Surface characterization and adhesive bonding of toughened bismaleimide composites

• Published in: Composites. Part A, Applied science and manufacturing Vol. 27; no. 6; pp. 419 - 428
• Main Authors: Chin, Joannie W., Wightman, James P.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Oxford Elsevier Ltd 1996; Elsevier
• Subjects: adhesive-bonded joints; Application fields; Applied sciences; bismaleimide composites; durability; Exact sciences and technology; Polymer industry, paints, wood; surface pretreatment; Technology of polymers; surface pretreatment; bismaleimide composites; adhesive-bonded joints; durability; Bismaleimide resin; Adhesive joint; Durability; Pretreatment; Surface analysis; Surface treatment; Fracture toughness

The use of composite materials in structural applications requires that they be joined or fastened in some manner. The objective of this research was to obtain an improved understanding of the factors which contribute to bond strength and durability in adhesively bonded bismaleimide matrix composite...