Muhammad H. Shafi, Nicholas Elderfield, Joanna C.H. Wong
{"title":"Carbon-carbon composites from polyetherimide matrix precursors via high-pressure stabilization in press (HiPSiP)","authors":"Muhammad H. Shafi, Nicholas Elderfield, Joanna C.H. Wong","doi":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109592","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109592","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Despite the attractively high carbon yields (∼70%) of aromatic thermoplastics, like polyetherimide (PEI), thermoplastic matrix precursors for carbon–carbon composites have seen limited study due to thermal processing challenges. These materials melt during heating, and without containment, deform and lose structural integrity. Another major challenge is gas evolution during stabilization and carbonization, generating voids. This study introduces a new stabilization method, termed high-pressure stabilization in press (HiPSiP), which is performed directly during a compression molding process. After initial molding at 280 °C and 10 MPa for 30 min, the pressure and temperature is ramped up to 100 MPa and 510 °C and held for 1–3 h inside the mold before cooling. After HiPSiP, the matrix no longer exhibits thermoplastic behavior, due to cross-linking of the polymer chains. This prevents distortion and gas-induced decompaction during subsequent carbonization. Carbonized samples reached a density of 1.53 g/cm<sup>3</sup> and achieved short beam strength of 28.4 ± 0.6 MPa, one of the highest to the authors’ best knowledge without the use of any densification cycles. Characterization was performed for thermal, microstructural, chemical, and mechanical properties, using thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), powder x-ray diffraction (PXRD), elemental analysis (EA), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and short beam strength testing. Comparisons are made against samples stabilized under ambient pressure in air, and non-stabilized samples.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":282,"journal":{"name":"Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing","volume":"203 ","pages":"Article 109592"},"PeriodicalIF":8.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146035094","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}
Paulina Díaz-Montiel , Miguel Serrato , Mayling H. Kohl , James G. Kohl
{"title":"Effect of ply waviness defects on the viscoelastic properties of carbon/epoxy composites","authors":"Paulina Díaz-Montiel , Miguel Serrato , Mayling H. Kohl , James G. Kohl","doi":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109575","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109575","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Ply waviness is a common manufacturing defect in carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites that is known to reduce quasi-static mechanical properties. However, its influence on viscoelastic properties remains largely unexplored. This study investigates the effect of embedded ply waviness defects on the viscoelastic properties of carbon/epoxy laminates, focusing on storage modulus, loss modulus, tan <span><math><mrow><mi>δ</mi></mrow></math></span>, and the glass transition temperature (<span><math><mrow><msub><mi>T</mi><mi>g</mi></msub></mrow></math></span>). Dynamic mechanical analysis was performed on single-clamped cantilever specimens using both temperature and frequency sweeps. Two laminate types were evaluated: (1) predominantly unidirectional composites with embedded ply waviness, and (2) cross-ply laminates without defects.</div><div>Temperature sweep results show that the average <span><math><mrow><msub><mi>T</mi><mi>g</mi></msub></mrow></math></span> of specimens with ply waviness is 3.8 °C higher than that of cross-ply laminates, indicating constrained polymer chain mobility and delayed <span><math><mrow><mi>α</mi></mrow></math></span>-relaxation. Reduced molecular mobility also leads to a smaller change in storage modulus in the rubbery state, as well as lower loss modulus and tan <span><math><mrow><mi>δ</mi></mrow></math></span>. This suggests that less energy is dissipated as heat during the polymer relaxation process and that the damping capability of the ply waviness specimens is reduced. The frequency sweep results revealed that modulus hardening of ply waviness specimens with increasing frequency is lower than in cross-ply laminates, indicating a greater contribution of viscous deformation and reduced elastic stiffness due to fiber misalignments.</div><div>These findings demonstrate that ply waviness defects affect the time- and temperature-dependent behavior of CFRPs, underscoring the importance of incorporating the effect of this manufacturing defect into predictive models for composite structures subjected to dynamic or thermal loads.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":282,"journal":{"name":"Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing","volume":"203 ","pages":"Article 109575"},"PeriodicalIF":8.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146035209","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}
Ningyuan Zhang , Dong Huang , Ke Duan , Chong Ye , Chaoyi Peng , Lei Tao , Shipeng Zhu , Jinshui Liu
{"title":"Microstructure-dependent compression behavior of mesophase pitch-based carbon fibers: insights from in-situ compression and molecular dynamics simulations","authors":"Ningyuan Zhang , Dong Huang , Ke Duan , Chong Ye , Chaoyi Peng , Lei Tao , Shipeng Zhu , Jinshui Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109582","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109582","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Mesophase pitch-based carbon fibers (MPCFs) possess exceptional thermal conductivity and modulus, but their high-tech applications are severely constrained by low compressive strength. To address this limitation, it is crucial to comprehensively understand the microstructure-dependent compression behavior of MPCFs. This study systematically investigates the compression response of MPCFs with varying graphite microstructures by innovatively combining in-situ micropillar compression experiments with molecular dynamics simulations. Results elucidate the critical roles of grain size, orientation, amorphous carbon content, and pore structure in governing compression behavior. Specifically, as graphitic microcrystals develop, increased grain size and enhanced orientation induce collective buckling of graphitic sheets. Meanwhile, reduced amorphous regions and highly oriented pores weaken lateral support, promoting extensive sheet reorientation and leading to shear or kinking failure at lower stress levels. Consequently, the compressive strength of MPCFs decreases from 1273 MPa to 454 MPa, with fracture morphology transitioning from uniform microcracks to axial cracks along (002) planes. Correspondingly, the compressive strength of their polymer composites declines by 57.9 %, with the failure mode shifting from matrix-dominated shear delamination to penetration damage caused by brittle fracture of fibers. This study provides integrated micro–macro insights into the compressive failure mechanisms of MPCFs, guiding the design of compression-resistant MPCFs and their composites.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":282,"journal":{"name":"Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing","volume":"203 ","pages":"Article 109582"},"PeriodicalIF":8.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145974280","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 novel parametric modeling method for 3D needled composites considering mesostructure characteristics","authors":"Jianwei Qiao , Jingran Ge , Jun Liang","doi":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109600","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109600","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The mesostructure of three-dimensional (3D) needled composites is highly complex, making it challenging for traditional modeling approaches to balance mesostructural fidelity with computational efficiency. To address this issue, this paper proposes a novel parametric modeling method that considers the key mesostructure characteristics of 3D needled composites. Guided by the deflection law of the needled region, the original layers, needled fiber bundles, and the deflected structures are uniformly represented in the model. This approach retains the critical mesostructure characteristics while reducing computation time by two orders of magnitude compared to the high-fidelity model. The reliability of the prediction results is further validated through experimental comparison using the composites prepared from T800 twill woven, short-chopped fiber felt, and phenolic resin. Moreover, the modeling method is independent of specific needling process parameters, demonstrating strong generality. Overall, the proposed parametric modeling method provides an efficient and accurate tool for predicting performance and optimizing the structure of 3D needled composites.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":282,"journal":{"name":"Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing","volume":"203 ","pages":"Article 109600"},"PeriodicalIF":8.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146073883","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}
Markus Fitzka , Zoltán Simon , Michael Marischler , Thomas Koch , Viktor Klitni , Angelika Fröhlich , Andreas Plengorth , Donato Girolamo , Thomas Rohr , Michael Scheerer , Robert Liska , Patrick Knaack
{"title":"Rapid, Energy-Efficient CFRP manufacturing via filament winding of frontal polymerization resins","authors":"Markus Fitzka , Zoltán Simon , Michael Marischler , Thomas Koch , Viktor Klitni , Angelika Fröhlich , Andreas Plengorth , Donato Girolamo , Thomas Rohr , Michael Scheerer , Robert Liska , Patrick Knaack","doi":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109577","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109577","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Radical-Induced Cationic Frontal Polymerization (RICFP) was successfully adapted for rapid and energy-efficient curing of carbon fiber-reinforced composites using industrial filament winding. Two aerospace-grade epoxy systems based on BADGE and BFDGE were formulated following a broad screening of reactive diluents. To meet manufacturing requirements, the curing process was modified into a thermally supported frontal polymerization (TSFP) approach, wherein a self-sustaining curing front is triggered locally and maintained via continuous external heat input to compensate for thermal losses. Using this method, composites with fiber volume fractions exceeding 58% were cured in significantly less time and with reduced energy consumption compared to standard industrial oven processes. Mechanical characterization showed increased interlaminar shear strength, lower outgassing, and comparable axial tensile properties relative to a reference BADGE system. Other properties (transverse tensile, torsion, compression, and glass transition) were lower but may be improved through further resin optimization. Finally, process scalability and performance were demonstrated through the manufacture and testing of a composite overwrapped pressure vessel, which withstood internal pressures of up to 400 bar.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":282,"journal":{"name":"Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing","volume":"203 ","pages":"Article 109577"},"PeriodicalIF":8.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146035207","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}
Xiongbin Li, Yuqiao Zhou, Xiu-Zhi Tang, Hengfeng Li
{"title":"The Fe3O4/MWCNT/PMI composite foam with “magnetic–dielectric–porous” ternary synergy achieves efficient electromagnetic wave absorption","authors":"Xiongbin Li, Yuqiao Zhou, Xiu-Zhi Tang, Hengfeng Li","doi":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109580","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109580","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The development of lightweight, high-performance electromagnetic wave-absorbing materials with broad bandwidth and strong absorption remains a significant challenge due to the mutual constraints among key performance indicators. In this study, we address the issues of poor mechanical strength, filler sedimentation, and insufficient impedance matching in traditional porous absorbers by designing a novel ternary synergistic system. Utilizing polymethacrylimide (PMI) foam as a three-dimensional scaffold, multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) as a conductive network, and two types of Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> hollow nanospheres synthesized via hydrothermal and solvothermal methods as magnetic loss components, we constructed a “magnetic–dielectric–porous” composite foam. The hollow structure of Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> not only mitigates sedimentation but also promotes multiple internal reflections of electromagnetic waves, thereby enhancing attenuation. Furthermore, UV-initiated polymerization was employed to increase the precursor viscosity, effectively suppressing filler settling during processing. The optimized composite foam (F2MP-15) exhibits an exceptional minimum reflection loss of –61.5 dB at 8.3 GHz and an effective absorption bandwidth covering the entire 2–18 GHz range. Radar cross-section simulations confirm a maximum reduction of 39.7 dB, demonstrating excellent far-field microwave attenuation. This work provides a new strategy for designing lightweight, broadband, and high-strength absorbers through microstructural regulation and synergistic loss mechanisms.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":282,"journal":{"name":"Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing","volume":"203 ","pages":"Article 109580"},"PeriodicalIF":8.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146035213","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}
Yuhao Tan , Nicholas Yock Chuan Lian , Karthikayen Raju , Kirk Ming Yeoh , Yanxue Ma , Yuling Li , Vincent Beng Chye Tan
{"title":"Brittle-ductile transition in woven thermoplastic composites incorporating yarn reorientation after structural forming: Mesoscale modeling and experimental investigation","authors":"Yuhao Tan , Nicholas Yock Chuan Lian , Karthikayen Raju , Kirk Ming Yeoh , Yanxue Ma , Yuling Li , Vincent Beng Chye Tan","doi":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109579","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109579","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Woven fabric undergoes non-uniform yarn reorientation after formed into structural components, giving rise to spatially dependent mechanical behaviors that are difficult to incorporate in computational modeling. Thorough evaluation of localized responses is of paramount importance for overall structural analysis. However, with thermoplastic composites, failure analysis is further complicated and challenging by combined nonlinear effects of matrix plasticity and yarn rotation. Herein, off-axis tests were performed on woven carbon fabrics in polycarbonate (PC) matrix that have been per-sheared to simulate yarn reorientation. A transition from brittle to ductile characteristics was found as yarn angle increased. High-fidelity mesoscale representative volume elements (RVEs) were developed to examine this transition as well as the progressive failure of composites. An elasto-plastic constituent model was established for the PC, and modified strain-based 3D Hashin failure criteria with viscosity regularization were employed for yarns to facilitate convergence in response to PC plasticity-induced large deformation of composites. In agreement with the experiments, RVEs with small yarn angles (30°, 37.5°) exhibited near linear mechanical behaviors with brittle failure dominated by fiber fracture whereas RVEs with larger angles (45°, 52.5° and 60°) displayed significant nonlinearity and large deformation (nearly 40% strains). These ductile characteristics were manifestations of matrix plasticity coupled with yarns rotating to align with the load until interlocked. Morphological observation and digital image correlation (DIC) characterization further validated the RVE models. This study could provide reliable insights for subsequent structural analysis of formed woven thermoplastic composites, and the developed RVE model is useful for corresponding multiscale simulations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":282,"journal":{"name":"Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing","volume":"203 ","pages":"Article 109579"},"PeriodicalIF":8.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146035208","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}
Hong Wang , Haiyu Li , Hongbing Du , Xiaolin Guo , Yanxin Zhuang , Shuai Wang , Pengfei Xing
{"title":"Direct ink writing − assisted hot-press infiltration of B4C-SiC/Al lattice interpenetrating composites: superior quasi-static/dynamic mechanical properties and interface toughening mechanism","authors":"Hong Wang , Haiyu Li , Hongbing Du , Xiaolin Guo , Yanxin Zhuang , Shuai Wang , Pengfei Xing","doi":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2025.109543","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2025.109543","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Boron carbide (B<sub>4</sub>C) ceramics are constrained by their low toughness and the inherent hardness-toughness trade-off, limiting their engineering applications. To overcome these limitations, B<sub>4</sub>C-SiC/Al lattice interpenetrating composites were fabricated using a two-step process: direct ink writing of a B<sub>4</sub>C-SiC ceramic skeleton (95 wt% B<sub>4</sub>C + 5 wt% SiC), followed by hot-press infiltration of molten 1060 Al at 900 °C under a unidirectional pressure of 0.06 MPa. A robust interface between the ceramic and metal phases is crucial for optimizing mechanical performance, as revealed by interfacial reaction characterization. Experimental results indicate that the quasi-static compressive strength (352.26 ± 4.30 MPa) and dynamic compressive strength (752.3 ± 2.1 MPa, 1200 s<sup>−1</sup> strain rate) of this composite material represent increases of 169 % and 266 %, respectively, compared to pure aluminium. While its fracture toughness (11.6 ± 0.5 MPa·m<sup>1/2</sup>) surpasses that of conventional pressureless sintered B<sub>4</sub>C-SiC ceramics by 286 %. The maximum hardness of this composite is 6.52 ± 0.20 GPa. It is noteworthy that this composite effectively mitigates the anisotropy issues in traditional ceramic–metal composites through its unique porous ceramic skeleton structure and superior interfacial bonding. This study confirms that the multiple interfacial toughening mechanism mediated by the reaction product AlB<sub>2</sub> effectively toughens B<sub>4</sub>C ceramics, expanding their application prospects in demanding environments.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":282,"journal":{"name":"Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing","volume":"203 ","pages":"Article 109543"},"PeriodicalIF":8.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145876727","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":"Reconfigurable anisotropy in highly crosslinked vitrimers enabled by low-stress nanofiller alignment","authors":"Zhiqiang Chen, Xubin Wang, Dongyuan Chen","doi":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2025.109547","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2025.109547","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Vitrimers with dynamic covalent networks represent a new generation of composite matrices, offering superior reprocessability, repairability, and recyclability compared with traditional thermosetting resins. Incorporating carbon nanotubes (CNTs) into these matrices holds promise for advanced structural and functional applications due to their exceptional mechanical and electrical properties. Yet, achieving effective CNT alignment for optimal reinforcement remains a key challenge, as conventional methods such as electric- or magnetic-field-assisted alignment suffer from high energy consumption, complex processing, and limited scalability. Here, we systematically examine the influence of CNT content on the mechanical and thermomechanical performance of vitrimer nanocomposites, highlighting the critical interplay between CNT-induced reinforcement and dynamic bond-exchange kinetics. We propose a low-stress post-processing alignment strategy for highly cross-linked vitrimers, utilizing time-dependent creep deformation to orient CNTs along the loading direction. Microscopy confirms that adaptive stress-driven molecular rearrangements facilitate effective nanofiller alignment. This approach imparts pronounced mechanical anisotropy, yielding a 20 % increase in tensile strength, a 9.5 % increase in modulus, and a tenfold enhancement in electrical conductivity along the alignment axis. By synergistically coupling dynamic covalent chemistry with thermomechanical activation, this method establishes a versatile post-processing route for fabricating polymer composites with directionally optimized properties.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":282,"journal":{"name":"Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing","volume":"203 ","pages":"Article 109547"},"PeriodicalIF":8.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145882726","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}
Ning Jiang , Jixin Pei , Mingdao Wang , Shuo Wang , Yanqiu Wang
{"title":"Effect of molding process temperature and fiber fraction on mechanical properties of jute/PLA composite and mechanical prediction model","authors":"Ning Jiang , Jixin Pei , Mingdao Wang , Shuo Wang , Yanqiu Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109571","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.compositesa.2026.109571","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Reliable predictive models are essential for polymer-based composites to predict mechanical properties and reduce costly trial-and-error manufacturing. The classical Rule of Mixture (ROM) model can predict the tensile properties of synthetic fiber-reinforced polymer composites, but it lacks accuracy for natural fiber-reinforced composites due to natural fiber’s inherent variability. This study proposes improved ROM models considering molding temperature and fiber mass fraction affecting mechanical property of jute fabric polylactic acid (PLA) composites. Plain jute fabric was alkali-treated (10 wt% NaOH, 2 h), and jute/PLA composites were fabricated by compression molding through alternate stacking of PLA with unidirectional jute yarns or plain-woven jute fabrics at different molding temperatures and fiber mass fractions. Below PLA’s melting point (160°C), insufficient matrix flowability hinders fiber impregnation, resulting in decreased composite strength. Conversely, excessively high temperatures induce thermal degradation of jute fibers, compromising the mechanical integrity of the composite, as the tensile strength of jute fabric/PLA composites decreases from 51.46 to 18.56 MPa when molding temperature increased from 160 to 200°C. The influence of fiber mass fraction on tensile strength of jute fabric/PLA composites exhibits a two-stage pattern. Increasing fiber mass fraction initially enhances the tensile strength of composites, but when it exceeds 26%, the tensile strength decreases due to inadequate impregnation. The improved ROM model introduced temperature influence parameter and porosity factors to consider the influence mechanisms of temperature and volume fraction on composite material properties, significantly enhancing prediction accuracy for the tensile strength of jute/PLA composites.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":282,"journal":{"name":"Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing","volume":"203 ","pages":"Article 109571"},"PeriodicalIF":8.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145974281","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}