Materials development, analysis and prediction of structural behaviour and cost-effective design all have a bearing on the impact response of composites and this book brings together for the first time the most comprehensive and up-to-date research work from leading international experts. State of the art analysis of impact response, damage tolerance and failure of FRC materials Distinguished contributors provide expert analysis of the most recent materials and structures Valuable tool for R&D engineers, materials scientists and designers

Book Composites Engineering Handbook

Download or read book Composites Engineering Handbook written by P.K. Mallick and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 1997-03-19 with total page 1262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers information on the fundamental principles, processes, methods and procedures related to fibre-reinforced composites. The book presents a comparative view, and provides design properties of polymeric, metal, ceramic and cement matrix composites. It also gives current test methods, joining techniques and design methodologies.