Basalt fiber
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Tensile and Flexural Strength Quantification of Basalt-Reinforced Epoxy Composites Fabricated via Vacuum-Assisted Resin Transfer Molding at Varied Fiber Volume Fractions Description
Abstract: Fiber-reinforced polymer composites have been identified to possess excellent properties that render them very suitable in the aerospace, automotive, marine and renewable energy sectors. However, for the industrially scalable vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM) process, optimization of mechanical properties of basalt epoxy composites must be achieved systematically, which means that the effect of the fibre volume fraction(VF) on the mechanical properties of the composite needs to be quantified for different …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 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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Thermal Stability and Impact Performance of Basalt–Carbon Hybrid Laminates in Polyimide–Phenolic Matrices
Abstract: The impact resistance and thermal stability of the advanced polymer composites are properties that are necessary for the components that are subjected to dynamic conditions, which show the overall reliability and service performance of the laminates applied in automotive structures, protective casings, etc. These properties prevent premature softening or breakdown during long-term exposure to heat. Impact resistance and thermal stability of composite laminates are studied based on fiber orientation and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 247–260 Read article
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Critical Review on Basalt Fibre as Reinforcement in Different Applications
Abstract: Basalt fiber (BF), derived from volcanic rocks, has emerged as an attractive reinforcement material due to its remarkable properties, including high strength, stiffness, thermal stability, and eco-friendliness. This review critically examines the applications of BF as reinforcement in various fields, such as civil engineering, aerospace, automotive, and biomedical sectors. The performance of BF-reinforced composites in terms of mechanical, thermal, electrical, and biological properties is evaluated. The challenges and opportunities associated …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 670–685 Read article