1. CSIRO Materials Science and Engineering, Private Bag 33, Clayton South MDC 3169, Australia;2. CSIRO Materials Science and Engineering, PO Box 56, Highett 3190, Australia Fax: +61 3 9252 6244
Abstract:
The first reported use of two‐dimensional mesh thermoplastic fibers in an epoxy matrix for mendable composites is presented, yielding 100% restoration of GIC, failure energy, and peak loads over repeated damage‐healing cycles. SEM imaging and EDS mapping showed different surface structures between CFRPp and CFRPf and confirmed strength recoveries were attained by delivery of EMAA to the fracture plane which enabled the fractured surfaces to rebind after heating to 150 °C for 30 min.
