Hybrid Composite Materials and Manufacturing: Fibers, Nano-Fillers and Integrated Additive Processes

This book explores the research and advancements in hybrid composite materials and manufacturing techniques. It encompasses a wide array of subjects, such as hybrid materials, advanced manufacturing processes, and nanocomposites. A distinctive feature of this book is its in-depth examination of recent trends in integrated processes, where traditional manufacturing methods are combined with cutting-edge techniques. Our aim is to equip readers with a comprehensive understanding of the current landscape and future potential of hybrid composites, ensuring they remain informed and up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. Unique book dedicated to the hybrid composite manufacturing process. Covers advanced additive manufacturing processes integrated with traditional manufacturing processes. Cover Half Title Also of Interest Hybrid Composite Materials and Manufacturing: Fibers, Nano-Fillers and Integrated Additive Processes Copyright Preface Contents Contributors 1. Introduction 1.1 Definition 1.2 Advantages of hybrid composite 1.3 Hybrid matrix materials 1.4 Hybrid fiber composite 1.5 Hierarchical composites 1.6 Hybrid manufacturing 1.7 Properties of the hybrid composites 1.7.1 Interface properties and stress concentration 1.7.2 Mechanical properties 1.7.3 Functional properties 1.8 Applications References 2. Hybrid composite materials and their properties 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Materials 2.2.1 Polymer matrix 2.2.1.1 Thermoplastic 2.2.1.2 Thermoset 2.2.2 Reinforcement 2.2.2.1 Carbon fiber 2.2.2.2 Glass fiber 2.2.2.3 Basalt fiber 2.2.2.4 Natural fiber 2.3 Hybridization approaches 2.4 Factors influencing hybridization/compatibility 2.4.1 Common treatments for synthetic fibers 2.4.2 Common treatments for natural fibers 2.5 Properties of hybrid composites 2.5.1 Mechanical properties 2.5.2 Thermal properties 2.5.3 Moisture absorption properties 2.5.4 Other properties 2.6 Conclusion References 3. Carbon nanomaterials for advanced hybrid composites: properties and applications 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Types of reinforcements 3.2.1 Discontinuous reinforcement 3.2.1.1 Discontinuously reinforced CNTs/polymer composites 3.2.1.2 Discontinuously reinforced graphene/polymer composites 3.2.1.3 Discontinuously reinforced graphene nanoribbon/polymer composites 3.2.1.4 Discontinuously reinforced CNTs/graphene/carbon fiber hybrid/polymer composites 3.2.2 Continuously reinforced carbon/polymer composites 3.3 Design-based hybridizations 3.4 Conclusion and future scopes References 4. Bridging conventional manufacturing through hybrid manufacturing processes 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Conventional processes 4.2.1 Compression molding 4.2.2 Injection molding 4.2.3 Braiding and commingling 4.2.4 Automated tape placement 4.2.5 Filament winding 4.3 Hybrid manufacturing processes 4.3.1 Injection compression molding (ICM) 4.3.2 Extrusion compression molding (ECM) 4.3.3 Additive manufacturing -compression molding (AMCM) 4.4 Over-molding techniques 4.5 Fiber-reinforced metal laminates 4.5.1 Forming of FMLs 4.6 Conclusion References 5 Hybrid additive manufacturing for composites 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Hybrid composites using HyAM 5.3 Materials for HyAM-based composites 5.4 Methods and applications 5.4.1 Hybrid composites using small-scale FFF machines 5.4.1.1 Advantages and disadvantages of small-scale 3D-printed hybrid composites 5.4.1.2 Applications of hybrid composites fabricated using 3D printing 5.4.2 Hybrid composites by adding tools in the scalable FFF system 5.4.2.1 Co-extrusion-based hybrid composite 3D printing 5.4.2.2 Applications of wire co-extrusion hybrid composites 5.4.2.3 Wire embedding tool-based hybrid composite 3D Printing 5.4.3 Hybrid composites by multi-material 3D printing References 6. Advanced integrated AM filament winding 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Background 6.3 Hybrid filament winding with AM mandrels 6.4 Applications of AM-FW composites 6.5 Future challenges with AM-FW solutions 6.6 Conclusion References 7. Innovations in high-rate composite manufacturing: integrating additive manufacturing with compression molding process 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Integrated Additive Manufacturing– Compression Molding (AM-CM) Process 7.2.1 Background 7.2.2 Concept development 7.2.3 System development and implementation 7.3 Molded parts performance evaluation 7.3.1 Mechanical properties and microstructural analysis 7.4 Applications for the AM-CM system 7.5 Future directions 7.6 Conclusion References Index