Comprehensive Review of the Properties and Modifications of Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites

Polymers

Asma M. Alenad¹  Abdullah G. Alharbi²  Bander M. Alotaibi³  Basheer A. Alshammari⁴  Naif B. Alqahtani⁴  Mohammed S. Alsuhybani⁵  Alaa M. Almushaikeh⁵ 

[1] Chemistry Department, College of Science, Jouf University, Sakaka 2014, Saudi Arabia;Electrical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Jouf University, Sakaka 2014, Saudi Arabia;Energy and Water Research Institute, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, Riyadh 11442, Saudi Arabia;Material Science Research Institute, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, Riyadh 11442, Saudi Arabia;Nuclear Science Research Institute, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, Riyadh 11442, Saudi Arabia;

关键词: carbon fibers;    polymer-matrix composites (PMCs);    thermoplastic resin;    surface treatment;   

DOI  :  10.3390/polym13152474

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Carbon fiber-reinforced polymers are considered a promising composite for many industrial applications including in the automation, renewable energy, and aerospace industries. They exhibit exceptional properties such as a high strength-to-weight ratio and high wear resistance and stiffness, which give them an advantage over other conventional materials such as metals. Various polymers can be used as matrices such as thermosetting, thermoplastic, and elastomers polymers. This comprehensive review focuses on carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymers due to the advantages of thermoplastic compared to thermosetting and elastomer polymers. These advantages include recyclability, ease of processability, flexibility, and shorter production time. The related properties such as strength, modulus, thermal conductivity, and stability, as well as electrical conductivity, are discussed in depth. Additionally, the modification techniques of the surface of carbon fiber, including the chemical and physical methods, are thoroughly explored. Overall, this review represents and summarizes the future prospective and research developments carried out on carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymers.

【 授权许可】

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