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Proceeding Paper

Smart Design of an Innovative Generation of Structural Resins Loaded with Carbon Nanostructured Forms †

by
Liberata Guadagno
1,
Marialuigia Raimondo
1,
Francesca Aliberti
1,
Raffaele Longo
1,
Michelina Catauro
2 and
Luigi Vertuccio
2,*
1
Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Salerno, Via Giovanni Paolo II, 132, 84084 Fisciano, SA, Italy
2
Department of Engineering, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Via Roma 29, 813031 Aversa, CE, Italy
*
Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
†
Presented at the 15th EASN International Conference, Madrid, Spain, 14–17 October 2025.
Eng. Proc. 2026, 133(1), 39; https://doi.org/10.3390/engproc2026133039
Published: 23 April 2026
(This article belongs to the Proceedings of The 15th EASN International Conference on “Innovation in Aviation & Space Towards Sustainability Today & Tomorrow”)
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Abstract

This study introduces advanced epoxy formulations incorporating carbon-based nanofillers, carbon nanotubes, nanofibers, and functionalized graphene. The epoxy matrix was optimized to lower moisture absorption and enhance multifunctional properties. A non-stoichiometric epoxy/hardener ratio reduced equilibrium water concentration (Ceq) by up to 30% compared to unmodified epoxy, achieved by minimizing polar groups responsible for water bonding. These improvements benefit the aerospace, marine, and wind energy sectors. All nanofillers form a secondary phase with reduced glass transition temperature (Tg), but functionalized graphene performs best. Its self-assembled sheet architectures trap resin, limit water interaction, and create conductive pathways, improving strength, reducing moisture uptake, and achieving a low electrical percolation threshold (EPT).
Keywords: aerospace; epoxy resin; hybrid material; water sorption; dynamic mechanical properties aerospace; epoxy resin; hybrid material; water sorption; dynamic mechanical properties

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Guadagno, L.; Raimondo, M.; Aliberti, F.; Longo, R.; Catauro, M.; Vertuccio, L. Smart Design of an Innovative Generation of Structural Resins Loaded with Carbon Nanostructured Forms. Eng. Proc. 2026, 133, 39. https://doi.org/10.3390/engproc2026133039

AMA Style

Guadagno L, Raimondo M, Aliberti F, Longo R, Catauro M, Vertuccio L. Smart Design of an Innovative Generation of Structural Resins Loaded with Carbon Nanostructured Forms. Engineering Proceedings. 2026; 133(1):39. https://doi.org/10.3390/engproc2026133039

Chicago/Turabian Style

Guadagno, Liberata, Marialuigia Raimondo, Francesca Aliberti, Raffaele Longo, Michelina Catauro, and Luigi Vertuccio. 2026. "Smart Design of an Innovative Generation of Structural Resins Loaded with Carbon Nanostructured Forms" Engineering Proceedings 133, no. 1: 39. https://doi.org/10.3390/engproc2026133039

APA Style

Guadagno, L., Raimondo, M., Aliberti, F., Longo, R., Catauro, M., & Vertuccio, L. (2026). Smart Design of an Innovative Generation of Structural Resins Loaded with Carbon Nanostructured Forms. Engineering Proceedings, 133(1), 39. https://doi.org/10.3390/engproc2026133039

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