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Carbon Fiber Composites, 4th Edition
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Carbon Fiber Composites, 4th Edition

A special issue of Journal of Composites Science (ISSN 2504-477X). This special issue belongs to the section "Carbon Composites".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 784

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Dr. Jiadeng Zhu

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Brewer Science Inc., Springfield, MO 65806, USA
Interests: energy; polymers; fibers; biomaterials; low-dimensional materials
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Dr. Hyunjin Cho

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Department of Materials and Parts of Secondary Battery, Jeonju Kijeon College, Jeonju, Republic of Korea
Interests: 1D-2D nanomaterials; carbon fibers; boron nitride nanotubes; energy; hydrogen

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Many efforts have been made to create light-weight materials that maintain excellent physical and chemical properties, aiming at energy savings and property enhancement for aerospace, automotive, marine, and industrial applications over the past few decades. Among them, carbon fibers and their composites have attracted significant attention because of their unique properties, including high strength and modulus, novel dimensional stability, high surface area/volume ratios, low coefficient of thermal expansion, etc. Therefore, they have been widely applied in fields of energy storage, filtration, aircraft, etc., via advanced manufacturing technologies (i.e., wet/melt spinning, solution casting, 3D printing, etc.).

Processing–structure–property relationships of carbon fibers and their composites are crucial for their future applications in the fields of energy, engineering, and the environment. Various precursors and processing approaches have been studied to prepare carbon fibers and composites with specific structures to achieve excellent multifunctional properties, consisting of better mechanical, thermal, electrical, and barrier properties. However, to date, lowering the manufacturing cost and expanding their applications remain challenging.

The main aim of this Special Issue is to tackle the points mentioned above for the preparation, characterization, and properties of advanced carbon fibers and their composites to offer an insight into them, facilitating their practical applications in various fields.

Dr. Jiadeng Zhu
Dr. Hyunjin Cho
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • carbon fibers
  • carbon nanofibers
  • composites
  • filtration
  • energy
  • environment

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Shining a Light on Carbon-Reinforced Polymers: Mg/MgO and TiO2 Nanomodifications for Enhanced Optical Performance
by Lukas Haiden, Michael Feuchter, Andreas J. Brunner, Michel Barbezat, Amol Pansare, Bharath Ravindran, Velislava Terziyska and Gerald Pinter
J. Compos. Sci. 2025, 9(4), 187; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcs9040187 - 12 Apr 2025
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This study examines the intrinsic optical enhancements of carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRPs) achieved through the integration of magnesium oxide (MgO) nanoparticles, as well as Mg/MgO and titanium dioxide (TiO2) thin films onto carbon fibers. Integration was performed by quasi-continuous electrophoretic deposition [...] Read more.
This study examines the intrinsic optical enhancements of carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRPs) achieved through the integration of magnesium oxide (MgO) nanoparticles, as well as Mg/MgO and titanium dioxide (TiO2) thin films onto carbon fibers. Integration was performed by quasi-continuous electrophoretic deposition (EPD) and physical vapor deposition (PVD), respectively. Employing a customized electrophoretic cell, EPD facilitated uniform MgO nanoparticle deposition onto unsized carbon fibers, ensuring stable nanoparticle dispersion and precise fiber coating. As a result, the fibers exhibited increased ultraviolet (UV) reflectance, largely attributed to the optical properties of the protective MgO layer. In parallel, PVD enabled the deposition of Mg/MgO and TiO2 thin films with tailored thicknesses, providing precise control over key optical parameters such as reflectivity and interference effects. Mg/MgO coatings demonstrated high UV reflectivity, while TiO2 layers, with their varying refractive indices, generated vibrant colors in the visible (Vis) range through thickness-dependent light interference. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM) assessed the quality, thickness, and uniformity of these thin films, and UV/Vis spectroscopy confirmed the influence of deposition parameters on the resulting optical performance. Post-lamination analyses revealed that both EPD and PVD modifications significantly enhanced UV reflectivity and allowed for customizable color effects. This dual strategy underscores the potential of combining EPD and PVD to develop advanced CFRPs with superior UV resistance, decorative optical features, and improved environmental stability. Full article
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Effects of Matrix Properties on the Interfacial Shear Strength Between Carbon Fiber and Various Thermoplastic Polymers, and Their Influence on the Mechanical Properties of Composites
by Kazuto Tanaka and Ryota Sakakibara
J. Compos. Sci. 2025, 9(4), 174; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcs9040174 - 2 Apr 2025
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Although fiber–matrix interfacial strengths, which affect the mechanical properties of fiber-reinforced plastics (FRPs), are considered to be determined by complex factors, few studies have systematically evaluated the relationship between the matrix properties and the fiber–matrix interfacial shear strength. In this study, the properties [...] Read more.
Although fiber–matrix interfacial strengths, which affect the mechanical properties of fiber-reinforced plastics (FRPs), are considered to be determined by complex factors, few studies have systematically evaluated the relationship between the matrix properties and the fiber–matrix interfacial shear strength. In this study, the properties of various thermoplastics were measured, and the matrix tightening stress that constricts the fiber was simulated using finite element method (FEM) analysis. The relationships between the fiber–matrix interfacial shear strength and the matrix properties were clarified. The mechanical properties of carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) laminates were also evaluated, and the relationships between the fiber–matrix interfacial shear strength and the mechanical properties of CFRTP laminates were examined. The fiber–matrix interfacial shear strength showed a positive correlation with the matrix tightening stress tightening the fiber in the radial direction, as well as with matrix density, tensile strength, modulus, and melting temperature, while a negative correlation was found with the coefficient of linear expansion of the matrix. A higher fiber–matrix interfacial shear strength can be achieved by using a matrix with higher density, even without direct evaluation of the fiber–matrix interfacial strength, as the fiber–matrix interfacial shear strength showed a strong positive correlation with matrix density. Furthermore, the mechanical properties of CFRTP laminates were enhanced when matrices with higher fiber–matrix interfacial shear strength were used. Full article
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