Junjie Zhou , Yike Zhang , Xinyu Wang , Yanan Yang , Xin Wu , Jin Hu , Long Xia
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Abstract
Impedance mismatch and high-temperature oxidation are two main factors that limit the practical application of carbon-based absorbing materials. Although micro/nano-structured composites have been explored to alleviate these issues, they often suffer from dispersion instability and structural fragility. In this work, a coaxial composite fiber microwave absorber (Al4C3/Al2O3@Cf) is fabricated using carbon fiber (Cf) as a template and conductive core, with an Al4C3/Al2O3 ceramic shell grown in situ via a vapor–solid reaction. Compared to pristine Cf, which exhibits negligible absorption, the optimized composite achieves a minimum reflection loss of −49.27 dB, attributed to interfacial polarization and a built-in capacitor-like structure. Meanwhile, the material also features excellent oxidation resistance and thermal insulation (0.0567 W m−1 K−1 at 100 °C). This study presents a structurally controllable, thermally robust absorber design that overcomes key limitations of traditional carbon-based materials, offering a promising solution for next-generation electromagnetic protection in aerospace and harsh environments.
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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.