The Test Methods and Standards applied to evaluate the Mechanical Properties of CFRP

Abstract

Numerous test methods have been proposed and are being used to understand the mechanical properties of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics (CFRP). In order to quantitatively compare and evaluate the performance of materials, some test methods have been established as test standards by the relevant organizations. Furthermore, the established test standards are aiming to become international standards. This review article briefly introduces the test methods and standards applied to the evaluation of the mechanical properties of CFRP, interweaving with introducing the CFRP test methods that Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has been working to standardize in the representative international standard, International Organization for Standardization (ISO).