Mechanical and thermal properties of photopolymer/CB (carbon black) nanocomposite for rapid prototyping

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the mechanical properties of photopolymer/CB (carbon black) nanocomposite when applied in a visible-light rapid prototyping (RP) machine. Design/methodology/approach – The mechanical properties of the samples such as hardness and tensile strength al...

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Published in:Rapid prototyping journal 2015-04, Vol.21 (3), p.262-269
Main Authors: Chiu, Shih-Hsuan, Wicaksono, Sigit Tri, Chen, Kun-Ting, Chen, Chiu-Yen, Pong, Sheng-Hong
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Carbon black
Composite materials
Curing
Engineering
Industrial engineering, design & manufacturing
Mechanical properties
Nanocomposites
Nanostructure
Photopolymers
Rapid prototyping
Tensile strength
Thermal properties
Thermal stability
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Summary:Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the mechanical properties of photopolymer/CB (carbon black) nanocomposite when applied in a visible-light rapid prototyping (RP) machine. Design/methodology/approach – The mechanical properties of the samples such as hardness and tensile strength along with thermal stability were analyzed. The curing time behavior of the photopolymer/CB nanocomposites was tested by using a rigid-body pendulum rheometer. The shrinkage property and dimensional stability were also analyzed using the technique according to ASTM D2566 and ASTM D1204, respectively. Findings – The results showed that the prototype fabricated from pristine photopolymer tended to exhibit poor mechanical properties and low thermal stability. However, after adding the photopolymer with various concentrations of nano-CB and dispersant in appropriate composition, the photopolymer/CB nanocomposite prototype not only reduced its curing time but also enhanced its mechanical properties, thermal stability and dimensional stability. Practical implications – The presented results can be used in a visible-light RP machine. Originality/value – The mechanical and thermal properties of photopolymer are improved with nano-CB additives for a RP system.
ISSN:1355-2546
1758-7670
DOI:10.1108/RPJ-11-2011-0124