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Wind turbine blades made of glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) are subjected to harsh conditions, including high-speed raindrop impact. The poor peel and impact resistance of the untoughened GFRP composites severely shortens the service life of the turbine blades. Enhancing GFRP toughness requires innovative approaches. Core-shell particles (CSPs) can significantly enhance the toughness of epoxy resin. However, the toughening mechanism of CSP in GFRP composites remains unclear. This study investigates the toughening mechanisms of CSPs in GFRP, focusing on surface chemical modifications to optimize interfacial interactions. Glycidyl methacrylate (GMA)-modified (GCSP) and silane-modified CSP (KCSP) were synthesized to strengthen chemical bonding with the epoxy matrix and mechanical interlocking at fiber interfaces. Results indicate that KCSP demonstrated superior performance: lap shear strength, Mode I, and Mode II critical energy release rates increased by 68%, 65.1%, and 32.2%, respectively, compared to unmodified GFRP. At 5 wt% KCSP loading, mass loss under high-pressure water impact decreased by 90%. To investigate the toughening mechanism of KCSP, molecular dynamics (MD) simulations were conducted to elucidate the mechanisms underlying the mechanical and structural properties.
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JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
ISSN: 0021-8995
Year: 2025
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JCR@2023
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