Silane-treated glass fibre-reinforced thermoplastic composites: A review of nanofillers and fibre configurations

Muhammad Rizal, Muhammad Asyraf and Anahar, Nurul Aina and Abd Rased, Muhamad Fauzi and Abd Majid, Rohah and Sheng, Desmond Daniel Chin Vui and Ahmad, Haris Ahmad Israr and Ali, Mohd Radzi and Muhammad, Noryani and Asrofi, Mochamad and Amran, Mugahed and Al-Shami, Qahtan (2026) Silane-treated glass fibre-reinforced thermoplastic composites: A review of nanofillers and fibre configurations. Fibers and Polymers, 27. pp. 1041-1061. ISSN 1229-9197

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Abstract

Thermoset composites, commonly used in aerospace applications, offer excellent mechanical strength but face challenges related to repairability, recyclability, and limited energy absorption. As industries increasingly shift towards sustainable and damage-resistant materials, glass fibre-reinforced thermoplastics incorporating nanofillers, such as graphene, have attracted growing attention for their ability to enhance mechanical performance and durability under demanding service conditions. The main objective of this review is to evaluate and optimise glass fibre-reinforced thermoplastic composites modified with silane treatment and nanofillers through the implementation of a quasi-isotropic stacking sequence mechanism. This study reviews and analyses previous research that primarily involved the extrusion of thermoplastics with graphene nanofillers, followed by mechanical (tensile and impact) and thermal evaluations, as well as morphological assessments using scanning electron microscopy to examine the effects of fibre treatment, mesh configuration, and nanofiller dispersion. Findings from these studies reveal that the inclusion of graphene nanofillers in glass fibre-reinforced thermoplastic composites can enhance tensile strength by approximately 16%, improve impact resistance by 37–78%, and increase thermal stability by 15–20%. Overall, this review concludes that the addition of graphene significantly improves mechanical strength, thermal stability, and energy absorption, addressing performance and sustainability concerns in high-demand sectors. The insights presented also highlight potential pathways for future work aimed at refining composite composition, improving durability, and broadening industrial applications.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Glass fibre, Graphene, Quasi-static isotropic stacking mechanisms, Silane, Thermoplastic
Divisions:	Faculty Of Mechanical Technology And Engineering
Depositing User:	Sabariah Ismail
Date Deposited:	20 Jul 2026 07:10
Last Modified:	20 Jul 2026 07:10
URI:	http://eprints.utem.edu.my/id/eprint/30020
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