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VOL. 12, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Evaluating the structural and electromagnetic performance of graphene-enhanced carbon-fiber composites for aerospace applications
Authors
Ajay Kumar Singh, Dr. Rajesh Rathore
Abstract
The escalating demand for lightweight and multifunctional materials in
aerospace engineering has catalyzed significant research toward next-generation
composite materials capable of providing both structural performance and
electromagnetic protection. Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites
are extensively utilized in aerospace structures due to their elevated
strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and fatigue durability.
However, conventional CFRP materials exhibit limitations in electrical
conductivity and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding capability, which
are critical for protecting sensitive onboard electronic systems. The
incorporation of graphene nanomaterials into carbon fiber composites has
emerged as a prospective strategy for augmenting both mechanical and
electromagnetic properties of these composite materials. This study presents a
literature-based comparative analysis evaluating the structural and
electromagnetic performance of graphene-enhanced carbon fiber composites for
aerospace applications. The analysis synthesizes findings from peer-reviewed
studies to compare conventional CFRP materials and graphene-reinforced
composites in terms of tensile strength, impact resistance, electrical
conductivity, and EMI shielding effectiveness. The findings reported in the
literature indicate that graphene incorporation significantly improves
mechanical performance through enhanced fiber–matrix interfacial bonding,
crack-arrest mechanisms, and improved stress transfer within the composite
structure. In addition, graphene nanosheets form conductive networks within the
polymer matrix, enabling effective attenuation of electromagnetic radiation
through reflection, absorption, and multiple internal scattering mechanisms.
Overall, graphene-enhanced carbon fiber composites demonstrate superior
multifunctional performance compared with conventional CFRP materials, offering
significant potential for lightweight aerospace structures requiring both
structural integrity and electromagnetic shielding capability.
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Pages:32-41
How to cite this article:
Ajay Kumar Singh, Dr. Rajesh Rathore "Evaluating the structural and electromagnetic performance of graphene-enhanced carbon-fiber composites for aerospace applications". International Journal of Research in Advanced Engineering and Technology, Vol 12, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 32-41
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