Thermal stability and flame-retardant properties of a basalt/kevlar fiber-reinforced hybrid polymer composite with bran filler particulates
The development of advanced polymer composites with enhanced thermal stability and flame-retardant properties is essential for high-performance applications. This study aims to investigate a novel hybrid polymer composite reinforced with basalt and Kevlar fibers, integrated with bran filler particul...
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| author | N. Beemkumar Ganesan Subbiah Vijay J. Upadhye Arpit Arora Shakti Prakash Jena K Kamakshi Priya Habtamu Alemayehu |
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| description | The development of advanced polymer composites with enhanced thermal stability and flame-retardant properties is essential for high-performance applications. This study aims to investigate a novel hybrid polymer composite reinforced with basalt and Kevlar fibers, integrated with bran filler particulates within an epoxy matrix. The composite was fabricated using the conventional hand layup technique, and its thermal and flame-retardant properties were systematically analyzed. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) revealed excellent thermal stability, with significant weight loss occurring only above 350 °C. The coefficient of linear thermal expansion (CLTE) was measured at 1.74 × 10⁻⁵ / °C, indicating superior dimensional stability under thermal stress. Thermal conductivity tests demonstrated an improved value of 0.79 W/mK, attributed to the efficient heat dissipation properties of basalt fibers. Heat deflection temperature (HDT) testing indicated a high HDT of 179 °C, showcasing resistance to deformation under heat. Furthermore, the composite exhibited enhanced flame-retardant capacity due to the synergistic effects of basalt and Kevlar fibers and the char-forming properties of bran fillers. The findings highlight the novelty of combining basalt and Kevlar fibers with bran particulates to achieve superior thermal and flame-retardant properties. This hybrid composite demonstrates significant potential for applications in thermal insulation and protective materials where high thermal stability and fire resistance are essential. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-24797b1157bc4e18bc538aed3ce5c9092025-02-02T05:29:16ZengElsevierResults in Engineering2590-12302025-03-0125104207Thermal stability and flame-retardant properties of a basalt/kevlar fiber-reinforced hybrid polymer composite with bran filler particulatesN. Beemkumar0Ganesan Subbiah1Vijay J. Upadhye2Arpit Arora3Shakti Prakash Jena4K Kamakshi Priya5Habtamu Alemayehu6Department of Mechanical Engineering, Jain (Deemed to be University), Banglore, Karnataka, IndiaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaParul Institute of Applied Sciences, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat, IndiaCentre for Research and Outcome, Chitkara Institute of Engineering and Technology, Chitkara University, Rajpura, Punjab, IndiaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IndiaDepartment of Physics, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Saveetha University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Haramaya Institute of Technology, Haramaya University, Dire Dawa, Ethiopia; Corresponding author.The development of advanced polymer composites with enhanced thermal stability and flame-retardant properties is essential for high-performance applications. This study aims to investigate a novel hybrid polymer composite reinforced with basalt and Kevlar fibers, integrated with bran filler particulates within an epoxy matrix. The composite was fabricated using the conventional hand layup technique, and its thermal and flame-retardant properties were systematically analyzed. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) revealed excellent thermal stability, with significant weight loss occurring only above 350 °C. The coefficient of linear thermal expansion (CLTE) was measured at 1.74 × 10⁻⁵ / °C, indicating superior dimensional stability under thermal stress. Thermal conductivity tests demonstrated an improved value of 0.79 W/mK, attributed to the efficient heat dissipation properties of basalt fibers. Heat deflection temperature (HDT) testing indicated a high HDT of 179 °C, showcasing resistance to deformation under heat. Furthermore, the composite exhibited enhanced flame-retardant capacity due to the synergistic effects of basalt and Kevlar fibers and the char-forming properties of bran fillers. The findings highlight the novelty of combining basalt and Kevlar fibers with bran particulates to achieve superior thermal and flame-retardant properties. This hybrid composite demonstrates significant potential for applications in thermal insulation and protective materials where high thermal stability and fire resistance are essential.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123025002932Basalt fiberKevlar fiberBran fillerThermal stabilityFlame resistance |
| spellingShingle | N. Beemkumar Ganesan Subbiah Vijay J. Upadhye Arpit Arora Shakti Prakash Jena K Kamakshi Priya Habtamu Alemayehu Thermal stability and flame-retardant properties of a basalt/kevlar fiber-reinforced hybrid polymer composite with bran filler particulates Results in Engineering Basalt fiber Kevlar fiber Bran filler Thermal stability Flame resistance |
| title | Thermal stability and flame-retardant properties of a basalt/kevlar fiber-reinforced hybrid polymer composite with bran filler particulates |
| title_full | Thermal stability and flame-retardant properties of a basalt/kevlar fiber-reinforced hybrid polymer composite with bran filler particulates |
| title_fullStr | Thermal stability and flame-retardant properties of a basalt/kevlar fiber-reinforced hybrid polymer composite with bran filler particulates |
| title_full_unstemmed | Thermal stability and flame-retardant properties of a basalt/kevlar fiber-reinforced hybrid polymer composite with bran filler particulates |
| title_short | Thermal stability and flame-retardant properties of a basalt/kevlar fiber-reinforced hybrid polymer composite with bran filler particulates |
| title_sort | thermal stability and flame retardant properties of a basalt kevlar fiber reinforced hybrid polymer composite with bran filler particulates |
| topic | Basalt fiber Kevlar fiber Bran filler Thermal stability Flame resistance |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123025002932 |
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