Micromechanical analysis of interfacial shear strength of aramid fibre reinforced thermoplastic elastomers

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Abstract

For the majority of composites and their intended applications, the transfer of stress from the point of application throughout the remainder of the composite structure is by a shearing mechanism. The interface between fiber and matrix therefore, plays a major role. This paper examines the drawbacks from conventional micromechanical testing of model composites and introduces the benefits of fragmentation testing of aramid fibers in a thermoplastic elastomer matrix using Raman spectroscopy. Accurate and precise measurements of the interfacial shear strength between fibers and matrix are attainable.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSociety of Plastics Engineers Annual Technical Conference
Subtitle of host publicationPlastics Encounter at ANTEC 2007, Conference Proceedings
Pages12-17
Number of pages6
Publication statusPublished - 2007
EventSociety of Plastics Engineers Annual Technical Conference: Plastics Encounter at ANTEC 2007 - Cincinnati, OH, United States
Duration: 06 May 200711 May 2007

Publication series

NameAnnual Technical Conference - ANTEC, Conference Proceedings
Volume1

Conference

ConferenceSociety of Plastics Engineers Annual Technical Conference: Plastics Encounter at ANTEC 2007
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityCincinnati, OH
Period06/05/200711/05/2007

Keywords

  • Aramid fiber
  • Fragmentation test
  • Interfacial shear strength
  • Microdroplet test
  • Raman spectroscopy
  • Thermoplastic composite

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