Additive manufacturing of self?sensing carbon fiber composites

Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites have gained substantial attention across various industries owing to their exceptional mechanical properties and lightweight nature. The emergence of additive manufacturing technologies brings new opportunities to the industry, offering advantages such as design freedom, rapid prototyping, and customization. However, the fabrication of CFRP composites through 3d printing techniques poses challenges pertaining to low resolution and limitations in complex geometry realization. This work introduces Digital Light Processing printing as a versatile, high?resolution method ideal for CFRP composite fabrication. We focus on the development and characterization of CFRP and investigate the manipulation of mechanical properties through variations in matrix resins and fiber loadings, showcasing the versatility of CFRP composites for tailored applications. Additionally, we explore the integration of self?sensing capabilities in CFRP structures, which opens up opportunities for applications in smart components for automotive and structural health monitoring.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

» Author: Zhenpeng Xu, Haotian Lu, Qiyi Chen, Seokpum Kim, Vlastimil Kunc, Xiaoyu (Rayne) Zheng

» Publication Date: 11/10/2023

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This project has received funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement Nº 768737


                   




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