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Abstract
Despite numerous reports on microwave absorbing materials and structures with excellent performance, research on the impact of the carrier of microwave absorbers and their preparation processes on microwave absorption performance still faces challenges. To address this issue, this study combines theoretical analysis, simulation, and experimental validation to compare the differences in microwave absorption performance between 3D printed ABS/CF/MWCNTs materials and traditionally cast paraffin/CF/MWCNTs materials. Furthermore, the study explores the impact of linear and concentric filling patterns in 3D printing processes on the performance of tree-shaped microwave absorbing meta-structures. From a material level perspective, the 3D printed ABS/CF/MWCNTs composite plate with a thickness of 3 mm has an effective absorption bandwidth of 5.16 GHz. Additionally, the bio-inspired tree-shaped structure optimized by the ant colony algorithm achieves an effective absorption bandwidth of up to 11.5 GHz at a thickness of 10.8 mm, with a minimum reflection loss of less than −9 dB across the entire frequency range (2–18 GHz). Moreover, the microwave absorbing meta-structure reinforced with carbon fiber-reinforced plastic laminates exhibits outstanding tensile and bending strength, with an average tensile strength and bending strength reaching 197.7 MPa and 188.6 MPa, respectively. In summary, this study provides valuable insights into the optimization of preparation processes for microwave absorbing materials or structures and offers a scientific basis for the design and application of high-performance microwave absorbing materials.
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Composites Part B: Engineering is a journal that publishes impactful research of high quality on composite materials. This research is supported by fundamental mechanics and materials science and engineering approaches. The targeted research can cover a wide range of length scales, ranging from nano to micro and meso, and even to the full product and structure level. The journal specifically focuses on engineering applications that involve high performance composites. These applications can range from low volume and high cost to high volume and low cost composite development.
The main goal of the journal is to provide a platform for the prompt publication of original and high quality research. The emphasis is on design, development, modeling, validation, and manufacturing of engineering details and concepts. The journal welcomes both basic research papers and proposals for review articles. Authors are encouraged to address challenges across various application areas. These areas include, but are not limited to, aerospace, automotive, and other surface transportation. The journal also covers energy-related applications, with a focus on renewable energy. Other application areas include infrastructure, off-shore and maritime projects, health care technology, and recreational products.