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Mechanical and Tribological Performance of Epoxy Composites Reinforced with YSZ Waste Ceramics for Sustainable Green Engineering Applications

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The growing need for sustainable materials in engineering applications has led to increased interest in the use of waste-derived ceramics as reinforcing fillers in polymer composites. This study investigates the mechanical and tribological performance of epoxy composites reinforced with Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ) waste ceramics, focusing on the effects of varying ceramic content (0–40 wt.%). The results demonstrate that while the tensile strength decreases with increasing ceramic content, the wear resistance and surface hardness improve, particularly at 20 wt.% YSZ. These findings are highly relevant for industries such as automotive, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing, where the demand for eco-friendly, high-performance materials is growing. This work aligns with the journal’s focus on sustainable engineering by offering new insights into the practical application of waste materials in high-performance composite systems.

Source: Processes

DOI: 10.3390/pr12112609

Authors: Talal Alsaeed, Ayedh Eid Alajmi, Jasem Ghanem Alotaibi, Voravich Ganthavee, Belal F. Yousif

Institutions: Public Authority for Applied Education and Training, University of Southern Queensland

Language: English

Topic: Tribology and Wear Analysis

Subfield: Mechanics of Materials

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,728