Hybrid Nanocomposite Material for EMI Shielding in Spacecrafts

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In this study lightweight carbon fiber and multiwalled carbon nanotubes filled hybrid nanocomposite was fabricated for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding in spacecraft. Electrical conductivity was conducted to assess the affect of MWCNT addition on composite. EMI shielding effectiveness (SE) was tested in the frequency range of 1-18 GHz. Comparison of SE was also made with AA6061-T6 sheet. Dispersion of nanotubes in the matrix was examined through microscopy. Results indicated that the conductivity was increased with increasing MWCNTs up to 0.25 wt%. Higher loading level of MWCNTs has resulted in decrease in conductivity due to agglomeration in cured samples. Hybrid nanocomposite exhibited improved SE than AA6061-T6 in 1-8 GHz frequency range. Best SE and electrical conductivity was witnessed in 0.25 wt% MWCNT sample. EMI SE in range of-20 dB to-40 dB can be easily achieved in our developed material.

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