Journal of Composites Science, Volume 9, Issue 10

In this work, the mechanical performance of unidirectional thermoplastic laminates produced via a proprietary non-reactive thermoplastic pultrusion system known as the continuous forming machine (CFM) was compared to the mechanical performance of sim...

This review investigates recent progress in the field of PLA-based conductive composites for 3D printing. First, it introduces PLA as a biodegradable thermoplastic polymer, describing its processing and recycling methods and highlighting its environm...

Accurate determination of elastic properties, especially Poisson’s ratio, is crucial for the design and modeling of composite materials. Traditional methods often struggle with low strain measurements and non-uniform strain distributions inhere...

Understanding and predicting the damage to concrete caused by microorganisms in aquatic environments is challenging, highlighting the need for effective, simple, and inexpensive preventative methods. This paper presents the results of a study on the...

Friction stir additive manufacturing (FSAM) is a promising solid-state technique for fabricating high-strength aluminum alloys, such as Al-7075, which are difficult to process using conventional melting-based additive manufacturing (AM) methods. This...

In this study, the free vibration characteristics of a functionally graded (FG) shear-deformable Timoshenko beam were investigated both analytically and numerically. The work is notable for its significant contribution to the literature, particularly...

The demand for high-performance polypropylene (PP) films in high-end packaging applications has been growing rapidly. However, Traditional polypropylene (PP) films are limited in application by their inadequate mechanical strength, heat-sealing perfo...

Thermoset composites provide excellent strength but pose major recycling challenges due to their crosslinked structure. In this study, epoxy–polyurethane–glass fiber (EPG) wastes were mechanically recycled into low-density polyethylene (L...

This study aimed to develop an industrially scalable coating route for enhancing the oxidation resistance of carbon fiber fabrics, a critical requirement for next-generation aerospace and high-temperature composite structures. To achieve this goal, s...

A study on the hydrogen storage of composite materials derived from alloy glass in the system of Zr-Pd-Pt was conducted through the integration of multiple methodologies. The alloy following heat treatment in air at temperatures ranging from 280 °...

This article presents the results of experimental studies to determine the possibility of processing steelmaking slags into an artificial granulated filler for concrete by the method of forced carbonization and the stabilization of the obtained fille...

A depth study of optical, isothermal crystallization and mechanical properties was conducted on a series of poly(lactic acid) (PLA) nanocomposites based on lignin/multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) hybrid nanomaterial. The preparation was perform...

The development of bio-derived composites represents a sustainable and cost-effective strategy for advanced energy storage applications. In this work, a porous carbon/nickel oxide (NiO) composite was synthesized from orange peel via carbonization at...

Pultrusion is a manufacturing process used to produce fiber-reinforced polymer composites with excellent mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. The resulting materials are lightweight, durable, and corrosion-resistant, making them valuable in...

Glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) composites are highly susceptible to thermal damage during machining, which can compromise their structural integrity and final quality. This study examines the efficacy of graphene and wax additives in reducing...

In this study, NiO nanoparticle–reinforced PMMA nanocomposites were fabricated by melt blending, and the influence of extrusion mixing time on structural and thermal properties was examined. Mixing durations of 6 and 12 min were applied, and th...

Wood is one of the most widely used sustainable lignocellulosic materials, with numerous applications in consumer goods and the construction sector. Despite its positive properties, such as a high strength-to-weight ratio, thermal insulation, and low...

This work employed a design-of-experiments (DoE) strategy, specifically a 2³ full factorial design, to assess how suspension concentration (0.001–0.002 g/mL), substrate temperature (60–80 °C), and deposition height (10–15 cm) in...

This study develops data-driven models for predicting the shear capacity of reinforced concrete (RC) beams longitudinally reinforced with fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) bars and lacking transverse reinforcement. Owing to the comparatively low elastic...

This study evaluated post-processing protocols for 3D-printed implant surgical guides, aiming to determine the ideal timing after printing and post-curing durations that do not compromise residual monomer release and leachable components or mechanica...

This study presents a novel methodology for the fabrication of aluminum matrix composites (AMCs) reinforced with a hybrid of MAX phase (Ti₃AlC₂) and MXene (Ti₃C₂T_x) particles via vacuum hot-pressing sintering, aiming to enhance the mechanical propert...

This work provides a comparison of two commercial carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) materials: HexPly^® M18 1/G939 and RTM6/G939. Differences due to the additional thermoplastic in one CFRP are investigated for the two otherwise nearly identi...

For decades, regeneration of alveolar bone defects has depended on traditional grafting options, such as autogenous/allogenic grafts or allografts. Recently, extracted teeth was introduced as an alternative graft source. Tooth autografts are being us...

Geopolymers, as a novel class of low-carbon and eco-friendly cementitious material, exhibit outstanding durability and promote the resource utilization of industrial solid wastes. However, as a promising alternative to ordinary Portland cement, its s...

This study focuses on a novel lightweight technology for manufacturing variable-axial fiber-reinforced polymer components. In the presented approach, channels following the load flow are implemented in an additively manufactured basic structure and i...

This paper investigates the mechanical behavior of PBL shear connectors in UHPC during the elastic stage, utilizing push-out experiments and numerical simulation. This study simplifies the mechanical behavior of PBL shear connectors in UHPC under nor...

A non-destructive method for determining the properties of laminated composite materials made of twill-weave glass fibre fabric is considered. To determine the elastic characteristics of the composite monolayer, a combined numerical–experimenta...

To address the bottleneck issues of traditional concrete T-beams, such as excessive self-weight, susceptibility to cracking, and insufficient durability, this study investigates the flexural performance of Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) T-bea...

Composites, which combine two or more components to produce a product with properties superior to those of their individual parts, have played a critical role in modern materials science and engineering [...]

With the rapid advancement of energy storage technologies, there is a growing demand for affordable, efficient, and environmentally benign battery systems. Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) present a promising alternative to lithium-ion systems due to sodi...

The growing demand for radiation-shielded infrastructure highlights the need for materials that balance shielding performance with environmental and economic sustainability. Heavyweight self-compacting concretes (HWSCC), commonly produced with barite...

This study investigates the structural behavior of composite double-web steel beams filled with different types of concrete made from a combination of recycled concrete aggregates and normal aggregates. The research includes both experimental and num...

Water electrolysis represents a viable and scalable green hydrogen production technology, which mitigates carbon emissions and contributes to environmental sustainability. Transition metal-based layered double hydroxides (LDHs) exhibit excellent oxyg...

In this study, the nonlinear forced vibration response of fiber-reinforced laminated composite beams coated with functionally graded materials (FGMs) is investigated under the combined action of aero-thermoelastic loads and a concentrated harmonic ex...

This study investigates the mechanical behaviour of timber–concrete composite (TCC) floor members with an innovative adhesive connection reinforced by granite chips, glass fibre yarn net in the epoxy adhesive layer, and polypropylene (PP) fibre...

Hydrogen energy offers high energy density and carbon-free combustion, making it a promising fuel for next-generation propulsion and power generation systems. Hydrogen offers approximately three times more energy per unit mass than natural gas, and i...

Thermal cycling test is one of the reliability tests, which are important for metal-ceramic layered composites (metallized ceramic substrates), a part in power modules. Since thermal cycles are within a large range of temperature, the test has only b...

Harnessing solar energy is crucial for applications such as water desalination through solar collectors, where efficient conversion of solar radiation into thermal energy is required. In this study, electroless nickel–phosphorus (Ni-P) coatings...

Multi-material structures have great potential in high-end fields such as aerospace and energy. Which integrate the advantages of various metals and meet the demands of complex working conditions. Among additive manufacturing technologies for multi-m...

This study presents a novel design method for determining the tensile load-bearing capacity of a rivet nut connection with an aluminium alloy profile. The method, developed based on the requirements of standards LVS EN 1993-1-8:2025, LVS EN 1999-1-1:...

Infrared thermography non-destructive testing technology has been widely used in the defect detection of composite structures due to its advantages, including non-contact operation, rapidity, low cost, and high precision. In this study, a laser-line...

In this article, composite binders based on industrial waste—phosphogypsum, granular phosphoric slag, and burnt barium carbonate tailings––are investigated. It was found that the optimal composition (65% slag, 20% phosphogypsum, 15%...

The removal of nickel from industrial wastewater necessitates efficient sorbent materials. This study investigates nanostructured potassium- and sodium-substituted aluminosilicate-based nanocomposites for this application. Materials were synthesized...

The harsh conditions of the space environment necessitate advanced materials capable of withstanding extreme temperature fluctuations and ultraviolet (UV) radiation. While epoxy-based composites are widely utilized in aerospace due to their favorable...

This paper discusses whether the principal response features of composites subjected to fatigue loadings, including residual strength and lifetime statistics under variable amplitude (VA) loadings, can be resolved based on constant amplitude (CA) fat...

This paper assesses the feasibility of metakaolin (MK)-based geopolymer (GP) composite as an environmentally friendly substitute for cement-based composite in repair applications. The Taguchi orthogonal array method was used to find the optimum GP mi...

Polyimide composites represent a class of advanced materials with remarkable mechanical robustness and thermal stability, making them highly suitable for applications in extreme environments. Their unique ability to maintain performance under high te...

The degree of bovine serum albumin (BSA) released from particles based on chitosan and hydroxyapatite prepared by encapsulation and chemisorption methods, crosslinked by aldol condensation, was studied. The obtained materials’ composition was q...

In this work, general purpose rubber composites were created based on a mixture of non-polar cis-1,4-isoprene rubber and cis-1,4-divinyl rubber as components. The main filler used was carbon black, while various graphite-like materials (graphite oxid...

Ply Curving Termination (PCT) is an effective method to suppress stress concentration at composite ply drop-offs by locally curving the reinforcing fibers to reduce the stiffness. A previous study by the authors confirmed that PCT can suppress fatigu...