Abstract
The biodegradable composites based on poly(L-lactic acid) (PLLA) and recycled carbon fiber (RCF) were prepared through melting extrusion. The surface-treatment of RCF with silane coupling agent enhanced the interfacial adhesion between RCF and PLLA, and thus the PLLA/RCF composites achieved a significant improvement in mechanical properties. The morphologies of fracture surfaces indicated that the RCF obtained a homogeneous dispersion in PLLA matrix due to a good interfacial interaction. The investigations on the crystallization behaviors and kinetics demonstrated that the RCF acted as a nucleation agent for the crystallization of PLLA, and the crystallization rate and the nucleation density of PLLA matrix were improved remarkably due to the heterogeneous nucleating effect of RCF in the matrix. These features may be advantageous for the enhancement of mechanical properties, heat resistance, and processability of PLLA-based materials. The PLLA-based composites made from RCF can be used as low cost biodegradable materials for many applications.
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