The Impact of Recycling on the Fibre and the Composite Properties of Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastics

This work addresses recycling effects on carbon fibres and their composites. Developments in single fibre testing, such as the consideration of non-circular fibre shapes and direct strain measurements, are presented. The bulk moulding compound process appears to be a straightforward recycling route for end-of-life fibres and production waste. The investigations shall encourage industry do substitute virgin material with recycled fibres, supporting their pursuit of sustainable mobility.