Synergy between Phenoxy and CSR Tougheners on the Fracture Toughness of Highly Cross-Linked Epoxy-Based Composites

Synergy between Phenoxy and CSR Tougheners on the Fracture Toughness of Highly Cross-Linked Epoxy-Based Composites

A remarkable synergistic increase in fracture toughness by 130% is demonstrated for a CFRP high performance epoxy composite when adding an equal weight combination of phenoxy thermoplastic and core-shell rubber (CSR) toughening agents, as compared to a single toughener at a comparable total concentr...

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Main Authors: Pascal Van Velthem, Sarah Gabriel, Thomas Pardoen, Christian Bailly, Wael Ballout
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-07-01
Series:Polymers
Subjects:
polymer-matrix composites (PMCs)
fracture toughness
mechanical properties
microstructure
dual impact modification
epoxy resins
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/13/15/2477

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