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Carbon Nanofiber Treatment Effects On Composite Properties

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  14 March 2011

David J. Burton ,
D. Gerald Glasgow ,
Choongyong Kwag  and
Max L. Lake
David J. Burton
Affiliation:
Applied Sciences Inc., PO Box 579, Cedarville, OH 45314
D. Gerald Glasgow
Affiliation:
Applied Sciences Inc., PO Box 579, Cedarville, OH 45314
Choongyong Kwag
Affiliation:
Applied Sciences Inc., PO Box 579, Cedarville, OH 45314
Max L. Lake
Affiliation:
Applied Sciences Inc., PO Box 579, Cedarville, OH 45314
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Abstract

Carbon nanofibers (CNF) are vapor grown carbon fibers grown catalytically from gaseous hydrocarbons using metallic catalyst particles. While this type of carbon fiber has been known for many years, only recently have composite properties been studied. Rules for composite synthesis teach that composite properties depend on several key parameters, including fiber-matrix interphase and fiber aspect ratio. Good adhesion between these fibers and matrix resins is essential for the performance of CNF based composites, so the mechanical properties of composites are strongly influenced by fiber surface morphology and chemistry. This work examines the fiber-matrix adhesion problem as influenced by CNF fiber surface area and surface energy, and the impact of aspect ratio on composite electrical properties.

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Research Article
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MRS Online Proceedings Library (OPL) , Volume 702: Symposium U – Advanced Fibers, Plastics, Laminates and Composites , 2001 , U5.7.1
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Copyright © Materials Research Society 2002

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