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The bonding mechanism of aramid fibres to epoxy matrices

Part 1 A review of the literature

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Despite considerable attempts to increase aramid-epoxy adhesion, to date, the adhesion levels achieved between aramid fibres and epoxy matrices are less than optimum for some applications. A combination of the aramid fibres' morphology, physical and chemical properties, and the interfacial mechanical stresses is responsible for the lack of success in increasing aramid-epoxy adhesion level. A key to improving the aramid-epoxy adhesion is a basic understanding of the interfacial mechanisms by which fibre and matrix interact. There is a considerable number of publications on aramid fibres and their composites. This paper reviews some of the literature relevant to aramid-epoxy bonding mechanisms.

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Kalantar, J., Drzal, L.T. The bonding mechanism of aramid fibres to epoxy matrices. J Mater Sci 25, 4186–4193 (1990). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00581071

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