Enhancement of thermal properties of Kevlar 29 coated by SiC and TiO2 nanoparticles and their binding energy analysis

Abstract

In the fields of military research, aerospace, and vehicle technology, the thermal stability of Kevlar fiber is critical for improving its flame resistance. In this work, the pad mangle machine was used to improve the thermal properties of Kevlar 29 in order to expand the range of applications for thermal aspects. Silicon carbide and titanium oxide nanoparticles provide thermal stability on the fiber surface through intermolecular adhesion. Here, 5 wt% and 10 wt% of nanoparticles with various mass ratios (1:1) have been chosen. Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) analysis, and X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) analysis have all been used to measure different thermal properties. The surface morphology of samples is represented by FESEM analysis, while the active organic groups are represented by FTIR analysis. The greater crystallization of epoxy and nanoparticles is linked to post-heat treatment of the material. The glass transition temperature of the coated samples shifted maximum from 559.13 °C to 580.51 °C, the end set temperature increased by 30.67 °C compared to the uncoated sample, and the residual weight changed from 29.77 percent to 4.06 percent, according to the findings (i.e., lightweight). When compared to the uncoated sample, the coated sample's enthalpy increased significantly (i.e., the samples can absorb more heat). The smaller the positive binding energy, the higher the activation energy, and hence the slower the chemical reaction, which is especially important in high-temperature applications. Finally, this research reveals a 4.5–5.2 percent increase in thermal characteristics.