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Stabilization of polyacrylonitrile-based fiber with a quasi-traveling microwave applicator.
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Scientific Reports . 8/12/2024, Vol. 14 Issue 1, p1-10. 10p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- This study introduces a novel microwave applicator and optimized processing conditions to enhance the stability of Polyacrylonitrile (PAN)-based precursor fiber (PF). The innovative microwave applicator facilitates the propagation of the electromagnetic (EM) field akin to a quasi-traveling wave, thus circumventing standing wave nodes. This ensures a uniform thermal distribution and broadens the heating zone. Utilizing this applicator, the PF undergoes thermal stabilization in a streamlined two-step process, completing in just 13 min, a significant improvement over the conventional 90-min process. This not only saves manufacturing time, promoting energy efficient manufacturing but also aligns with the global trend towards green energy and lightweight carbon fiber-reinforced polymer matrix composites, potentially catalyzing rapid economic growth. Fiber characterization through Raman spectroscopy (RS), X-ray diffraction (XRD), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and complex permittivity measurements reveals that the microwave-processed fiber meets the standard of commercial stabilization fiber (SF). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 20452322
- Volume :
- 14
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Scientific Reports
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 178969638
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-69641-8