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Special Issue Open Access Original Research

Effect of Carbon Fiber on Mechanical Properties and Corrosion Behavior of Aluminium-6061 for Aerospace Applications

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   Praveen N.,    Anil Kumar Nayaka M.,    Sneha*,    Purushotham G,
Volume :  11 | Issue :  13 | Received :  October 28, 2023 | Accepted :  December 22, 2023 | Published :  March 8, 2024

Keywords

Composites, Aluminium Alloy, Carbon Fiber, Hand Lay-Up, Corrosion

Abstract

Composite materials have brought about a revolution in numerous industries due to their superior mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties. As a result, composites have emerged as a promising class of materials. In the present experimental study, we will compare sandwiched composite panels made from aluminum 6061 alloy and aluminum-carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) with varying load-carrying capacities in terms of their mechanical properties and corrosion behavior. These specimens are prepared using a hand-layup process followed by vacuum bagging, and they are allowed to cure for a minimum of 24 hours. Several configurations were tested, and specimen samples were created to assess mechanical properties and corrosion behavior. To perform these assessments, a Universal Testing Machine (UTM)was used with the dial gauges placed on both sides of the panel to measure displacement around the panel’s center. Additionally, the test was carried out on the corrosion behavior of various specimens and analyzed to compare the outcomes between the two types of panels

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