Microstructure and property evolution of pyrolysed epoxy-derived CFRP/SiC composites for non-structural thermal protection applications
Yudan Whulanza
Epoxy-derived carbon fiber–reinforced polymer composites are promising for lightweight high-temperature applications, yet their performance after thermal conversion strongly depends on processing conditions. This study investigates the effects of pyrolysis atmosphere (vacuum and argon) and SiC particle addition on the microstructure–property relationships of epoxy-based CFRP and CFRP/SiC laminates pyrolyzed at 800 °C. Laminates were fabricated by hand lay-up and vacuum-assisted impregnation, fol