Effect of Alumina and Silicon Carbide Nanoparticle-Infused Polymer Matrix on Mechanical Properties of Unidirectional Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymer

Unidirectional carbon fiber-reinforced polymer nanocomposites were developed by adding alumina (Al2O3) and silicon carbide (SiC) nanoparticles using ultrasonication magnetic stirring. The uniform nanoparticle dispersions examined with a field-emission scanning electron microscope. nano-phase matrix was then utilized to fabricate the hybrid hand lay-up compression molding. weight fractions selected for Al2O3 SiC determined based on improvements in mechanical properties. Accordingly, fabricated at of 1, 1.5, 1.75, 2 wt.% Al2O3. Likewise, 1.25, wt.%. At 1.75 loading, flexural strength modulus improved 31.76% 37.08%, respectively. Additionally, interlaminar shear impact enhanced 40.95% 47.51%, For nanocomposites, (12.79%) (9.59%) accomplished 1.25 loading. Interlaminar 34.27%, maximum 30.45%. Effective particle interactions polymeric chains epoxy, crack deflection, arresting micromechanics accountable enhancing properties nanocomposites.