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• Published Subscription Original Research 9 Mar 2026

  Multi-Layer Aluminum–Polymer Hybrid Structures for Improved Automotive Impact Performance

  By Nantha Kumar P, K. Arun, Sachin S. Harak, M.Suresh Kumar, DVSSSV Prasad, K. Amudha, Jayarenjini N, V. Kavimani, A. Vijayalakshmi

  Abstract: Layered metal–polymer hybrid laminates have emerged as promising candidates for lightweight automotive structures requiring high impact resistance and structural reliability. In this study, aluminum/glass–epoxy hybrid laminates were fabricated using a symmetric stacking sequence through hot compression molding to evaluate their mechanical and energy absorption performance. Density analysis revealed an average measured density of 2.34 g/cm³, closely matching the theoretical value of 2.36 g/cm³, with a deviation of approximately 1.02%, indicating …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 42–53 Read article →