Exploring The Performance Dynamics of Basalt Fibre Reinforced Polymers: Mechanical and Viscoelastic Insights

Year : 2025 | Volume : 13 | Issue : 02 | Page : 12 22
    By

    K.T.Anand,

  • K Ch Sekhar,

  • M.Mariappan,

  • R. Vigneswaran,

  • A Chandrashekhar,

  • K. Amudha,

  • Binu Sukumar,

  • Kirubakaran D,

  • Ashokkumar. P,

  1. Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Panimalar Polytechnic College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  2. Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Lendi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jonnada, Andhra Pradesh, India
  3. Associate Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Dr. Mahalingam College of Engineering and Technology, Pollachi, Tamil Nadu, India
  4. Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sri Sairam Institute of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  5. Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Science and Technology, ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
  6. Assistant Professor, Department of Science and Humanities-Physics, R.M.D. Engineering College (An Autonomous Institution), Kavaraipettai, Tamil Nadu, India
  7. Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, R.M.K. Engineering College, Kavaraipettai, Tamil Nadu, India
  8. Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, St. Joseph’s Institute of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  9. Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Sona College of Technology, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India

Abstract

Basalt fibre reinforced polymer (BFRP) composites are gaining significant attention as sustainable alternatives to traditional reinforcement materials due to their superior mechanical performance, thermal stability, and eco-friendliness. This study examines the tensile, flexural, impact, and viscoelastic properties of BFRP composites fabricated via vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM) using varying fibre volume fractions (20%, 30%, and 40%) and fibre orientations (unidirectional and bidirectional). The results reveal that composites with 40% fibre content achieved remarkable tensile strength and modulus of 320 MPa and 18 GPa, respectively, representing a 78% increase in strength compared to 20% fibre content composites. Flexural strength peaked at 280 MPa for unidirectional configurations, highlighting their superior load-bearing capabilities. Bidirectional composites, on the other hand, demonstrated improved impact resistance, absorbing up to 20 J of energy, compared to 12 J for lower fibre content. Dynamic mechanical analysis showed a high storage modulus of 10 GPa at room temperature, with stability maintained up to 120°C. The loss modulus and damping factor (tan δ) indicated excellent energy retention and vibrational damping properties. Thermogravimetric analysis confirmed exceptional thermal resilience, with decomposition temperatures around 380°C and residual weight between 15–20% at 800°C. These findings demonstrate the potential of BFRP composites for high-performance applications in automotive, aerospace, and structural engineering, paving the way for further innovation in sustainable composite materials.

Keywords: Basalt fibre composites, mechanical properties, thermal stability, viscoelastic analysis, high-performance materials.

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K.T.Anand, K Ch Sekhar, M.Mariappan, R. Vigneswaran, A Chandrashekhar, K. Amudha, Binu Sukumar, Kirubakaran D, Ashokkumar. P. Exploring The Performance Dynamics of Basalt Fibre Reinforced Polymers: Mechanical and Viscoelastic Insights. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(02):12-22.
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K.T.Anand, K Ch Sekhar, M.Mariappan, R. Vigneswaran, A Chandrashekhar, K. Amudha, Binu Sukumar, Kirubakaran D, Ashokkumar. P. Exploring The Performance Dynamics of Basalt Fibre Reinforced Polymers: Mechanical and Viscoelastic Insights. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(02):12-22. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2025/view=195462


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Volume 13
Issue 02
Received 26/12/2024
Accepted 17/01/2025
Published 18/01/2025
Publication Time 23 Days
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