3D-printing magnetic susceptor filament for induction welding of thermoplastic composite sandwich panels

IF 6.5 2区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, COMPOSITES

Composites Communications Pub Date : 2025-02-19 DOI:10.1016/j.coco.2025.102321

R.G. Martin , C. Jonasson , C. Johansson , J.R. Tavares , M. Dubé

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Abstract

A magnetic susceptor in a printable filament form is developed for the induction welding of thermoplastic composites. The susceptor is based on Ni particles embedded in a poly-ether-imide matrix. It is extruded and spooled to form a filament which can then be 3D-printed. The susceptor produces heat by hysteresis losses due to the magnetic properties of the Ni particles. As opposed to other typical electrically conductive heating elements, no percolation threshold needs to be achieved to produce heat as the Ni particles individually heat up when exposed to the induction coil's magnetic field. The heating efficiency of the susceptor filament and its deposition by the fused filament fabrication technique are demonstrated. The susceptor is used to assemble all thermoplastic composite sandwich panels. The sandwich samples are tested by the flatwise tensile test and a tensile strength of 4.6 MPa is obtained, which is equivalent to or higher than reported strengths for typical aerospace-grade sandwich panels. The printable susceptor opens the way to new induction welding or heating applications as it can be printed on a surface to produce a desired heating pattern.

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Composites Communications Materials Science-Ceramics and Composites

CiteScore

12.10

自引率

10.00%

发文量

340

审稿时长

36 days

期刊介绍： Composites Communications (Compos. Commun.) is a peer-reviewed journal publishing short communications and letters on the latest advances in composites science and technology. With a rapid review and publication process, its goal is to disseminate new knowledge promptly within the composites community. The journal welcomes manuscripts presenting creative concepts and new findings in design, state-of-the-art approaches in processing, synthesis, characterization, and mechanics modeling. In addition to traditional fiber-/particulate-reinforced engineering composites, it encourages submissions on composites with exceptional physical, mechanical, and fracture properties, as well as those with unique functions and significant application potential. This includes biomimetic and bio-inspired composites for biomedical applications, functional nano-composites for thermal management and energy applications, and composites designed for extreme service environments.