Abstract
Morphology and mechanical properties of clay/high-functional epoxy nanocomposites are investigated. An intercalated morphology is always observed for clay loadings ≤5 wt %. The glass transition temperature (Tg) of the composites decreases with the clay loading, and the impact strength increases first by 10% at 2 wt% clay loading, and is followed by a dramatic decline, while the flexural strength decreases in all cases.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 279-282 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Chinese Journal of Aeronautics |
Volume | 18 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Aug 2005 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Clay
- High-functional epoxy resin
- Mechanical properties
- Nanocomposite
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Aerospace Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering