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Epoxy-graphite-carbon fibre composites of several compositions were subjected to reciprocating sliding wear and each amount of material removed was then measured to ascertain the optimal Epoxy/graphite/carbon fibre ratio for severe wear resistance. These types of composites are very relevant for industrial bearing applications.
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This work analyses the magnitude and type of wear experienced by the titular composites and provides insight over the various physical phenomena at play. Remarkably, although graphite is a well known lubricant, this work identifies the existance of an excessive graphite content ratio, over which composite wear is increased due to weakening of the epoxy matrix.
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I had the utmost pleasure in giving my very best contribution towards developing and publishing this work. Working with all co-authors was a delightful experience as is, hopefully, providing the reader with this new insight into the complex wear behaviour of epoxy-graphite composites.
Ivan Rodrigues
Instituto Politecnico de Setubal
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This page is a summary of: Evaluation of tribological performance of carbon fibre reinforced epoxy composites loaded with graphite platelets under reciprocating linear motion, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part J Journal of Engineering Tribology, January 2019, SAGE Publications,
DOI: 10.1177/1350650119826443.
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