Fibers, Volume 12, Issue 2
February 2024 - 6 articles
Nanomaterial-Enhanced Sizings: Pilot Fibre Sizing Line Design and Optimization
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Cover Story: The mechanical properties of carbon fiber (CF) reinforced polymers (CFRPs) rely heavily on the quality of the fiber-matrix interface. This interface's integrity is influenced by CF surface functionalization and resin type. Recently, research has shifted towards investigating CF sizing—a protective coating traditionally used to shield CFs from environmental damage and ease handling—as a determining factor in enhancing the fiber-matrix interface, particularly with incorporating nanomaterials. This study is dedicated to establishing a pilot-scale CF sizing line, including the design, installation, and operational phases. By experimenting with various sizing solutions containing nanomaterials, our objective is to optimize conditions and to ensure a uniform and robust coating, leading to improved mechanical properties of CFRPs. View this paper