About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2026 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Characterization of Minerals, Metals and Materials 2026 - In-Situ Characterization Techniques
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| Presentation Title |
A Multi-Scale Approach to Enhance Fire Retardancy of Carbon Fibre-Reinforced Composites for Aerospace Applications |
| Author(s) |
Johnny Nabuai, Maryam Ghodrat, Aleksandr Zinoviev, Juan P. Escobedo-Diaz |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Juan P. Escobedo-Diaz |
| Abstract Scope |
The increasing demand for carbon fibre reinforced polymers in aerospace applications has been driven by strict Federal Aviation and Administration (FAA) regulations, aimed at reducing carbon emission. This demand is also supported by the materials’ desirable characteristics, including a high strength-to-weight ratio, cost-effective manufacturing, and environmental benefits.
This research proposes a multiscale approach to enhancing the fire retardancy, mechanical strength and impact resistance of carbon fibre reinforced polymers. This is achieved through fibre hybridisation (using carbon, nomex and basalt fibres) along with nano engineered additives, (graphene oxide, silica, and intumescent coating gel) as baseline nano particle for micro filler applications. These strategies aim to synergistically delay ignition, reduce the heat release rate, and preserve post fire mechanical integrity.
Fabricated laminates showed physical toughness and distinct adhesion between the interfacing fibres. Systematic thermal and mechanical testings will evaluate and quantify the material and its performances over existing aerospace materials. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Characterization, Composites, Environmental Effects |