Control of the Properties of the Interface in Organic Matrix Composites
Abstract
Many recent studies on the properties of organic matrix composites have been reported. An area of considerable interest is the properties of the matrix in the vicinity of the reinforcing fiber. Some studies assume that the matrix is homogeneous up to the fiber, and the material inhomogeneity exists as a plane surrounding the fiber. This plane of material is a true interface. The interface is associated with a single mechanical property, the interfacial bond strength. Other work has suggested that a volume of material surrounding the fiber is significantly different from the bulk matrix. This volume of material is an interphase. Drzal has suggested that the interphase is more rigid than the bulk matrix while Piggott has postulated that the interphase is softer. Organic matrix composites, Reinforcing fibers, Interfacial bond strength.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA268852
Entities
People
- John G. Williams
Organizations
- Michigan Technological University