Aging and Durability of FRP Composites and Nanocomposites

1st Edition - February 21, 2024
Editors: Arya Uthaman, Sabu Thomas, Hiran Mayookh Lal
Language: English
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Aging and Durability of FRP Composites and Nanocomposites focuses on the latest developments in durability and long-term aging studies of composite materials, especially those used in civil and structural engineering applications. The book will be a valuable reference resource for materials scientists and engineers who want to learn more about the long-term service life and durability behavior of composites under different environmental conditions. The usage of composites is a broad and growing area of scientific research, especially in developed and developing countries. These materials are used in a broad range of applications in both structural and civil engineering sectors.

In many of these applications, FRPs are exposed to one or more environmental influences, so they need to be designed to meet durability requirements to withstand even the harshest of environments.

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About the series
Title page
Copyright
Contents
Contributors
CHAPTER 1 Introduction of fibre-reinforced polymers−polymer nanocomposites: Applications and durability
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Polymer nanocomposites
1.3 Synthesis of polymer nanocomposites
1.4 Applications of polymer composites
1.5 Significance of durability study of polymer nanocomposites and fiber-reinforced polymers composites
1.6 Conclusion and future aspects
References
CHAPTER 2 Effect of hygrothermal aging and water absorption on polymer composites
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Water absorbing mechanism of FRPs
2.3 Mathematical models in predicting the water absorption of FRPs
2.4 Factors influencing the water absorption of composite materials
2.5 Hygrothermal aging of FRPs based on natural fibers
2.6 Methods to improve the water-resistance of FRPs
2.7 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 3 Aging of polymer composites in seawater
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Marine environment simulation
3.3 Analysis of fiber-reinforced polymer mechanical properties in seawater environment
3.4 Deterioration mechanism
3.5 Mechanical properties and durability of micron/nanocomposites
3.6 Long-term performance prediction
3.7 Conclusion and future aspects
References
CHAPTER 4 Aging of polymer composites in alkaline medium
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Alkaline classifications and properties
4.3 Aging
4.4 Aging by alkaline media
4.5 Advantages and disadvantages of polymer composite aging in alkaline media
4.6 Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
CHAPTER 5 Aging studies of polymer composites in freeze-thaw conditions
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Frost resistance of concrete with polymer aggregate
5.3 Frost resistance of concrete with polymer binder
5.4 Frost resistance of concrete with polymer admixtures
5.5 Frost resistance of polymer-reinforced concrete
5.6 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 6 Durability of polymer composite materials for high-temperature applications
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Polymers
6.3 Durability of polymer composite material for high-temperature applications
6.4 Future directions, challenges, and conclusion
References
CHAPTER 7 Natural and synthetic fiber-reinforced polymer composites and their impact on aging under environmental conditions
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Modification of polymer with natural or synthetic fibers
7.3 Aging effect on fiber-reinforced polymers
7.4 Selection of natural and synthetic fibers
7.5 Moisture absorption: water adsorption effect
7.6 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 8 Aging and structural integrity studies of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer composites
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Applications of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer
8.3 Manufacturing processes for carbon fiber composites
8.4 Aging
8.5 Structural integrity
8.6 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 9 Aging and integrity studies of GFRP composites for civil engineering applications
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Glass fiber-reinforced polymer classification and its application in the civil-engineering sector
9.3 Interfacial integrity, aging conditions, and glass fiber-reinforced polymer degradation
9.4 Service-life prediction of glass fiber-reinforced polymer composites
9.5 Design codes and material specifications for glass fiber-reinforced polymer bars
9.6 Discussion, challenges, and future research
9.7 Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
CHAPTER 10 Improving adhesion and interfacial bond durability of epoxy resin for structural applications
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Methods to improve epoxy adhesion
10.3 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 11 Combined effect of sustained/cyclic load and environmental conditions on the durability performances of FRP composites
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Fiber-reinforced polymer bars under the combined effect of load and environment
11.3 Other types of fiber-reinforced polymer composites under the combined effect of sustained load and environmental conditions
11.4 Structures strengthened by fiber-reinforced polymer composites under the combined effect of sustained load and environmental conditions
11.5 Conclusion and future prospects
References
CHAPTER 12 An overview of the durability and creep of FRP composites for structural applications
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Durability of fiber-reinforced polymer composites
12.3 Creep of fiber-reinforced polymer composites
12.4 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 13 Morphological analysis of aged composites and nanocomposites
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Morphology characterization techniques for aged FRPs
13.3 Morphology of aged polymer composites
13.4 Conclusion and remarks
References
CHAPTER 14 Thermal properties of aged polymer composites
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Thermoplastic-based nanocomposites
14.3 Thermoplastic elastomer-based nanocomposites
14.4 Thermoset-based nanocomposites
14.5 Epoxy nanocomposite
14.6 Epoxy nanocomposite and their aging methods
14.7 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 15 Glass transition temperature as a characteristic of the durability of fiber-reinforced polymer composites
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Methods of determining glass transition temperature
15.3 Models for the determination of relations between Tg and moisture
15.4 Summary and discussion
References
CHAPTER 16 Mechanical properties of aged nanocomposites
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Thermoset-based nanocomposites
16.3 Thermoplastic-based nanocomposites
16.4 Elastomer-based nanocomposites
16.5 Conclusion
References
CHAPTER 17 Microscopic and spectroscopic analysis of aged polymer composites
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Aged polymer composites
17.3 Microscopic analysis
17.4 Spectroscopic analysis
17.5 Summary and outlook
Acknowledgment
References
Index

Arya Uthaman

Dr. Arya Uthaman is currently working as a post-doctoral researcher at the Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Malaysia. She completed her PhD in Engineering Mechanics at the Harbin Institute of Technology, China in 2021. Her areas of expertise are in polymer science and engineering, fiber-reinforced polymer composites, polymer nanocomposites, the durability of polymers and composites in harsh environments, degradation studies of polymer composites, and nanocomposites. Dr. Uthaman has published several peer-reviewed research articles and book chapters and also edited books with leading publishers like Elsevier, and Springer across the globe. She also worked as an Assistant professor (adhoc), at the School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India.

Affiliations and expertise

School of Civil Engineering Harbin Institute of Technology China

Sabu Thomas

Prof. Sabu Thomas is a Professor of Polymer Science and Engineering and the Director of the School of Energy Materials at Mahatma Gandhi University, India. Additionally, he is the Chairman of the Trivandrum Engineering Science & Technology Research Park (TrEST Research Park) in Thiruvananthapuram, India. He is the founder director of the International and Inter-university Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at Mahatma Gandhi University and the former Vice-Chancellor of the same institution.

Prof. Thomas is internationally recognized for his contributions to polymer science and engineering, with his research interests encompassing polymer nanocomposites, elastomers, polymer blends, interpenetrating polymer networks, polymer membranes, green composites, nanocomposites, nanomedicine, and green nanotechnology. His groundbreaking inventions in polymer nanocomposites, polymer blends, green bionanotechnology, and nano-biomedical sciences have significantly advanced the development of new materials for the automotive, space, housing, and biomedical fields. Dr. Thomas has been conferred with Honoris Causa (DSc) by the University of South Brittany, France.

Affiliations and expertise

Professor, School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, India

Hiran Mayookh Lal

Dr. Hiran Mayookh Lal is currently working as a post-doctoral researcher at the Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Malaysia. He completed his PhD in Engineering Mechanics at the Harbin Institute of Technology, China in 2021. His areas of expertise are in polymer science and engineering, fiber-reinforced polymer composites, creep, hybrid, polymer nanocomposites, and the durability of polymers and composites in harsh environments. Dr. Lal has published several peer-reviewed research articles and book chapters and also edited books with leading publishers like Springer, and Elsevier across the globe. He also worked as an Assistant professor (adhoc), at the School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India.

Affiliations and expertise

School of Civil Engineering Harbin Institute of Technology China

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