Influence of electrospun nanofibers on the interlaminar properties of unidirectional epoxy resin/glass fiber composite laminates

Nylon 6,6 nanofibers were interleaved in the mid-plane of glass fiber/epoxy matrix composite laminates for Mode I and II fracture mechanic tests. The present study investigates the effect of the nanofibers on the laminates’ mechanical response. Results showed that Nylon 6,6 nanofibers improved specimen’s fracture mechanic behavior: the initial energy release rates G IC and G IIC increased 62% and 109%, respectively, when nanofibrous interlayer...