Advanced Composite Materials

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Advanced 'green' composites

  • Netravali, Anil N. (Fiber Science Program, Dept. of Fiber Science and Apparel Design, Cornell University) ;
  • Huang, Xiaosong (Fiber Science Program, Dept. of Fiber Science and Apparel Design, Cornell University) ;
  • Mizuta, Kazuhiro (Fiber Science Program, Dept. of Fiber Science and Apparel Design, Cornell University)
  • Published : 2007.12.01
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Abstract

Fully biodegradable high strength composites or 'advanced green composites' were fabricated using yearly renewable soy protein based resins and high strength liquid crystalline cellulose fibers. For comparison, E-glass and aramid ($Kevlar^{(R)}$) fiber reinforced composites were also prepared using the same modified soy protein resins. The modification of soy protein included forming an interpenetrating network-like (IPN-like) resin with mechanical properties comparable to commonly used epoxy resins. The IPN-like soy protein based resin was further reinforced using nano-clay and microfibrillated cellulose. Fiber/resin interfacial shear strength was characterized using microbond method. Tensile and flexural properties of the composites were characterized as per ASTM standards. A comparison of the tensile and flexural properties of the high strength composites made using the three fibers is presented. The results suggest that these green composites have excellent mechanical properties and can be considered for use in primary structural applications. Although significant additional research is needed in this area, it is clear that advanced green composites will some day replace today's advanced composites made using petroleum based fibers and resins. At the end of their life, the fully sustainable 'advanced green composites' can be easily disposed of or composted without harming the environment, in fact, helping it.

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