Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polypropylene Composites with High Solar Reflectance for Thermal Insulation Applications.

ABSTRACT: Reflective thermal insulation layers can offer an energy-efficient strategy for preventing temperature rises by reflecting sunlight on surfaces. Our previous study presented a novel solvent-based method to prepare porous polypropylene (PP) with high solar reflectivity. However, the stiffness and strength of the neat porous PP were insufficient for thermal insulation applications, as mechanical loads from installation and environmental factors limit the applicability of such products. This paper addresses this gap by applying our solvent-based surface modification technology to glass fiber (GF)-reinforced PP composite sheets, creating a previously unexplored system. While the enhanced modulus and strength aligned with expectations, the micro- and nano-structured porous outer layers situated

SUBMITTER: Vamos C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11820177 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature