Influence of Hybrid Fiber Reinforcement on the Interfacial Bonding and Fracture Toughness of Epoxy-Based Polymer Composites Under Cyclic Loading

Year : 2025 | Volume : 13 | Special Issue 06 | Page : 799 824
    By

    Jagannath Pattar,

  • Santhosh S.,

  • L. Ganesh Babu,

  • R. Rathinam,

  • Pramod Ram Wadate,

  • Jyothishya Brahma Chari Kanneganti,

  • Ram subbiah,

  • Mohit Tiwari,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Madanapalle Institute of Technology & Science, Andhra Pradesh, India
  2. Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sri Krishna College of Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
  3. Assistant Professor (SG), Department of Robotics and Automation, Rajalakshmi Engineering College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  4. Professor, Department of Science & Humanities, Karpagam College of Engineering, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
  5. Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ajeenkya D Y Patil School of Engineering, Pune, Maharshtra, India
  6. Professor, Department of Computer Engineering, Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation, Vaddeswaram, Andhra Pradesh, India
  7. Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
  8. Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Bharati Vidyapeeth’s College of Engineering, A-4, Rohtak Road, Paschim Vihar, Delhi, India

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of hybrid fiber reinforcement on the interfacial bonding and fracture toughness of epoxy-based polymer composites under cyclic loading. Carbon, glass, and aramid fibers, both individually and in hybrid combinations, were incorporated into the epoxy matrix to evaluate their thermal, mechanical, and fatigue-resistant properties. Thermal characterization revealed distinct material behaviors, with carbon fibers exhibiting superior thermal conductivity, while glass and aramid fibers provided enhanced thermal stability. Hybrid composites demonstrated improved thermal uniformity and reduced expansion coefficients, optimizing dimensional stability. Mechanical testing showed enhanced interfacial bonding and fracture toughness in hybrid composites due to improved stress transfer and reduced delamination tendencies under cyclic loading conditions. Numerical simulations validated experimental results, highlighting the role of thermal and mechanical synergy in optimizing composite performance. These findings emphasize the potential of hybrid fiber-reinforced epoxy composites for advanced applications, particularly in aerospace and automotive industries, where lightweight materials with high thermal and mechanical reliability are critical. The study demonstrates that hybridization not only balances the inherent trade-offs of individual fibers but also introduces unique properties, making it a promising approach for tailoring composites to meet specific operational demands

Keywords: Hybrid fiber reinforcement, Epoxy-based polymer composites, Fracture toughness, Interfacial bonding, Cyclic loading, Thermal and mechanical synergy.

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Jagannath Pattar, Santhosh S., L. Ganesh Babu, R. Rathinam, Pramod Ram Wadate, Jyothishya Brahma Chari Kanneganti, Ram subbiah, Mohit Tiwari. Influence of Hybrid Fiber Reinforcement on the Interfacial Bonding and Fracture Toughness of Epoxy-Based Polymer Composites Under Cyclic Loading. Journal of Polymer & Composites. 2025; 13(06):799-824.
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Jagannath Pattar, Santhosh S., L. Ganesh Babu, R. Rathinam, Pramod Ram Wadate, Jyothishya Brahma Chari Kanneganti, Ram subbiah, Mohit Tiwari. Influence of Hybrid Fiber Reinforcement on the Interfacial Bonding and Fracture Toughness of Epoxy-Based Polymer Composites Under Cyclic Loading. Journal of Polymer & Composites. 2025; 13(06):799-824. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2025/view=226972


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Volume 13
Special Issue 06
Received 30/04/2025
Accepted 04/07/2025
Published 31/08/2025
Publication Time 123 Days
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