Improvement of biocomposite performance under low velocity impact test - a review

Abstract

The study of the impact energy and the composite behavior plays a vital role in the efficient design of the composite structures. Among the various categories of impact tests, it is essential to study low velocity impact tests as the damage generated due to these loads is often not visible to the naked eye. The internal damages can reduce the strength of the composites and hence the impact behavior must be addressed clearly specifically for improving its applications in transport industry. The main aim of this paper is to provide a comprehensive review of the work focusing on the assessment of biocomposites performance under low velocity impact, the different deformations and damage mechanisms, as well the ways found to improve the impact resistance.