Improving Mechanical Properties of Thermoset Biocomposites by Fiber Coating or Organic Oil Addition
Two different thermoset biocomposite systems are experimented in this study with the hope to improve their mechanical properties. Fiberglass and hemp, in form of fabrics, are used to reinforce the thermoset polymer matrix, which includes a traditional epoxy resin and a linseed oil-based bioresin (UV...
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| description | Two different thermoset biocomposite systems are experimented in this study with the hope to improve their mechanical properties. Fiberglass and hemp, in form of fabrics, are used to reinforce the thermoset polymer matrix, which includes a traditional epoxy resin and a linseed oil-based bioresin (UVL). The fiber/polymer matrix interface is modified using two different approaches: adding a plant-based oil (pine or linseed) to the polymer matrix or coating the fibers with 3-(aminopropyl)triethoxysilane (APTES) prior to integrating them into the polymer matrix. Epoxy resin is cured using an amine-based initiator, whereas UVL resin is cured under ultraviolet light. Results show that hemp fibers with APTES prime coat used in either epoxy or UVL matrix exhibit some potential improvements in the composite’s mechanical properties including tensile strength, modulus of elasticity, and ductility. It is also found that adding oil to the epoxy matrix reinforced with fiberglass mostly improves the material’s modulus of elasticity while maintaining its tensile strength and ductility. However, adding oil to the epoxy matrix reinforced with hemp doubles the material’s ductility while slightly reducing its tensile strength and modulus of elasticity. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-54ef74192f284dfc8bf3632141d9be9f2025-02-03T05:44:39ZengWileyInternational Journal of Polymer Science1687-94221687-94302015-01-01201510.1155/2015/840823840823Improving Mechanical Properties of Thermoset Biocomposites by Fiber Coating or Organic Oil AdditionTruc T. Ngo0James G. Kohl1Tawni Paradise2Autumn Khalily3Duane L. Simonson4Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering, University of San Diego, 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110, USADepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering, University of San Diego, 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110, USADepartment of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering, University of San Diego, 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110, USADepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering, University of San Diego, 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110, USAResearch Support Instruments, 4325-B Forbes Boulevard, Lanham, MD 20706, USATwo different thermoset biocomposite systems are experimented in this study with the hope to improve their mechanical properties. Fiberglass and hemp, in form of fabrics, are used to reinforce the thermoset polymer matrix, which includes a traditional epoxy resin and a linseed oil-based bioresin (UVL). The fiber/polymer matrix interface is modified using two different approaches: adding a plant-based oil (pine or linseed) to the polymer matrix or coating the fibers with 3-(aminopropyl)triethoxysilane (APTES) prior to integrating them into the polymer matrix. Epoxy resin is cured using an amine-based initiator, whereas UVL resin is cured under ultraviolet light. Results show that hemp fibers with APTES prime coat used in either epoxy or UVL matrix exhibit some potential improvements in the composite’s mechanical properties including tensile strength, modulus of elasticity, and ductility. It is also found that adding oil to the epoxy matrix reinforced with fiberglass mostly improves the material’s modulus of elasticity while maintaining its tensile strength and ductility. However, adding oil to the epoxy matrix reinforced with hemp doubles the material’s ductility while slightly reducing its tensile strength and modulus of elasticity.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2015/840823 |
| spellingShingle | Truc T. Ngo James G. Kohl Tawni Paradise Autumn Khalily Duane L. Simonson Improving Mechanical Properties of Thermoset Biocomposites by Fiber Coating or Organic Oil Addition International Journal of Polymer Science |
| title | Improving Mechanical Properties of Thermoset Biocomposites by Fiber Coating or Organic Oil Addition |
| title_full | Improving Mechanical Properties of Thermoset Biocomposites by Fiber Coating or Organic Oil Addition |
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| title_full_unstemmed | Improving Mechanical Properties of Thermoset Biocomposites by Fiber Coating or Organic Oil Addition |
| title_short | Improving Mechanical Properties of Thermoset Biocomposites by Fiber Coating or Organic Oil Addition |
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