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Shear strength comparison of single lap and joggle lap adhesive joints in carbon fiber composites manufactured via vacuum-assisted resin infusion Pratama, Mikhael Gilang Pribadi Putra; Abdurohman, Kosim; Pratomo, Rezky Agung; Hidayat, Ryan; Ramadhan, Redha Akbar; Aritonang, Rian Suari; Nurtiasto, Taufiq Satrio; Ardiansyah, Riki; Nugroho, Afid; Nuranto, Awang Rahmadi; Wandono, Fajar Ari; Targani, Dudi; Ula, Nur Mufidatul
Jurnal Polimesin Vol 22, No 5 (2024): October
Publisher : Politeknik Negeri Lhokseumawe

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30811/jpl.v22i5.5437

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The extensive utilization of composite materials has spurred the advancement of diverse joining techniques suitable for components constructed from such materials. This study focuses on the examination of two specific types of joints: single lap and joggle lap joints. The specimens utilized were composed of unidirectional carbon fiber composite combined with vinyl ester resin, manufactured via the vacuum-assisted resin infusion method. Vinyl ester adhesives were employed in the bonding process, with the joint surfaces undergoing sanding treatment prior to testing. Mechanical testing was conducted on the specimens according to ASTM D5868 standard, employing a constant crosshead speed until failure occurred. The test results reveal that the shear strength of single lap joints surpasses that of joggle lap joints. Within the single lap joint configuration, a mixed failure mode comprising both adhesive and cohesive failure is observed. Conversely, in joggle lap joints, substrate delamination is prevalent, suggesting the predominance of peel stress during loading.
Effect of Manufacturing Route and Fiber Orientation on the Mechanical Performance of Carbon Fiber Composites for Automotive Lightweight Components Abdurohman, Kosim; Adhitya, Mohammad; Istiyanto, Jos; Kurniawan, Farohaji; Habibullah, Mohammad; Agustian, Rialdi; Pratama, Mikhael Gilang Pribadi Putra; Utama, Agus Bayu; Aritonang, Rian Suari
Automotive Experiences Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Magelang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31603/ae.16310

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This study evaluates the effects of manufacturing method and fiber orientation on the mechanical performance of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites for automotive applications. Unidirectional CFRP laminates were fabricated using vacuum bagging (VB), vacuum-assisted resin infusion (VARI), and hand lay-up (HLU). Specimens with 0° and 90° fiber orientations were tested under tensile and compressive loading, while ±45° specimens were evaluated for in-plane shear response through tensile testing. Short-beam and V-notched beam tests were conducted to determine interlaminar shear and shear properties. Microstructural characterization of the manufactured laminates and fractured specimens was performed using CT-scan and SEM, supported by finite element validation. Unlike previous studies focusing on limited properties or a single manufacturing route, this work provides a comprehensive comparison of HLU, VB, and VARI CFRP laminates by integrating mechanical testing, defect analysis, fracture observations, and numerical assessment. The results show that VARI produced superior laminate compactness and the highest tensile-related properties, although this improvement did not correspond to higher interlaminar shear strength, highlighting the influence of manufacturing-induced laminate architecture. For 0° specimens, ultimate tensile strengths were 507.72 ± 52.14 MPa for HLU, 685.69 ± 62.65 MPa for VB, and 774.31 ± 58.18 MPa for VARI. At ±45°, tensile strengths were 20.85 ± 0.82, 21.20 ± 0.45, and 22.18 ± 0.81 MPa, respectively. At 90°, manufacturing method had no significant effect on tensile strength, although tensile modulus remained method-dependent. The highest 0° compressive strength was obtained by HLU at 124.8 ± 13.1 MPa, whereas VARI showed the highest 90° compressive strength at 44.60 ± 0.82 MPa. VARI exhibited lower shear and interlaminar shear strengths of 15.31 ± 1.01 and 13.68 ± 0.85 MPa, respectively, indicating that increased fiber volume fraction did not substantially improve these properties. Nevertheless, VARI achieved the highest tensile and shear moduli, reaching 39.31 ± 4.58 GPa and 1.50 ± 0.15 GPa. Microstructural observations confirmed that improved resin distribution, reduced defects, and stronger fiber–matrix bonding in VARI contributed to enhanced overall mechanical performance. These findings demonstrate that manufacturing route governs different failure mechanisms and should therefore be selected according to the dominant loading mode and required laminate properties.