Synthesis and characterization of bulk mechanical properties of a bio-based resin filled by graphene nanoplatelets and cellulose nanocrystals

Abstract In the present paper, a novel bio-based resin derived from epichlorohydrin was reinforced by Graphene NanoPlatelets (GNPs) and Cellulose NanoCrystals (CNCs) in different weight ratios characterized experimentally through tension tests fracture toughness on bulk specimens. The nanofillers were applied separately. experimental results showed that neat has Young’s modulus of 3.29 GPa, tensile strength 45.15 MPa, stress intensity factor 0.61 MPa m 1/2 critical strain energy release rate 0.091 kJ/m 2 . level properties reveal adhesive can be used for cosmetic some structural applications. addition cellulose nanocrystals epoxy didn’t improve mechanical mainly due to development intense aggregation nanocrystals. On other hand, graphene led increase decrease resin. Development agglomerations also this case. contradictory findings gives clear message about need optimizing manufacturing process. Both nanocomposites have undergone complete life-cycle analysis which shown they are far more environmentally friendly than conventional