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Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites in Ballistic Protection

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The last chapter of this book explores the significant domain of “Interface Engineering” within composite materials, providing a detailed examination of techniques to enhance fiber–matrix interfaces for optimal material performance. The chapter is thoughtfully structured, beginning with an introductory overview followed by a discussion on the interface engineering in ductile fiber/thermosets composites. Further, there is an extensive analysis of surface treatments of fiber, wherein surface treatment methods for glass fibers, carbon fibers, and Kevlar fibers are expounded, each tailored to meet the unique requirements of various fiber types. A substantial portion which is the tail of this chapter discusses the influence of strain rate on the properties of a sandwiched epoxy interface as investigated by researchers. It encompasses sample preparation, quasi-static indentation, dynamic indentation, and nanomechanical Raman spectrometry. Through these comprehensive analyses, this chapter sheds light on the intricate interplay of factors affecting material behavior in high strain-rate scenarios. It equips readers with essential knowledge of interface engineering, encompassing fiber surface treatments, and microscale mechanisms that influence reinforcement and failure. The chapter's informative depth is further enriched by a well-curated set of references, enabling readers to explore these topics more extensively in specialized literature.

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Shubham, Ray, B.C. (2024). Interface Engineering. In: Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites in Ballistic Protection. Engineering Materials. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-9746-6_9

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