In this experimental investigation, the influence of graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) on dynamic behavior polymeric material such as diglycidyl ether bisphenol A (DGEBA) epoxy is investigated using Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar (SHPB). Nanocomposite samples with a different weight percentage GNPs i.e. 0, 1, 2, 5 wt% were fabricated and tested under compression to understand nanofillers mechanical p...

The search for lightweight and low-cost anticorrosion coatings is particularly important in coastal environments with high salt humidity. Graphene-based are currently unable to provide long-lasting corrosion protection metals because of their “corrosion-promoting activity”, graphene-like materials, such as molybdenum disulfide (MoS2), beginning be anticipated its ability protect against metals....

Herein, we report the development of multiphase epoxy-based nanocomposite blends with enhanced fracture toughness and controlled microstructure. The are based on bifunctional tetrafunctional epoxy resins, suitable for a wide range applications particularly as matrices advanced high temperature fibre reinforced composites glass transition temperatures exceeding 200° Celsius. comprise nanoscale (...

Epoxy and dicyclopentadien (DCPD) are two common healing agents, which are introduced into epoxy matrix through encapsulation in order to prepare self-healing composites. In a comparative study, the compatibility of healing agents and epoxy matrix is investigated through experimental tests and DFT calculations. The interaction energy is considered to be the determinative parameter in DFT calcul...