Basalt Fiber Reinforced PC/ABS Blend 3D Printed Hybrid Composites: An Investigation on the Mechanical and Dynamic Mechanical Properties
摘要
Additive manufacturing (AM) is the latest technological advancement for producing intricate components for various applications, with a focus on fused deposition modeling (FDM) in development and manufacturing. Natural fibers in 3D printing are being explored for eco-friendly manufacturing methods. This paper provides an overview of 3D printing filaments with natural fibers, detailing the fabrication process and characterization of thermoplastic materials blended with wire filaments from natural fibers. The assessment includes mechanical properties, dimensional stability, and morphology of wire filaments. Incorporating basalt fiber (BF) in PC/ABS matrix increased tensile strength and modulus up to 10 wt%, with a subsequent decline (Tensile modulus improved by 45.65%). The specific modulus improved (41.84%) while specific tensile strength remained unaffected. BF reinforcement impacted flexural strength (19.67%) and modulus (improved by 19.2%), with analysis revealing effective coefficient and reinforcing efficiency. Optimal fiber dispersion is observed at 10 wt%, with positive fiber–matrix interaction. Water absorption and porosity percentages aligned at 10 wt% of BF in the matrix. Scanning electron microscopy and FTIR analysis examined microstructure and functional groups of the composites. The composites with 10 wt% BF showed higher storage modulus from 40 to 90 °C. Experimental results is compared with theoretical models, showing promising outcomes.