Application of r-GO-MMT Hybrid Nanofillers for Improving Strength and Flame Retardancy of Epoxy/Glass Fibre Composites

The application of nanomaterials as a strengthening agent in the fabrication polymer nanocomposites has gained significant attention due to distinctive properties which can be utilised structural applications. In this study, reduced graphene oxide (r-GO) and montmorillonite (MMT) nanoclay were used filler materials fabricate hybrid epoxy-based nanocomposites. synergistic effect on flammability mechanical behaviour studied. Results revealed that addition nanofiller showcases 97% 44.5% improvement tensile flexural strength. However, an increment percentage material over 0.3% exhibits decremental property trend. Likewise, increases nonignition timing glass-fibre-reinforced epoxy composites. Fracture surface morphology displays occurrence ductile fracture mechanism owing presence fillers.