CHA new type of epoxy resin developed by the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) could enable the recycling of composite materials used in aircraft construction without losing their essential properties. These materials, which must meet strict safety requirements, include flame-retardant, lightweight, and durable components. The innovative material consists of a sandwich structure with a honeycomb core made of aramid fiber, surrounded by layers of glass and carbon fibers. The epoxy resin used in this composite has been modified with a phosphorus-containing molecule, making it both fire-resistant and recyclable through thermal-mechanical recycling. This development addresses the issue of traditional epoxy resins being non-recyclable, which led to waste disposal problems. While the first challenge of recycling has been overcome, scaling up production remains a future hurdle.
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