Mathias Ziapkoff from IRDL models a bio-based composite to improve its durability

Mathias Ziapkoff, a researcher at the National Polytechnic Institute of Brittany, has developed a model to predict the damping of a bio-based composite made from epoxy and flax fibers. His work, supported by the ABES/STAR network, reveals that seawater alters mechanical properties less than distilled water, opening up prospects for chemical treatments aimed at enhancing the durability of materials.

Research on bio-based composites is rapidly expanding, and Mathias Ziapkoff's work at IRDL makes a significant contribution. By studying a composite made from epoxy and flax fibers, he examines how these materials respond to various environmental conditions, raising questions about their durability and use in different settings.

Ziapkoff observed that immersion in seawater has a less severe impact on the mechanical properties of composites than distilled water. This finding suggests that chemical agents present in seawater could limit water diffusion, paving the way for chemical treatments to improve the water resistance of composites.

The results of this research have strategic implications for the sustainable materials industry. The development of bio-based composites made from flax could meet the growing demand for eco-friendly solutions, encouraging companies to invest in research and development to overcome technical challenges related to durability.

« « Seawater has a less severe impact on mechanical properties than distilled water, which may be due to chemical agents limiting the diffusion of water into the composite, » says Mathias Ziapkoff. »

« « Ziapkoff's work illustrates the importance of accessing knowledge that can transform the sustainable materials market, » emphasizes the Lektaris team. »