Jaehoo Kim , Gahyun Woo , Mingyu Kim , Ki Hong Park , Jong Hyuk Park , Tae Hee Han , Hae-Seok Lee , Ung Lee , Jaewoo Kim
{"title":"Multifunctional high-compaction MWCNT/GNP hybrid buckypaper: Unraveling superior conductivity for broadband EMI shielding and instantaneous Joule heating applications","authors":"Jaehoo Kim , Gahyun Woo , Mingyu Kim , Ki Hong Park , Jong Hyuk Park , Tae Hee Han , Hae-Seok Lee , Ung Lee , Jaewoo Kim","doi":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102545","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102545","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Buckypaper (BP), a self-supporting film of carbon nanotubes (CNTs), is a promising material for flexible electronics, energy storage, and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding. However, its practical utility is hindered by CNT aggregation and limited structural integrity. This study introduces hybrid BP, fabricated by integrating multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) with graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) via vacuum filtration, resulting in a uniformly dispersed, interconnected architecture. The influence of varying GNP content on structure and properties is systematically explored, with a particular emphasis on EMI shielding and Joule heating. At 75 wt% GNP, the hybrid BP achieves optimal performance, demonstrating exceptional electrical (683 % improvement) and thermal (190 % improvement) conductivity, remarkable mechanical flexibility, and enhanced EMI shielding (126 %) and Joule heating (203 %) compared to pure MWCNT BP. These properties are attributed to a compact, multidimensional conductive network formed by well-dispersed MWCNTs. EMI shielding effectiveness is meticulously evaluated across an extensive frequency spectrum, including X-, Ka-, V-, and W-bands, with reflection, absorption, and transmission mechanisms rigorously analyzed through physical and mathematical frameworks. The hybrid BP also exhibits superior Joule heating with stable spatial, temporal, and responsive characteristics. These findings underscore the multifunctional potential of hybrid BP for advanced electronics, thermal management, and EMI shielding solutions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10533,"journal":{"name":"Composites Communications","volume":"58 ","pages":"Article 102545"},"PeriodicalIF":6.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144713554","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yingjie Yan , Yifan Zhang , Xiaojia Wu , Qiwei Guo , Daijun Zhang , Chao Li , Yanfeng Liu , Jingyi Zhang , Liuxu An , Zhiyang Wang , Junhua Guo , Li Chen
{"title":"Deep learning paradigm shift in composite materials performance prediction: A review of state-of-the-art applications","authors":"Yingjie Yan , Yifan Zhang , Xiaojia Wu , Qiwei Guo , Daijun Zhang , Chao Li , Yanfeng Liu , Jingyi Zhang , Liuxu An , Zhiyang Wang , Junhua Guo , Li Chen","doi":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102542","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102542","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Given the extensive application of composite materials in aerospace and a diversity of other fields, an accurate prediction of composite properties has become increasingly important. However, traditional experimental methods are time-consuming and costly. Deep learning (DL) has emerged as a transformative tool in composite materials research due to its powerful data processing capabilities. This paper reviews the application of DL models in predicting composite materials properties, providing a comparative analysis of four mainstream DL architectures: convolutional neural network (CNN), recurrent neural network (RNN), autoencoder (AE), and generative adversarial network (GAN). The associated fundamental principles, applications, and recent advancements are addressed, summarizing DL model evaluation methodologies in classification, regression, and image-based tasks. Moreover, this review considers current challenges and future research directions, offering valuable insights to inform further investigations. This study aims to serve as a significant reference for researchers engaged in this field of research.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10533,"journal":{"name":"Composites Communications","volume":"58 ","pages":"Article 102542"},"PeriodicalIF":6.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144702423","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yiqi Xiao , Xiaomin Peng , Dagang Wang , Yajun Luo , Xiaogang Sun , Kao Lin , Jihan Ye
{"title":"Phase-field simulation study on the mechanical behavior and fracture mechanism of SiC-p/Al composites considering microstructural effects under uniaxial tension","authors":"Yiqi Xiao , Xiaomin Peng , Dagang Wang , Yajun Luo , Xiaogang Sun , Kao Lin , Jihan Ye","doi":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102540","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102540","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A microstructure-based fracture phase-field model was employed to reveal deformation and failure mechanisms in SiC particle-reinforced aluminum (SiC-p/Al) composites under tension. By integrating real microstructure reconstruction with elastoplastic fracture phase-field theory, the model captures stress distribution, crack initiation, and propagation dynamics across varying SiC volume fractions (10 %, 15 %, 20 %). Key findings demonstrate that lower SiC content induces localized stress concentrations near particle polar regions, while higher fractions form interconnected high-stress networks (>800 MPa) due to reduced interparticle spacing and stress bridging effects. Equivalent plastic strain transitions from localized shear bands to diffuse distributions as particle interactions intensify, though cluster-induced strain hotspots (>0.03) persist at 20 % SiC. The simulations reveal three distinct failure modes: (1) low-volume composites exhibit tortuous crack paths with delayed coalescence, driven by matrix plasticity; (2) intermediate fractions show accelerated crack linkage along interparticle channels; (3) high-volume clusters trigger brittle-dominated failure mechanisms involving interfacial debonding and particle cleavage. A peak strength-ductility synergy occurs at 10 % SiC, while 20 % SiC shows severe embrittlement with rapid crack network percolation. Simulations capture adaptive \"circum-particle/matrix-penetrating\" crack alternation and cluster-induced secondary cracking leading to macroscopic fracture bands. This multiscale approach bridges microstructural realism with fracture predictability, emphasizing interfacial strength and dispersion uniformity as critical damage tolerance factors for designing high-performance composites.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10533,"journal":{"name":"Composites Communications","volume":"58 ","pages":"Article 102540"},"PeriodicalIF":6.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144687248","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xiaoqian Xu , Cheng Liu , Shichao Zhang , Jianyong Yu , Bin Ding
{"title":"Dual-scale pore structured composite fibrous sponges with enhanced waterproof properties for high-efficiency broadband noise absorption","authors":"Xiaoqian Xu , Cheng Liu , Shichao Zhang , Jianyong Yu , Bin Ding","doi":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102541","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102541","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Electrospun ultrafine fibrous materials demonstrate significant potential for noise reduction applications. However, electrospun fibers are predominantly deposited as two-dimensional fibrous membranes, which exhibit limited broadband noise absorption capabilities. Although recently developed three-dimensional (3D) electrospun fluffy ultrafine fibrous sponges have shown enhanced noise absorption performance, their waterproof properties remain insufficient. Here, we propose a method to prepare dual-scale pore structured composite fibrous sponges with waterproof functionality <em>via</em> a continuous two-step electrospinning combined with humidity-induced phase separation and thermal cross-linking. The synthesized composite fibrous sponges are lightweight (density of 11 mg cm<sup>−3</sup>) and imparts exceptional compression performance, maintaining structural integrity after 1000 compression cycles at 60 % strain. The fibrous sponges also exhibit excellent hydrophobicity (water contact angle of 143°) and water pressure resistance (93.2 kPa). More importantly, the dual-scale pore structure endows the sponges with superior broadband noise absorption performances, with noise reduction coefficients reaching 0.57. This work provides new insights into the development of multifunctional broadband noise-absorbing materials.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10533,"journal":{"name":"Composites Communications","volume":"58 ","pages":"Article 102541"},"PeriodicalIF":6.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144687247","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Topologically reconfigurable polypropylene composites: Boronic ester crosslinking for concurrent mechanical reinforcement and circular reprocessability","authors":"Yi Zhang , Yi Ding , Wenwen Yu , Qiang Zheng","doi":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102538","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102538","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Environmental pressures on polypropylene are intensifying, yet its current recycling rates remain alarmingly low. The primary challenges lie in the high costs of recycling and the limited value of its reuse. In this work, we present a straightforward and feasible approach to construct dynamic crosslinking structures within polypropylene, enabling its efficient recycling. The dynamic boronic ester-based crosslinked polymers (PGCs) with excellent mechanical properties and recyclability are successfully developed by thermally initiated ring-opening reaction between glycidyl methacrylate-modified polypropylene (PP-g-GMA) and 4-carboxyphenylboronic acid pinacol ester (CAPE). PGC2 exhibits the most optimal thermal and mechanical properties with the <em>T</em><sub>g</sub>, tensile strength, and elongation at break of 20.4 °C, 33.7 MPa, and 55.8 %, respectively. Subsequently, the dynamic crosslinking system is introduced into the PP matrix to evaluate the mechanical properties of the composites. The boronic ester bonds promote the topological rearrangement of the network through ester exchange reaction, endowing the PP composites with good reprocessability. It retains tensile strength and elongation at break comparable to those of the pristine sample after two reprocessing cycles. This dynamic crosslinking mechanism provides innovative ideas for the development of low-cost and high-value recycled plastics.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10533,"journal":{"name":"Composites Communications","volume":"58 ","pages":"Article 102538"},"PeriodicalIF":6.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144665479","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Multilayered foam-based electromagnetic interference absorber mimicking free space between pyramid structures","authors":"Duck Weon Lee , Seok Won Lee , Jae-Yong Kwon","doi":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102529","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102529","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In this study, we propose a multilayered foam-based electromagnetic interference (EMI) absorber that mimics the gradient of free-space structure found between conventional pyramid-shaped absorbers. To achieve this, conductive foams with different open cell sizes and multi-wall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) concentrations were sequentially stacked to form a composite structure, and a highly reflective conductive film was introduced at the bottom. This design strategy enables gradual impedance matching from the surface and promotes multiple internal reflections within the foam structure, thereby significantly enhancing the absorption of incident electromagnetic waves at the X-band frequency range (8.2–12.4 GHz). We systematically investigated the influence of foam thickness, MWCNTs concentration, cell size, and their stacking order on the total shielding effectiveness (EMI SE), as well as on its absorption and reflection components. While EMI SE was relatively unaffected by stacking sequence, the energy dissipation pathways could be precisely tuned, favoring either absorption or reflection. Notably, the structure with a gradient from large to small cell sizes, combined with a conductive film, achieved over 40 dB of EMI SE at 12.4 GHz, primarily driven by absorption. The results demonstrated that spatial control of foam cell structure and integration of reflective layers provide an effective route for high-performance, absorption-dominant EMI shielding. This approach offers a scalable, lightweight solution for next-generation EMI management in electronics and communication systems.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10533,"journal":{"name":"Composites Communications","volume":"58 ","pages":"Article 102529"},"PeriodicalIF":6.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144680380","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jeong Yu Lee, Kyungsup Han, Sung Yeon Cho, Heung Soo Baik, Jin Nam
{"title":"Stretchable, soft, and thermally conductive polydimethylsiloxane embedding hyaluronic acid for artificial tactile sensory evaluation","authors":"Jeong Yu Lee, Kyungsup Han, Sung Yeon Cho, Heung Soo Baik, Jin Nam","doi":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102535","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102535","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In this study, we developed an advanced skin-like material by incorporating hyaluronic acid (HA) into polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) to enhance its elasticity and stretchability. This combination also results in a 2.77-fold improvement in thermal conductivity due to the inclusion of hexagonal boron nitride (hBN). Furthermore, the elasticity of the material can be tailored by adjusting HA concentration during the synthesis process, simulating the mechanical properties of skin. To mitigate the surface stickiness caused by the HA solution, an etched mold was used during fabrication. The resulting skin-mimicking substrate offers a precise and sensitive platform for evaluating frictional and tactile variations in cosmetic applications. This enables a more accurate representation using recently developed sensory evaluation equipment. Overall, this innovative system not only provides artificial sensory experiences but also a time-and cost-efficient alternative to conventional clinical testing.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10533,"journal":{"name":"Composites Communications","volume":"58 ","pages":"Article 102535"},"PeriodicalIF":6.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144670693","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A resin-based perforated sound absorption composite reinforced with polyethylene geotextile: Research on UV resistance, aging resistance, chemical corrosion resistance, thermal stability and wear resistance","authors":"Xiao Li , Xiaoming Zhao , Yuanjun Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102536","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102536","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Due to the widespread distribution and difficulty in controlling noise sources, the practical application of sound-absorbing materials is constrained by environmental factors. Responding to growing demands for multifunctional composites, this study developed a perforated HGM/PU composite through textile coating and laser perforation techniques. The composite employs hollow glass microspheres (HGM) as functional fillers, waterborne polyurethane (PU) as the resin matrix, and polyethylene short-fiber geotextiles as reinforcement. The HGM establishes cavity structures within the material to enhance resonance absorption, while simultaneously scattering incident sound waves to extend transmission paths and improve sound absorption efficiency. Orthogonal experimental design was adopted to investigate parametric effects on sound absorption performance. The optimized composite achieved a peak sound absorption coefficient of 0.83 at 4169 Hz. Additionally, the composite exhibits exceptional UV resistance (T(UVA)<sub>AV</sub> = 0.77 %, UPF >100) and thermal stability (94.75 % mass retention at 400 °C). After thermal aging, the sound absorption coefficient decreased by only 3.08 %. This work successfully demonstrates a multifunctional perforated sound-absorbing composite with integrated properties including UV resistance, thermal aging resistance, and short-term chemical corrosion resistance.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10533,"journal":{"name":"Composites Communications","volume":"58 ","pages":"Article 102536"},"PeriodicalIF":6.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144702424","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yazhou Zhang , Longxi Zhao , Jiahui Li , Wei-Xin Liu , Ting-Ting Li , Ching-Wen Lou , Bing-Chiuan Shiu
{"title":"Screen-printed large-area wearable graphene-coated cotton fabric-based thermoelectric generator for solar energy harvesting and health monitoring","authors":"Yazhou Zhang , Longxi Zhao , Jiahui Li , Wei-Xin Liu , Ting-Ting Li , Ching-Wen Lou , Bing-Chiuan Shiu","doi":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102526","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102526","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Wearable fabric-based thermoelectric generators (TEGs) have significant potential in the field of self-powered health monitoring. However, achieving solar energy harvesting, stable thermoelectric performance, wearable comfort and scalable production remains a challenge. This study presents large-area, graphene-coated, cotton fabric-based thermoelectric generators (TEGs) prepared using a screen-printing technique with uniformly dispersed graphene ink. These devices demonstrate excellent thermoelectric performance, with a minimum discernible temperature difference of 0.2 K and a fast temperature response time of 1.721 s, as well as solar energy harvesting capability, cycling stability and durability. Due to their temperature recognition and haptic sensing characteristics, the TEGs can quickly detect the different temperature states of water and convert thermal voltage signals from finger contact into English words. When integrated into a mask, the TEG can monitor respiratory rate by detecting the temperature difference between exhalation and the environment. When embedded in a sleeve, the TEG can collect body heat and solar energy synergistically to achieve self-power supply. This study introduces a straightforward, accessible, and scalable fabrication method for graphene-based wearable thermoelectric generators, which exhibit considerable potential for applications in self-powered wearable electronic devices and health monitoring for individuals with visual impairments.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10533,"journal":{"name":"Composites Communications","volume":"58 ","pages":"Article 102526"},"PeriodicalIF":6.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144662080","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xinjiang Zhang , Ming Yang , Minghao Zhang, Cailiu Yin, Zhengwei Liu, Guosheng Chen, Wenbo Zhu
{"title":"Modulation of interface and intermetallics by minor nano-Ti addition for enhancing mechanical properties and wear resistance in the short carbon fiber/Cu composites","authors":"Xinjiang Zhang , Ming Yang , Minghao Zhang, Cailiu Yin, Zhengwei Liu, Guosheng Chen, Wenbo Zhu","doi":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102534","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.coco.2025.102534","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Short carbon fiber/Cu composites with the minor nano-Ti addition were fabricated using a hot-pressed sintering process from a powder mixture of short carbon fiber, nano-Ti, and Cu. The effects of nano-Ti content on the microstructure and mechanical properties of short carbon fiber/Cu composites were characterized. For microstructural observation, a TiC interfacial nano-layer was formed between Cu matrix and short carbon fibers, and CuTi compounds were identified in the compacts during the sintering. The results of mechanical properties test shown that the sintered compacts exhibited the higher hardness and room-temperature tensile strength as the amount of nano-Ti increased. With 3.5 wt% nano-Ti addition, the short carbon fiber/Cu composite exhibited a 120 % increase in hardness and a 96 % increase in ultimate tensile strength compared to the 0 wt% nano-Ti sample, while retaining 15.5 % elongation. Based on the ball-on-disk dry friction wear test, the addition of nano-Ti effectively enhanced the wear resistance of short carbon fiber/Cu composites, exhibited the lower friction coefficient (0.28) and wear rate (9.6 × 10<sup>−5</sup> mm<sup>3</sup>/N·m). The relevant structural formation, strengthening, and wear mechanisms of the nano-Ti added short carbon fiber/Cu composites are discussed.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":10533,"journal":{"name":"Composites Communications","volume":"58 ","pages":"Article 102534"},"PeriodicalIF":6.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144653714","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}