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61 articles for “fibre-reinforced polymer composites”
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Optimizing Vehicle Structures Using Functionally Graded Materials of Aluminum and Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: This article investigates the optimization of vehicle structures through application of functionally graded materials (FGMs), specifically aluminium and carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites. Such materials, known as FGMs, are characterized by spatial variations in composition and structure designed to improve so-called performance attributes. For the purposes of this research, the material properties of aluminium and CFRP composites are taken to be randomly distributed in thickness direction of a FGM …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 478–489 Read article
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Numerical Investigation of Ply-by-Ply Failure and Strength Degradation in Composite Laminates Under Transverse Loading
Abstract: This paper represents the failure analysis of composite symmetric and antisymmetric laminate, when laminates were subjected to the transverse loading conditions. The load is uniformly distributed in a transverse direction. The analysis includes failure load and nature of failure by using theories of failure. The ply degradation material model is used to modify and update the properties of failed lamina and upgrades the properties of laminate. Laminate is modelled as …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Exploring The Performance Dynamics of Basalt Fibre Reinforced Polymers: Mechanical and Viscoelastic Insights
Abstract: Basalt fibre reinforced polymer (BFRP) composites are gaining significant attention as sustainable alternatives to traditional reinforcement materials due to their superior mechanical performance, thermal stability, and eco-friendliness. This study examines the tensile, flexural, impact, and viscoelastic properties of BFRP composites fabricated via vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM) using varying fibre volume fractions (20%, 30%, and 40%) and fibre orientations (unidirectional and bidirectional). The results reveal that composites with 40% fibre …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 12–22 Read article
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Microwave Curing of Glass-Epoxy Composites Using Silica Based Moulds
Abstract: AbstractFor polymer composite product manufacture, curing of the fibre reinforced polymers (FRP) is a critical step in achieving desired mechanical properties. The conventional cure processes involve thermal curing in hot air ovens and autoclaves where the cure process is time and energy intensive. In this context, microwave curing is one of the most promising processing methods since it results in substantially reducing cure cycle time, energy requirements and operational costs …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 52–57 Read article
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Kenaf Reinforced Polyamide Composite Materials: A Systematic Review
Abstract: Sustainable development has become the global target to prevent exploitation and degradation of our environment in the pursuit for industrial growth. Almost all sectors including engineering, dental, medical, aerospace, etc use synthetic polymers in daily basis. The growing need for sustainable natural alternatives has encouraged research on natural fibres reinforced polymers like kenaf reinforced polyamide composites. Comprehensive evaluation of existing studies is crucial to understand the scope in this field …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 158–169 Read article
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Mechanical Performance Evaluation of Brachyuran Shell Particle-Infused S-Glass Fibre Epoxy Polymer Composites
Abstract: Epoxy composites bio-filled with brachyuran crab shell powder and reinforced with S-glass fibres at different loadings (2%, 4%, and 6%) are tested for their mechanical properties in this work. Using modest amounts of filler significantly improved hardness, ultimate tensile strength, and flexural strength in the empirical data. The largest increase in hardness was 64.42% at 4% filler, up from 26.22% at 2%; however, there was a dramatic decrease to 13.11% …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 500–507 Read article
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An Overview on Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polypropylene
Abstract: AbstractThis review article describes the methods of fabrication of composites using carbon fibre and polypropylene and improving the mechanical properties of composites. Recycled carbon fibre/polypropylene (reCF/PP) wrap-spun yarns were compared to the virgin carbon fibre. The aim is to enhance the tensile properties of the CFRPP/SRPP intralayer hybrid composites under tensile stresses; observations of different kinds of weave patterns and layups are resulted. Keywords: Recycled carbon fibre, polypropylene, carbon fibre …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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Polypropylene Fibres in Cementitious Composites: A Critical Review of Polymer Structure, Processing, Interfacial Behaviour and Performance
Abstract: Polypropylene (PP) fibres are widely used as secondary reinforcement in cementitious composites, yet their performance is governed as much by polymer structure and interfacial chemistry as by dosage. This review synthesises 50 primary sources (2003-2025, concentrated post-2015) to examine how PP molecular structure, fibre-manufacturing history, morphology, surface properties and environmental ageing govern fibre-matrix interaction and multiscale composite performance. Isotacticity, molecular weight, crystallinity and drawing ratio are shown to set the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Multifunctional Corn Husk Fibre/PLA–PBAT Hybrid Composites with Carbon-Black Percolation for Structural Self-Sensing Applications
Abstract: This study developed multifunctional polymer composites based on a PLA/PBAT (Polylactic Acid/ Poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)) thermoplastic matrix reinforced with 20 wt.% corn husk fibre (CHF) and functionalized with conductive carbon black (CB) for smart consumer-electronics casings. Alkali treatment modified the lignocellulosic fibre surface, improving fibre–matrix interfacial adhesion and stress transfer within the polymer composite. Thermal characterization showed that the PLA cold-crystallization temperature decreased from 112.5 °C for the unfilled blend to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Experimental Evaluation of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Composites for Structural Applications
Abstract: Composites made of carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) are currently one of the most widely used material classes in advanced engineering applications because of their remarkable environmental resistance, dimensional stability, and strength-to-weight ratio. The vacuum bag moulding method was used in this study to create CFRP laminates with different fiber-to-resin weight ratios: 50:50, 55:45, 60:40, 65:35, and 70:30. The reinforcement phase was made of unidirectional carbon fibre fabric and the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 401–415 Read article
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Reinforcement of Natural Rubber with Sisal/Sugarcane Hybrid Nanofiller
Abstract: AbstractNatural fibres are attracting attention from researchers for the manufacture of polymer composites due to their eco-friendly nature and sustainability. The hybrid effects of Sisal/sugarcane Bagasse based nanofiller on the physico-mechanical properties of natural rubber matrix have been investigated. In the experiment, nanofiller were prepared from alkaline-peroxide treated sisal fibre and sugarcane bagasse through shear and friction homogenization. The nanofiller were hybridized using a single ordinate loading of 30 parts …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Mechanical Characterization of Prosopis Juliflora Fibre-Reinforced Epoxy Composites for Sustainable Automotive Applications
Abstract: This study investigates the potential of Prosopis juliflora (PJ) fibre as an eco-friendly, economical, and mechanically efficient reinforcement for epoxy-based polymer composites. Composite samples were produced using the compression moulding technique with epoxy-to-fibre weight ratios of 90:10, 85:15, and 80:20. Mechanical tests, including tensile, flexural, impact, and hardness evaluations, were conducted in accordance with relevant ASTM standards. The incorporation of PJ fibre resulted in significant improvements in the mechanical behaviour …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1720–1728 Read article
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Acalypha Indica Root Fibre in Polymer Composite: Mechanical Characterization
Abstract: The mechanical characteristics of Acalypha Indica root fibre reinforced epoxy resin composites, including tensile strength, tensile modulus, percentage of elongation, flexural strength, and impact strength, were studied. Composites were fabricated using epoxy glue and randomly oriented fibres of 3 mm length in varying weight ratios of 10%, 20%, 30%, and 40%. The hand layup method was followed by compression moulding to construct the composites. The study aimed to determine the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 512–522 Read article
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Optimization of Dry sliding Wear Performance of pongamia oil cake filled Basalt Epoxy Composites by Taguchi Approach
Abstract: The study finds a possible utilization of natural pongamia oil cake for developing a new vista in the incorporation of the oily nature of natural waste material into polymer matrix composites. The woven basalt fibres were reinforced within an epoxy matrix incorporated with distinct weight percentages of pongamia oil cake (up to 6wt. %) and composite samples were composed by using resin transfer moulding process. The experimentation has been carried …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Hybrid Agro-Waste Reinforced PLA Smart Composites with Embedded NFC for Sustainable Lifecycle Monitoring
Abstract: The growing demand for sustainable engineering materials has accelerated the development of biodegradable polymer composites capable of combining structural performance with intelligent lifecycle management. In this study, a smart biodegradable agro-waste polymer composite reinforced with rice husk and sugarcane bagasse fibres was developed using a polylactic acid (PLA) matrix integrated with an embedded passive Near Field Communication (NFC) tag for digital traceability and circular economy applications. The composite containing 80 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Dual Nozzle 3D Printing of Basalt Fiber–Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: Additive manufacturing or 3Dprinting involves building a three-dimensional object by layering materials based on a computer-created design. Generally, 3D printing using single nozzle process where as strength, quality, wastage, and post reinforcement are drawback of this system. To eliminate and to enhance strength, precise control of fiber reinforcement, good bonding, no need of secondary reinforcement the dual nozzle 3D printing is an emerging additive manufacturing technique. In this process the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 620–630 Read article
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Investigation of Exergy and Energy with Fibre Reinforced Plastic Composite (FRP) Tube Based Solar Still using PCM material via Theoretical and Computational Approach
Abstract: A FRP (Fibre Reinforced Polymer) material-based solar still is an advanced design approach in solar desalination systems, where the traditional construction materials (like metal or concrete) are replaced or enhanced with FRP composites. A FRP composite material tubular solar still is a lightweight desalination equipment with a substantial condensing area in comparison to other types of solar stills. Nonetheless, their effectiveness is often limited by fluctuating climatic circumstances. This study …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 66–78 Read article
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Experimental analysis of wind turbine blade (HAWT) with recycled carpet waste polymer composite material
Abstract: The term "carpet" is often used interchangeably with "rug," but there is a technical distinction. Rugs are generally smaller and can be easily moved, while carpets are typically larger and cover a significant portion of the floor. Carpets are commonly used to enhance the comfort of indoor spaces, provide insulation, and contribute to the overall design and atmosphere of a room. Polymer composite materials also known as polymer matrix composites …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 259–265 Read article
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Characterization of Polymer Based Natural Fibre Clay Nano Composites
Abstract: Research on biocomposites is gaining significant attention due to the growing emphasis on sustainable and environmentally friendly materials. Biocomposites offer a promising alternative to traditional synthetic materials, such as plastics, which have environmental concerns like non-biodegradability and pollution. Natural fibers are often more affordable than synthetic materials, potentially leading to cost-effective products. Natural coir and jute biocomposites can be used in various industries, including automotive, construction, packaging, and textiles. Coir …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 398–404 Read article
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Marine Algal Microfiber and Agro-Waste Reinforced Crosslinked Polymer Composites for Sustainable Coastal Materials
Abstract: Crosslinked bio-polymer composites reinforced with marine algal microfibers and agro-waste fillers were fabricated and systematically characterized for sustainable coastal applications. Mechanical testing revealed that tensile strength increased from 18.5 MPa for neat polymer to 25.1 MPa at 20 wt.% reinforcement (~35% improvement), while the flexural modulus improved from 0.72 GPa to 1.02 GPa (~42% increase). Impact strength, however, decreased from 3.8 kJ/m² for neat polymer to 2.9 kJ/m² at 30 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 210–223 Read article