Mechanical interfacial adhesion of carbon fibers-reinforced polarized-polypropylene matrix composites: Effects of silane coupling agents

Abstract

Thermoplastic composites are used in a variety of applications such as mass transit, automotive parts, and military structures [1-6]. Their appeal compared to conventional materials such as aluminum, steel, and thermoset composites for these applications lies in their high specific strength, corrosion resistance, superior impact resistance, high toughness, and ease of recycling [1-7].