Ablation and compression properties of reusable needle-punched carbon/carbon composites soaked in seawater: Experimental investigation

Meng Han, Xingyu Zhang, Yaozu Pan, Jin Sun, Xiujing Han, Chuwei Zhou, School of Low-Altitude Technology, Jiangsu University, PR China, School of Mechanical Engineering, Jiangnan University, PR China, State Key Laboratory of Mechanics and Control for Mechanical Structures, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, PR China

Journal of Composite Materials

Published online on August 14, 2026

Abstract

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Needle-punched carbon/carbon (NP C/C) composites are widely used in rocket-engine nozzles and re-entry vehicles for their high strength, low weight, and thermal stability. Due to cost considerations and strategic defense requirements, the launch and ...