Dual filler synergy in glass fiber-reinforced thermoplastic copolyester elastomer composites: A study on thermo-mechanical behavior

Hemanth Rajashekaraiah, Tarun Anand, Suresha Bheemappa, Mallesh Goud, Dayanand Mallappa Goudar, Subraya Krishna Bhat, Department of Mechanical Engineering, The National Institute of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIE Institute of Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering, JSS Science and Technology University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tontadarya College of Engineering, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites

Published online on February 09, 2026

Abstract

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The low mechanical strength of thermoplastic copolyester elastomer (TCE) limits their use in structural applications. To improve thermal and mechanical performance, silicon carbide (SiC), polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), and short glass fiber (SGF) were ...