Advanced Composite Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 22
Published: Dec. 26, 2024
In
this
paper,
a
photosensitive
resin
was
successfully
synthesized
using
epoxy
as
matrix
and
the
effect
of
nanosilica
on
its
properties
investigated.
Micromorphology
analyses
show
that
has
good
dispersion
strong
interaction
with
matrix.
Additionally,
finite
element
model
developed
to
predict
tensile
performance
nanocomposite
under
high-strain
loads.
Molecular
dynamics
simulations
demonstrated
favorable
binding
energy
between
resin.
The
effects
fracture
toughness
release
rate
resins
were
investigated
load-enhanced
test
method.
results
showed
addition
1.0
wt.%
particles
increased
from
0.45
MPa
m1/2
0.79
m1/2,
248.3
J/m2
555.7
J/m2;
compared
neat
resins,
incorporation
impact
strengths
by
26.8%
49.2%,
respectively.
used
improve
strength
49.2%
respectively
Electrochemical
corrosion
analysis
resin/nanosilica
composites
have
excellent
resistance.
Under
different
environments
acid,
alkali,
salt,
1
in
composite
led
an
increase
voltage
0.023
V,
0.004
0.1
V
current
density
decreased
1.39
×
10−6
A/cm2,
0.525
10−4
2.57
On
basis,
independently
synthesised
0.01
mm
printing
accuracy.
Coatings,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(1), P. 90 - 90
Published: Jan. 15, 2025
Two
types
of
T800
grade
carbon
fibers,
produced
using
distinct
spinning
processes,
were
utilized
to
fabricate
thermoplastic
prepregs
via
the
hot
melt
method.
These
subsequently
employed
produce
composites.
A
universal
testing
machine
was
used
assess
tensile,
bending,
and
interlaminar
shear
properties
composites,
evaluating
impact
two
different
processes
on
their
mechanical
characteristics.
The
experimental
results
indicate
that
dry
spray
wet
fiber
(T800-DJWS)
exhibits
a
smoother
surface,
more
regular
cross-section,
uniform
distribution
compared
(T800-WS),
enhancing
prepreg
preparation
T800-DJWS/PAEK
composite
demonstrates
tensile
strength
is
706
MPa
higher
than
T800-WS/PAEK
composite,
while
latter
bending
modulus
31
GPa
former.
Polymer Composites,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 28, 2025
Abstract
Polyaspartate
polyurea
(PAEp)
generally
has
insufficient
protective
properties
and
limited
chemical
corrosion
resistance.
To
address
these
limitations,
boron
carbide
(B
4
C)
nanosheets
were
modified
using
mechanochemical
surface
grafting
with
amino
functional
groups
to
create
KP‐B
C.
These
incorporated
into
PAEp
produce
nanocomposite
materials.
The
addition
of
0.5
wt%
C
significantly
enhanced
the
mechanical
nanocomposites.
Tensile
strength
increased
by
127.12%,
while
elongation
improved
45.08%.
impact
resistance
material
was
also
notably
improved.
prepared
nanocomposites
demonstrated
strong
resilience
against
environmental
factors
such
as
moisture,
heat,
UV
exposure,
friction.
composite
coatings
particles
had
anticorrosion
compared
unmodified
PAEp.
Electrochemical
tests
have
shown
that
provide
a
robust
coating
even
after
prolonged
immersion
in
corrosive
liquids
(e.g.,
NaCl,
NaOH,
H
2
SO
).
This
improvement
is
attributed
uniform
dispersion
matrix
effective
barrier
aggressive
substances.
study
highlighted
importance
adding
reinforcing
phase
modification
order
achieve
high
performance
multifunctional
coatings.
Highlights
at
break
127.12%
45.08%;
Enhanced
on
Al
epoxy
substrates;
Exceptional
abrasion
resistance,
reducing
wear
index
1.18%.
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(8), P. 1011 - 1011
Published: April 9, 2025
Polyvinyl
alcohol
(PVA)
is
used
in
various
fields;
however,
its
highly
flammable
property
greatly
limits
application.
In
order
to
improve
the
flame-retardant
properties
of
PVA,
one
method
by
adding
flame
retardants
directly,
while
another
through
grafting,
cross-linking
and
hydrogen
bonding.
A
retardant,
9,
10-dihydro-9,
10-oxa-10-phosphaphenanthrene-10-oxide
(DOPO)-vinyltrimethoxysilane
(VTES),
was
synthesized
addition
reaction
a
P–H
bond
on
DOPO
unsaturated
carbon–carbon
double
bonds
VTES.
Then,
DOPO-VTES
zirconium
phosphate
(α-ZrP)
were
blended
with
PVA
cast
film,
which
grafted
onto
hydroxyl
group
molecular
structure
PVA;
α-ZrP
as
cooperative
agent
DOPO-VTES.
The
cone
calorimetry
test
(CCT)
showed
significant
reduction
both
heat
release
rate
(HRR)
total
(THR)
for
films
compared
pure
PVA.
Additionally,
thermogravimetric
analysis
(TGA)
revealed
higher
residual
char
content
than
These
findings
suggested
that
combination
could
retardancy
mode
action
at
play
possibly
acted
mainly
gas-phase
yielded
PO
radical;
VTES
produced
silicon
dioxide
(SiO2),
thermal
insulator;
catalyzed
carbonization
By
combining
α-ZrP,
continuous
dense
carbon
layer
formed,
effectively
inhibited
oxygen
exchange,
resulting
effect.
It
expected
have
broad
development
prospect
potential
fields
packaging
materials,
electronic
appliances,
lithium-ion
battery
separators.
Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 1, 2025
Abstract
In
this
article,
EP‐SMAE
was
synthesized
by
reacting
the
reactive
groups
of
bisphenol
A
diglycidyl
ether
(DGEBA)
with
phosphorus‐containing
Schiff
base
derivatives
(SMAE)
to
enhance
fire
safety
thermoplastic
polyurethane
(TPU).
The
experimental
results
demonstrated
that
TPU/5EP‐SMAE
achieved
a
Limiting
Oxygen
Index
(LOI)
value
27.8%,
reaching
UL
94
V‐0
classification.
Further
addition
improves
anti‐drip
performance
TPU,
benefit
SMAE
alone
does
not
provide.
EP
modification
promotes
formation
denser
and
more
ordered
char
layer
while
preserving
SMAE's
gas‐phase
flame
inhibition.
demonstrates
biphasic
retardancy
significantly
alleviates
negative
impact
on
mechanical
properties.
tensile
strength
TPU/5EP‐SAE
18.9
MPa,
which
is
higher
than
8.8
MPa
TPU/5SMAE.
This
study
presents
an
effective
method
TPU
its
Highlights
enhanced
resistance
in
TPU.
reached
LOI
passing
rating.
Adding
15EP‐SMAE
inhibited
dripping
exerted
dual‐phase
inhibition
effect.
reduced
adverse
Polymer Composites,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 17, 2025
Abstract
Styrene‐Ethylene‐Butylene‐Styrene
(SEBS)
has
garnered
considerable
attention
for
its
excellent
stability
and
aging
resistance,
yet
broader
industrial
applications
require
enhanced
functionalities,
including
electrical
thermal
conductivity,
as
well
chemical
resistance.
This
study
investigates
the
preparation
of
graphene
nanoplatelet
(GNP)‐reinforced
SEBS/PP/oil
(SPO)
nanocomposites,
with
an
emphasis
on
a
novel
ball‐milled
variant
(
B
‐SPO/GNP)
engineered
to
improve
mechanical
strength
multifunctional
performance.
SPO/GNP
‐SPO/GNP
nanocomposites
were
prepared
using
twin‐screw
extrusion
injection
molding,
GNP
loadings
ranging
from
0.5
30
wt%.
Comprehensive
characterization
revealed
significant
improvements
across
multiple
properties,
primarily
driven
by
uniform
dispersion
GNPs
interfacial
bonding
within
matrix.
Notably,
tensile
increased
38.89%
in
‐SPO/GNP‐2
compared
unreinforced
SPO,
while
‐SPO/GNP‐20
achieved
conductivity
0.415
W/m·K
1.88
×
10
−7
S/cm.
In
addition,
percolation
threshold
was
observed
at
17.35
wt%
nanocomposites.
Enhanced
resistance
long‐term
salt
spray
corrosion
performance
attributed
formation
effective
GNP‐based
protective
barrier.
These
findings
underscore
potential
durable,
high‐performance
materials,
offering
promising
platform
advanced
polymer
nanocomposite
development
demanding
applications.
Highlights
Mechanical
ball
milling
improved
interface
bonding.
showed
maximum
increase
over
SPO.
Electrical
reduced
displayed
stability.
exhibited
superior
Polymer Composites,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
45(16), P. 14966 - 14981
Published: Aug. 3, 2024
Abstract
This
study
presents
novel
mechanochemical
methods
for
the
synthesis
and
chemical
modification
of
bismuthene
nanosheets
(BINS)
using
a
high‐speed
blender
planetary
ball
milling.
Atomic
force
microscopy
(AFM)
measurements
confirmed
successful
exfoliation
1.5‐nm
BINS.
Epoxy/BINS
nanocomposites
exhibited
enhanced
mechanical
properties,
thermal
stability,
resistance.
Chemical
via
milling
improved
interface
dispersion
BINS
within
epoxy
matrix,
leading
to
significant
enhancements
in
performance
Compared
neat
epoxy,
at
0.75
vol%
m‐BINS,
Young's
modulus,
impact
strength
fracture
toughness
K
IC
were
respectively
by
30%,
88.6%,
144.4%
while
these
increments
10%,
55.7%,
97.8%
pristine
BINS‐based
nanocomposite.
A
3D
finite
element
model
test
nanocomposite
was
developed
predict
its
behavior
under
high‐strain
rate
loadings;
numerical
showed
high
agreement
with
experimental
measurements.
Epoxy/m‐BINS
demonstrated
exceptional
resistance,
attributed
small
lateral
dimensions
which
fill
spaces
between
cross‐linked
molecules
uniformly
distribute
matrix.
These
findings
highlight
crucial
role
defining
properties
nanocomposites.
Overall,
this
provides
facile
scalable
method
synthesizing
modifying
bismuthene,
showcasing
potential
developing
functional
polymer
Highlights
Bismuthene
&
modified
(m‐BINS)
are
prepared
eco‐friendly
method.
m‐BINS
is
~1.5
nm
thick
~0.5
μm
wide.
shows
good
strong
adhesion
Impact
epoxy/m‐BINS
88.6%
144.4%.
Numerical
rate.