2 publications

• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 13 May 2026

  Multi-Objective Optimization of Polymer-Based Functionally Graded Composites for Lightweight Structures

  By D. Sai Ganesh, S.N. Padhi

  Abstract: Functionally graded composites (FGCs) improve lightweight structural performance by allowing material properties to change smoothly across a component. Polymer-based FGCs (P-FGCs), in particular, are gaining prominence in aerospace, automotive, and biomedical industries due to their excellent strength-to-weight ratio, tunability, and ease of processing. However, optimizing these materials for lightweight structural applications requires addressing conflicting design objectives, such as maximizing stiffness while minimizing weight or enhancing thermal resistance while maintaining manufacturability. …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 961–973 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 17 Apr 2026

  AI-Designed Functionally Graded Polymer Composites for Multifunctional Thin Films

  By D. Sai Ganesh, S.N. Padhi, Mamata Choudhury, K. Vikas, K. Anudeep

  Abstract: The design of multifunctional polymer composite thin films requires simultaneous optimization of mechanical, optical, barrier, and thermal properties—objectives often in conflict when using conventional homogeneous materials. This study presents an artificial intelligence-driven framework for designing functionally graded material (FGM) architectures in polymer nanocomposite thin films. We integrated machine learning with physics-based modeling to optimize compositional gradients across film thickness, achieving superior performance compared to homogeneous and discrete multilayer alternatives. A …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1026–1041 Read article →