Incorporation of carbon-based nanoparticles into epoxy adhesives: Enhancing mechanical properties through plasma functionalization and morphology analysis

Elton José Sehnem, Luis Guilherme Silva Rosa, Luis César Fontana, Ricardo De Medeiros, Daniela Becker, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Center of Technological Sciences, Santa Catarina State University, Department of Physical, Center of Technological Sciences, Santa Catarina State University

Journal of Composite Materials

Published online on August 28, 2025

Abstract

Journal of Composite Materials, Volume 60, Issue 10, Page 925-939, May 2026.
The incorporation of carbon-based nanoparticles into epoxy adhesives is a promising strategy to enhance the mechanical properties of adhesive joints, improving their reliability and competitiveness compared to traditional mechanically fastened joints. ...