Assessment of Sustainable Composite for UAV structural Application

Year : 2025 | Volume : 13 | Special Issue 02 | Page : 359 377
    By

    Vinothkumar. M,

  • Satheesh. C,

  • Kirubadurai. B,

  • Jaganraj. R,

  • Jegadeeswari. G,

  • Ashok. N,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of Aeronautical Engineering, Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Dhaanish Ahmed College of Engineering, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  3. Assistant Professor, Department of Aeronautical Engineering, Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu,
  4. Associate Professor, Department of Aeronautical Engineering, Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  5. Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Saveetha Engineering College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  6. Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sri Muthukumaran Institute of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Abstract

Now-a-days aligned with global mission the growth of Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) application is enormous in the field of agriculture, defence, surveying etc., This research work investigates the improvement in strength of polymer matrix composite material of adding epoxy polymer resin with novel bio fibers such as Tamarindus and Morinda. The composite material was fabricated by using hand-layup method later its mechanical properties are analysed by numerical method as well as experimental tests and characterization techniques conducted according to ASTM standards. A remarkable outcome is delivering by adopting of Tamarindus and Morinda biofibers in UAV structural part materials, which combine increased mechanical strength and durability with good environmental conditions. Based on the mechanical test outcomes, the Tamarindus composite (ETI) indicates significant compressive strength with an optimum load carrying capacity of 5.98 kN and notable tensile strength is maximum of 8.13 MPa. So that Tamarindus composite can be used at rigid or definite shaped application due its high resistance of deformation. The Morinda composite (ETC) indicated the high flexibility due to its internal molecular bonding techniques. So that it can be used as a dampening or cushioning materials to absorb the vibrational energy. These two novel biodegradable composite materials possess a less density and a higher strength-to-weight ratio, which are important properties for decreasing power consumption and improving the UAV’s endurance. Elevated chemical and corrosion resistance are another important property of novel bio degradable fibres which is essential for protecting structural integrity with different environmental conditions. By using these novel biomaterials, vibrations from UAV propellers and metal corrosion are significantly reduced. From the research outcomes, using novel bio composites increases the mechanical strength and lifespan of UAV’s and also reducing their weight and power consumption.

Keywords: Biocomposites, polymer-matrix composites, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVS), morinda citrifolia, tamarindus indica

[This article belongs to Special Issue under section in Journal of Polymer and Composites (jopc)]

How to cite this article:
Vinothkumar. M, Satheesh. C, Kirubadurai. B, Jaganraj. R, Jegadeeswari. G, Ashok. N. Assessment of Sustainable Composite for UAV structural Application. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(02):359-377.
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Vinothkumar. M, Satheesh. C, Kirubadurai. B, Jaganraj. R, Jegadeeswari. G, Ashok. N. Assessment of Sustainable Composite for UAV structural Application. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(02):359-377. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2025/view=209401


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Special Issue Subscription Original Research
Volume 13
Special Issue 02
Received 21/10/2024
Accepted 27/11/2024
Published 29/01/2025
Publication Time 100 Days
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