Design and fabrication of prototypes with modified materials for race & automotive applications

Autor: Semitekolos Dionisis, Araujo Andreia, Santos Raquel M., Pernechele C., Panozzo F., Vescovi L., Charitidis Costas
Jazyk: English<br />French
Rok vydání: 2024
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Zdroj: MATEC Web of Conferences, Vol 401, p 11003 (2024)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2261-236X
DOI: 10.1051/matecconf/202440111003
Popis: The use of CFs in automotive industry due to the need for lightweight, durable components has led to significant improvements in vehicle efficiency and safety. Despite initial predominance in luxury sports vehicles, the automotive CF market is rapidly expanding. Ongoing research focuses on enhancing Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymers (CFRPs), addressing issues like poor through-thickness properties and interfacial properties crucial for load transfer. This work strategy involves incorporating block copolymers (BCPs) into thermoset matrices and modifying fiber surfaces to improve mechanical integrity and durability. A novel compression molding manufacturing method, aim to streamline production processes, making CFRP energy absorbers feasible for broader automotive applications. Mechanical testing reveals promising results, with modified materials showing enhancements in interlaminar shear strength and energy absorption performance.
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