Butadiene Styrene Research Articles

Effect of Curvature Shape on the Impact Strength of Additively Manufactured Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Parts Produced via Fused Deposition Modeling

Additive manufacturing (AM) has greatly revolutionized manufacturing due to its ability to manufacture complex shapes without the need for additional tooling. Most AM applications are based on geometries comprising curved shapes subjected to impact loads. The main focus of this study was on investigating the influence of infill density and the radius of curvature on the impact strength of parts manufactured via an FDM process. Standard geometrical specimens with varying part infill densities and radii of curvature were produced and subjected to Charpy impact tests to evaluate their impact strength. The results suggest that the impact strength increases with the increased density caused by higher amounts of material as well as by the changing cross-sectional areas of the beads. Also, the radius of curvature of the parts shows a clear inverse relationship with the impact energy absorbed by the specimens (i.e., increasing the radius decreased the impact energy of the parts) produced via an FDM process, which can be explained using the beam theory of structural mechanics. The maximum value of impact strength obtained was 287 KJ/m2, and this was achieved at the highest infill density (i.e., solid) and for the smallest radius of curvature.

Impact of solar exposure on chemical and rheological properties of hybrid polymer modified bitumen with recycled plastics

This study examines the effects of summer solar exposure in Casablanca, Morocco, on the chemical and rheological properties of virgin bitumen and hybrid Polymer-Modified Bitumen (PMB) incorporating Recycled Low-Density Polyethylene (R LDPE) and Recycled Polypropylene (R PP) with Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene (SBS) copolymer, with and without Sulphur. Hybrid PMB formulations were prepared by adding 4% SBS and other additives to base bitumen. Ultraviolet (UV) aging, rheological tests, Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) were conducted to analyze aging mechanisms and performance. Results demonstrate that hybrid PMB modified with R LDPE and R PP shows superior aging resistance compared to SBS-PMB, while the addition of Sulphur further enhances durability. These findings highlight the potential of recycled polymers and Sulphur in improving bitumen performance under solar exposure.

Influence of Selected Printing Parameters on the Mechanical Behavior of FDM-Printed ABS Specimens Using Taguchi Method

Fused deposition modelling (FDM) is the most popular additive manufacturing technique for producing prototypes in which a semi-molten thermoplastic such as acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) is extruded on a build plate in a layer wise manner from bottom to top. In FDM, the mechanical properties of a 3D-printed part are greatly affected by the build parameters such as the raster angle, extrusion temperature, layer thickness, and infill. With this, the objective of the present study is to characterize the effect of selected input build parameters on the compressive strength and impact resistance of the FDM-printed parts using orthogonal array, signal-to-noise (S/N) ratio, and analysis of variance (ANOVA). Using Taguchi’s method for the design of experiment (DOE), the optimal build parameter combinations and significant main effects were determined. Confirmation experiments were also carried out and were compared with the Taguchi-based predicted values. The experimental results are within the accepted 95% confidence interval suggesting that the optimization was successful at 5% confidence level.

Investigation of meso- and microplastics in commercially sold dried pink shrimp in Ekiti State, South West Nigeria

Microplastics (MPs) are a global problem due to their pervasiveness and possible harm to humans and other living organisms. It has been reported that a wide variety of foods, including seafood, contain microplastics. Dried pink shrimp (Penaeus notialis) popularly called ‘dried crayfish’ is a common delicacy in many Nigerian and West African local recipes. To our knowledge, this is the first study to assess the presence of meso- and microplastics in dried shrimp in Nigeria. From a survey of five popular markets in Ekiti State, South West, Nigeria—Shasha, Oja Oba, Agric Olope, Afao (Ikere), and Oja Isale (Ifaki), 15 samples of sun- and smoke-dried pink shrimp were purchased, and their meso- (5–25 mm) and microplastic (1 to < 5 mm) content was examined. Visual inspection showed that mesoplastic particles were present in all the dried shrimp types examined. A 10% KOH solution was used to digest the samples after they had been weighed. The samples were exposed to density floatation in KI solution, followed by filtration, drying, examination under a stereomicroscope, and attenuated total reflectance Fourier transform infrared (ATR-FTIR) spectrophotometer. The mean concentration of mesoplastics per 10 g of sample was 2.13 ± 0.56 for sun-dried samples and 3.20 ± 0.90 for smoke-dried samples. Microplastics had a mean concentration of 6.47 ± 1.12 in sun-dried samples and 2.87 ± 0.90 particles/10 g in smoke-dried samples. Generally, the sun-dried shrimp showed a higher prevalence of microplastics than the smoke-dried samples. The ATR-FTIR results revealed the dominance of polyethylene, PE (80%) films and fibres, followed by styrene-butadiene rubber, SBR (12%), natural latex rubber, NLR (5%), and polyvinyl alcohol, PVA (2%). Polymer hazard index (PHI) denoted that PE microplastics had a PHI score of 877.8 classifying them in the hazard category IV which is a “danger” risk. The polymers may directly enter the human body when consumed via dried shrimp and cause health implications.Graphical

System Design and Launch of a Hybrid Rocket with a Star-Fractal Swirl Fuel Grain Toward an Altitude of 15 km

To achieve low-cost and on-demand launches of microsatellites, the authors have been researching and developing a micro hybrid rocket since 2014. In 2018, a ballistic launch experiment was performed using the developed hybrid rocket, where it reached an altitude of about 6.2 km. The rocket engine had a 3D-printed solid fuel grain made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) resin in combination with a nitrous oxide oxidizer. The fuel grain port had a star-fractal swirl geometry in order to increase the surface area of the port, to promote the laminar–turbulent transition by increasing the friction resistance, and to give a swirling velocity component to the oxidizer flow. This overcame the hybrid rocket’s drawback of a low fuel regression rate; i.e., it achieved a higher fuel gas generation rate compared with a classical port geometry. In 2021, the hybrid rocket engine was scaled up, and its total impulse was increased to over 50 kNs; it reached an altitude of 15 km. In addition to the engine, other components were also improved, such as through the incorporation of lightweight structures, low-shock separation devices, a high-reliability telemetry device, and a data logger, while keeping costs low. The rocket was launched and reached an altitude of about 10.1 km, which broke the previous Japanese altitude record of 8.3 km for hybrid rockets. This presentation will report on the developed components from the viewpoint of system design and the results of the ballistic launch experiments.

Prediction of the thermal degradation–induced colour change of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene products as a function of temperature and titanium dioxide content

In this study, we examined the thermal degradation–induced colour change of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)–based titanium dioxide (TiO2)–doped products as a function of TiO2 content and temperature. Based on the time–temperature superposition (tTS) principle and the CIELAB colour space, we proposed a methodology for developing a robust model to estimate the long-term colour change of polymers doped with TiO2 at elevated temperatures. We used 800 h of measurement data to develop the model and validated the colour change predictions of the model in 1600 h. The average colour difference between the measured and modelled results at the application temperature range (below 80 °C) was <1.5, smaller than the just noticeable difference (JND) in the CIELAB colour space. We found that above a certain TiO2 content (approximately 3 wt%), the colour retention of the ABS/TiO2 specimens can no longer be improved by increasing their TiO2 content. To show the applicability of the model, we present two simple case studies predicting the colour and appearance of a polymer product under constant and variable heat loads. The proposed methodology provides an excellent tool for design, as it can be used to determine the optimum amount of TiO2. Moreover, it accelerates and simplifies the design process.

SBR elastomer response to renewable diesel blends: An experimental investigation

To investigate the impact of Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) exposure to renewable fuels during handling and storage processes, compatibility tests were conducted on three different renewable fuel mixtures: 30% biodiesel, 40% biodiesel, and 30% biodiesel + 10% hydrogenated vegetable oil. These tests involved static immersion experiments conducted at room temperature for a duration of 1000 h, following the ASTM D471 standards. Before and after the immersion tests, the physical properties and visually assessed elastomers concentrations were investigated by varying the SBR content. Additionally, the post-immersion fuel properties were examined. The results showed that mass and volume swelling increased with the SBR-to-bound sulfur ratio. Enhanced mechanical strength was observed, particularly in cases with medium SBR content, which correlated with higher carbon black concentrations. The increasingly subtle morphological appearance was also captured via SEM. After immersion, fuel characterization showed that parameters such as acid number and water content remained stable without significant alterations.

Optimized rice husk biochar as a sustainable reinforcement in emulsion-grade styrene–butadiene rubber composites

Optimized rice husk biochar as a sustainable reinforcement in emulsion-grade styrene–butadiene rubber composites

Diffusion Mechanism of Waste Crumb Rubber Composite Modified Asphalt Based on Molecular Dynamics Simulation

Waste crumb rubber composite modified asphalt (CRCMA), composed of base asphalt, waste rubber powder, and several additives (softener, activator, and cross-linking agent), has been shown to effectively improve asphalt properties. The interactions between the components in CRCMA are complex, involving molecular diffusion that significantly impacts its performance. The diffusion behavior in asphalt molecules will affect various properties of asphalt and the reasons for the different properties of asphalt can be explained by studying its diffusion mechanism. Therefore, understanding the diffusion mechanism of CRCMA is essential. The molecular dynamics simulation was employed to analyze the factors influencing the diffusion mechanism, using the diffusion coefficient as a key indicator of molecular mobility. The findings showed that the diffusion coefficient of the asphalt system decreased over time but increased with temperature. The rubber composition type also had a significant impact on diffusion, with butadiene rubber (BR) showing the highest coefficient, followed by natural rubber (NR), crumb rubber (CR), and styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR). The diffusion coefficient was the lowest and the diffusion rate was slowest after adding softeners. The diffusion coefficient increased slightly with the addition of CR, and the diffusion rate was slightly accelerated but not significantly. The diffusion coefficient increased rapidly with adding activator and the diffusion rate increased significantly. With the addition of cross-linking agent, the diffusion coefficient began to decrease and the diffusion rate became slower. The CRCMA microscopic performance tests indicated that the swelling effect of CR limits diffusion, while activators promote degradation and desulfurization of CR due to the large molecule structure getting smaller, enhancing diffusion. The S=O bond in the asphalt system was regenerated and re-crosslinked to create a mesh after adding the cross-linking agent. The small molecule structure was transformed into large one. The molecular diffusion was restricted partly and thus the diffusion rate was slowed down.

Dynamic constitutive modeling and numerical validation of composite toughened oil well cement for well cementing applications

The mechanical property of cement sheaths is a primary indicator for evaluating the quality of well cementing in oil and gas wells. With the exploration and development of complex reservoirs, higher demands are placed on the mechanical properties and the dynamic constitutive models of oil well cement (OWC). This study modified the strength model based on the original Holmquist-Johnson-Cook (HJC) constitutive model and established a dynamic constitutive model suitable for composite toughened OWC with added styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR)latex and polymer polypropylene fiber (PPF). Mechanical tests were conducted on basic and toughened OWC to determine the model parameters, including uniaxial compression, triaxial compression, brazilian splitting, and split hopkinson pressure bar (SHPB) tests. Then, the parameters of the HJC model were calibrated through numerical simulation. Finally, liquid carbon dioxide phase change blasting (LCPCB) experiments were performed to compare the failure characteristics of the two types of OWC at high strain rates, and numerical simulations were used to verify the effectiveness and accuracy of the improved HJC model parameters. The numerical simulation results of the LCPCB test indicate that the fracture patterns and fracturing effect evaluation coefficient of toughened OWC agree with the experimental results. The improved HJC model can effectively describe the dynamic mechanical behavior of toughened OWC during impact processes and provide valuable parameter references for constitutive models of OWC and theoretical support for optimizing designs of perforation completion and fracturing operations after well cementing.

Effect of sand coating and Synergetic impacts of Styrene Butadiene Rubber Latex polymer, Silica Fume and Macro Synthetic Fibers on Mechanical properties of Concrete with Electronic waste Aggregates

Effect of sand coating and Synergetic impacts of Styrene Butadiene Rubber Latex polymer, Silica Fume and Macro Synthetic Fibers on Mechanical properties of Concrete with Electronic waste Aggregates

Self-healing and mechanical properties of a designed Zn2 + ionic clusters rubber engineered cementitious composites with tight bonding

In this study, a hydrophilic Carboxylated styrene butadiene rubber/ Zinc dimethacrylate (XSBR/ZDMA) rubber with a surface rich in ionic clusters was developed and introduced into engineered cementitious composites (ECC), focusing on the effect of the interfacial bonding between aggregate-matrix on the mechanical properties of ECC. As part of this study, the hydrophilicity of rubber was evaluated by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and DSA100E tests. And the effects of matrix-aggregate bonding on the mechanical properties of ECC were assessed by uniaxial tensile tests, compared to normal rubber-ECC with the same 40 % replacement of silica sand, XSBR/ZDMA-ECC has 32.73 % higher tensile strength and 27.11 % higher ductility. In addition, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) tests were conducted on the self-healing properties of ECC at different pre-loading levels. The test results indicate a high consistency between the electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and the conclusions drawn from the second tensile experiment following self-healing, along with the digital microscope measurement of crack number and width. The results showed that the XSBR/ZDMA rubber established more chemical bonding connections with the cement matrix, resulting in finer cracks in the ECC, with a 20 % increase in the number of crack bars and a 36.8 % decrease in crack width compared to the same level of normal rubber-ECC. Moreover, under the conditions of dry and wet cycles, the fine cracks in the ECC exhibit a more effective self-healing effect. At 2 % preload, XSBR/ZDMA-ECC maintains strain hardening and high strength, exceeding normal rubber-ECC's ultimate load by 67.7 %. Characterization of ECC self-healing using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy showed a 66 % increase in real impedance values for XSBR/ZDMA-ECC and a 93.2 % increase in real impedance values for normal rubber-ECC over a 28-day self-healing age period at a 2 % preloading level, and the real impedance of XSBR/ZDMA-ECC was 56 % lower than that of normal rubber-ECC at 0 days of self-healing curing age, and the impedance value reached a flat state earlier. It is recognized in the field of ECC that aggregate-matrix interfaces are a gap in the literature, and the results of this study can contribute in some way to exploring this direction.

Effect of filler loading on the frictional, thermal and mechanical properties of ABS/boron nitride (h-BN) nanocomposites

The effect of hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) nanoparticles in acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) polymer matrix is investigated. ABS/h-BN nanocomposites were prepared with h-BN content ranging from 0.5 to 5 wt% and their frictional, thermal and mechanical properties were evaluated. XRD analysis showed that the 'd' spacing in h-BN stacks increased in the ABS nanocomposite due to the interpenetration of ABS polymer chains. The tensile properties and thermal stability of ABS matrix showed better improvement with 0.5 wt% addition of h-BN nanoparticles. The tensile fracture mechanism in ABS/h-BN nanocomposites was predicted using tensile fracture surface analysis. Coats-Redfern approach was applied to support the thermal stability analysis results. Significant enhancement (28 %) in frictional property of ABS was observed in the nanocomposite with h-BN. Wettability and flame retardancy of the ABS/h-BN nanocomposites were also investigated.

Design and development of wire-mesh packed bed liquid desiccant dehumidifier to reduce pressure-drop and carryover

In response to the high air-pressure drop and desiccant carryover experienced in liquid desiccant-packed bed dehumidifiers, which adversely affect the room environment and system economics, this study explored various modified wire-mesh packed bed designs. It experimentally evaluated dehumidification efficiency, and thermal performance across different corrugated wire-mesh packings, introducing a new design for cost-effective moisture removal while reducing pressure drop and desiccant carryover. Three specially designed packings (P-1, P-2, and P-3) were tested against standard commercial options like Celdek (7090, 6090, 5090) and Mellapak 250Y, focusing on optimizing performance. At a constant optimal concentration of the desiccant solution, the effects of airflow rates (ma), solution flow rates (ms), and solution temperatures (Ts) on the performance of the system was analyzed. The findings indicated that P-1 performed better than others, particularly in terms of condensation rate (CR) and moisture effectiveness (εm). Specifically, it outperformed the acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) (benchmark) packing by 22.1 % and 8 % respectively at a solution concentration of 40 wt% and ma of 0.025 kg/s under ambient conditions of nearly 0.02921 kg/kg specific humidity and 31 °C temperature. Increasing the void fraction led to a reduction in air pressure drop while enhancing the wettability, and dehumidification efficiency. The packing, P-1, made of stainless steel (SS340) with 0.3 cm mesh was finally proposed to obtain better performance for dehumidification applications in buildings. Additionally, its potential to reduce air-pressure drop and desiccant carry-over can provide improved energy efficiency and enhanced air quality, making it a practical choice for sustainable building cooling solutions.

Shock Response of Sandwich Panels with Additively Manufactured Polymer Gyroid Lattice Cores

This work evaluates the shock response of sandwich structures with gyroid lattice cores made from Polylactic Acid (PLA), Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), and Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) using shock tube experiments coupled with high-speed photography and digital image correlation (DIC). The study found that gyroid lattice structures exhibit high energy absorption capacity and good structural integrity under shock loading, making them suitable for high strength-to-weight ratio and energy absorption applications in aerospace and defense industries. The sandwich panel with a TPU-core structure exhibited the highest deformation under shock loading, with a maximum deflection of approximately 6mm, followed by ABS at 0.9mm and PLA at 0.82mm. Under shock loading, the sandwich panel with TPU gyroid core exhibited the highest specific deformation energy (0.146J/g), which is consistent with its flexibility, though it remained in the same general order as ABS (0.104J/g) and PLA (0.070J/g). Interestingly, the specific total energy of the TPU gyroid core sandwich, while the lowest at 39.310J/g, was still relatively close to ABS (54.098J/g) and PLA (52.620J/g), despite the substantial difference in inherent stiffness of TPU compared to ABS and PLA. This suggests that while TPU's stiffness is much lower compared to PLA and ABS, its total energy absorption capability in gyroid form is not as drastically reduced, indicating the importance of geometry and mass distribution within the gyroid structure. Overall, the results of this study highlight the importance of careful design and optimization of these structures to utilize their unique properties fully.

Effects of moisture contents, fracture modes, and temperatures on fracture toughness and crack distribution of asphalt concrete at low-temperature

Low-temperature cracking of asphalt pavements is a major issue in highway construction. The deterioration of fracture resistance in asphalt pavements is accelerated by traffic loads when water infiltrates the cracks. However, previous studies have largely overlooked the effects of moisture content on the low-temperature cracking behaviour of asphalt concrete, particularly under different fracture modes. To address this gap, we investigated the fracture toughness and crack distribution of asphalt concrete using semicircular bending tests under five low-temperature conditions (-10 °C, -5 °C, 0 °C, 5 °C, and 10 °C), five moisture contents (0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100%), three fracture modes (mode I, mode II, and mixed mode I&II), and two types of asphalt binders (base asphalt binder and styrene–butadiene–styrene modified asphalt binder).

Investigation of flow characteristics of various-aspect-ratio rectangular nozzles with an aft deck

This study presents an experimental and numerical investigation to characterize the plume pattern of a high-aspect-ratio rectangular convergent/divergent nozzle with an aft deck in under-expanded conditions. The function of an aft deck is to shield the infrared signal of an exhaust plume at its strongest intensity located at the immediate downstream region of the nozzle exit. However, this practice may cause undesirable plume deflection, which needs to be reduced as much as possible. The nozzle pressure ratios ranged from 2 to 4, and the effect of the nozzle exit aspect ratio was examined using wall static pressure measurements and schlieren visualization for cold flows. The experimental setup involved a 3D-printed aft deck nozzle made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene material, which underwent surface smoothing using acetone vapor. Numerical simulations were conducted using the commercial STARCCM+ software to analyze static pressure ratio variations at the aft deck. The investigation revealed that a nozzle pressure ratio of 3 induced a downward plume deflection at aspect ratio values of 6.77 and 7.54, while an increased aspect ratio of 8.35 resulted in the horizontal ejection of the plume. Moreover, at an aspect ratio of 8.35, the plume was ejected horizontally for nozzle pressure ratios ranging from 2 to 4. At a nozzle pressure ratio of 4, the flow separated from the deck without reattaching, and the plume moved horizontally with minimal deflection. The findings suggest that a combination of a high aspect ratio and sufficiently high nozzle pressure ratio can effectively reduce plume deflection.

Rejuvenation performance and mechanism of aged SBS modified asphalt rejuvenated by bio-oil based rejuvenators

To further understand the performance and mechanism of bio-oil based rejuvenators during hot recycling with high-content reclaimed styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS) modified asphalt pavement (RAP-SBS), three kinds of bio-oil based rejuvenators (R1: waste edible oil (WEO), R2: WEO and SBS compound, R3: WEO and reactive agent compound) with different dosages (4 %, 8 %, and 12 %) were used to prepare rejuvenated SBS modified asphalt in this study. Dynamic shear rheometer (DSR) and bending beam rheometer (BBR) were used to study the rheological performances at high, medium, and low temperatures. Fluorescence microscopy (FM) and Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy were utilized to reveal the rejuvenation mechanisms. The results show that R1 mitigates the agglomeration of aged SBS, and its rejuvenated asphalts have inferior permanent deformation resistance and superior elastic recovery ability but insufficient stress relaxation at extremely low temperatures. R2 can supplement the SBS phase while the ability to repair the network structure is limited, and the permanent deformation resistance of its rejuvenated asphalts is the best. R3 can effectively restore the network structure through chemical reactions. Its rejuvenated asphalts exhibit the best resistance to fatigue cracking. Also, they can significantly improve the speed of viscoelastic flow to release shrinkage stress at low temperatures. Based on the rheological performances of rejuvenated asphalts, utilizing the Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) analysis, the recommended dosages are R2 at 12 %, and R3 at 8 %.

Evaluating the dynamic response and phase angle behavior of SBS-modified asphalt mixtures for enhanced pavement performance

Bitumen exhibits viscoelastic properties, showcasing both viscous and elastic behaviors, which are characterized by the phase angle and dynamic modulus. Issues like early fatigue fractures, rutting, and permanent deformations in bituminous asphalt pavements arise due to moisture susceptibility, high-temperature deformation, low-temperature cracking, and overloading. These distresses result in potholes, alligator cracks, and specific deformations that lead to early pavement failure, increasing rehabilitation and maintenance costs. To address these issues, this study examines the dynamic modulus and phase angle behavior of Styrene Butadiene Styrene (SBS) modified and unmodified asphalt mixtures. SBS was incorporated in various proportions, ranging from 2 to 7% by the weight of bitumen. The asphalt mixture performance tester (AMPT) was utilized to measure the dynamic modulus at temperatures of 4.4, 21.1, 37.8, and 54.4 °C, and frequencies of 0.1, 0.5, 1, 5, 10, and 25 Hz. The study found significant correlations between dynamic modulus, temperature, loading frequency, and SBS content. Additionally, Multi Expression Programming (MEPX) and regression modeling were employed to estimate the dynamic modulus of SBS-modified HMA. Results indicated that increasing SBS content up to 7% decreased penetration and ductility values by up to 46% and 56%, respectively, while raising the softening point by 63% due to increased stiffness. The blend with 6% SBS by weight of bitumen exhibited superior performance compared to other mixtures. Phase angle initially increased with rising temperature, peaking at 37.8 °C at lower frequencies, and continued to increase at higher frequencies. Isothermal and isochronal plots showed that the 0% SBS mix had a higher phase angle due to increased bitumen content. Overall, the HMA mix with 6% SBS provided the best outcomes.

Enhancing friction with additively manufactured surface‐textured polymer composites

AbstractIncreasing rubber's friction on slippery surfaces provides protection against falls; however, surface‐textured composites, despite their potential, remain susceptible to wear. To address this issue, part of our team previously patented a surface‐textured composite made from thermoplastic polymers and microfibers. This study investigates the impact of manufacturing processes and 2D filler, which are known for their hydrophobicity and large surface area. It enhances our patented composite by integrating 2D graphene nanoplatelets (GNP), hexagonal boron nitride (hBN), and fillers like styrene‐butadiene‐styrene (SEBS), and silica, while comparing the properties of composites fabricated via injection molding (IM) and fused filament fabrication (FFF). The results demonstrate that 2D fillers enhance both abrasion resistance and ice friction, while FFF‐fabricated composites consistently exhibit superior properties across all compositions. Notably, hBN‐reinforced samples exhibited hierarchical surface texturing, leading to enhanced abrasion resistance (FFF: 146.63% ± 3.39%; IM: 133.83% ± 6.8%; p = 0.036), and effective ice traction (FFF: 0.58 ± 0.04; IM: 0.54 ± 0.06; p = 0.043). These outperformed ice‐traction properties of all other FFF‐fabricated composites, including a previously patented composite (0.52 ± 0.05) as well as composites with GNP (0.53 ± 0.02), SEBS (0.42 ± 0.05), and hBN + SEBS (0.45 ± 0.02). Additionally, the patented composite produced via FFF exhibited moderate oil traction (0.121 ± 0.001), outperforming others. This study highlights the potential of FFF and 2D fillers to enhance traction and durability in composites.Highlights Surface‐textured composite introduced via additive manufacturing. Abrasion resistance and friction analysis on icy and oily conditions. Reveals the potential for new composite to improve traction and longevity. Highlights the importance of controlled fiber distribution and orientation.