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Valorization of shrimp processing waste by green methodology and its application in Chitosan-PEG composite film
Abstract: Shrimp processing waste is mostly unidentified marine by product, presents considerable environmental pollution which also offers a rich but not fully exploited sources of biopolymers. The current work presents a sustainable method to convert shrimp processing waste into chitosan a biopolymer by green methodology. Isolation of chitin to chitosan from shrimp processing waste was carried through four green methodology steps i. Demineralization using citric acid ii. Deproteinization using papain iii. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Study of an Improved Quantum Particle Swarm Optimization-Based Framework for Neural Network Optimization in Modelling of Polymer Data
Abstract: The accurate forecasting of polymer viscosity at various physicochemical conditions has been quite critical due to the nonlinear interactions and interrelations between the variables. This paper suggests a better hybrid modelling framework, which involves the use of Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) and more advanced versions of Quantum Particle Swarm Optimization (QPSO) to better predict polymer viscosity. The input parameters taken are, namely, log (shear rate), polymer concentration, NaCl concentration, Ca …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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AI-Based Discovery of High-Performance Energy Storage Polymer Composites: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: The accelerating global demand for high-performance energy storage systems has stimulated significant research into advanced polymer composites as next-generation electrolytes, electrode binders, and functional membranes for batteries, supercapacitors, and photovoltaic devices. However, the vast compositional and structural design space of polymer materials presents formidable challenges for conventional trial-and-error discovery strategies, which remain slow, costly, and biased by prior expert knowledge. Machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) have emerged as …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1083–1097 Read article
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Stretchable Elastomer–PCM Composites with Bluetooth-Enabled Temperature Monitoring for Wearable Healthcare IoT Devices
Abstract: The rapid advancement of wearable healthcare technologies has created a growing demand for multifunctional polymer composites capable of simultaneously providing mechanical flexibility, thermal energy management, electrical conductivity, sensing capability, and wireless communication. In this study, a stretchable elastomer-based polymer composite integrated with a phase-change material and a Bluetooth Low Energy temperature monitoring system was developed for wearable healthcare Internet-of-Things applications. The polymer composite was fabricated using an Ecoflex silicone elastomer …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 241–257 Read article
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Dissipative Particle Dynamics Simulation Study on the Evolution of Photoinitiated Free Radical Polymerization Crosslinked Networks
Abstract: Gradient polymer materials overcome the limitations of conventional homogeneous polymers by integrating multiple distinct functionalities within a single continuous structure. Although photoinitiated free-radical polymerization offers excellent spatial and temporal control, the underlying microscopic mechanisms governing network evolution under non-uniform light fields remain poorly understood. In this study, a mesoscale dissipative particle dynamics (DPD) model was successfully developed to couple free-radical polymerization kinetics—including initiation, propagation, crosslinking, and termination—with exponential light attenuation …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 142–158 Read article
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Performance and Exergy Loss Analysis for a Single Slope Solar Still Using PMMA
Abstract: A solar still constructed using polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) represents an improved approach to solar desalination, in which conventional materials such as metal or concrete are substituted or reinforced with PMMA- based composites PMMA sheets are often used as the transparent glazing cover of the solar still instead of glass. It allows maximum solar radiation to pass into the basin, heating the saline/brackish water effectively. A tubular solar still made from …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 799–807 Read article
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Machine-Learning-Assisted Development of Polymer-Biochar Composite Adsorbents for the Removal of Heavy Metals from Gomti River Water
Abstract: Rapid urbanization, industrial discharge, and agricultural runoff pose a significant threat to freshwater sustainability and public health. Within these ecosystems, polymer pollutants—such as microplastics, nanoplastics, synthetic fibres, and additive residues—have emerged as persistent vectors capable of adsorbing and transporting toxic heavy metals. Because these polymeric contaminants dynamically interact with conventional aquatic parameters to alter pollutant mobility and ecological risk profiles, there is an urgent need to transition from passive environmental …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 72–95 Read article
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Chlorophyll-Mimicking Ti₃C₂Tₓ MXene-Conjugated Polymer Nanocomposites: Nature-Inspired Exciton Funneling Architecture for Ultrahigh Photon-to-Electron Conversion in Organic Solar Cells
Abstract: Green plant photosynthetic machinery is one of the most efficient natural systems for harvesting solar energy and converting it into useable electronic charge. Specifically, chlorophyll molecules in the Light-Harvesting Complex II (LHC-II) achieve nearly unity quantum yield via a well-organized Förster Resonance Energy Transfer (FRET) mechanism that enables excitons to migrate towards reaction centers. This study presents a bio-inspired nanocomposite architecture using two-dimensional Ti₃C₂Tₓ MXene nanosheets functionalized with chlorophyll-mimicking porphyrin …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 114–130 Read article
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Recent Advances in Hybrid Polymer–Cement Composites: Interfacial Engineering, Self-Curing Mechanisms, and Microstructural Performance
Abstract: The increasing demand for high-performance polymer-modified cementitious composites has stimulated extensive research into hybrid self-curing composite systems with engineered aggregate phases. Self-curing hybrid polymer–cement composite systems, using recycled aggregates, constitute one of the solutions proposed by researchers to overcome problems related to moisture loss during the curing process, shrinkage, cracking, and the limited amount of natural aggregate available. This critical review provides an overview of recent developments concerning the production, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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AI-Driven Inverse Design of Functionally Graded Bio-Nanocomposites for Sustainable High-Barrier Packaging
Abstract: Multilayer plastic packaging realizes high barrier performance through laminated heterogeneous structures, but the heterogeneous structure has severe end-of-life challenges caused by the interfacial incompatibility of materials and the poor recyclability. This study proposes the inverse design of functionally graded PLA-nanoclay composite films by reinforcement learning as a monolithic alternative to traditional multilayer systems. Twin-screw extrusion is designed as a continuous control Markov decision process, and proximal policy optimization (PPO) is …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1547–1564 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Polymer Composite-Based Protective Structures for Mitigating Crash-Induced Mechanical Abuse in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Abstract: The objective of this paper is to determine the effectiveness of using polymer composite protective structures to protect against the mechanical abuses associated with crash impacts that affect lithium ion batteries in terms of their structural integrity and their overall safety. In addition to their use in electric vehicles, lithium ion batteries are also being increasingly used in renewable energy based energy storage systems because they have high energy densities, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Investigation on mechanical performance of 3D printed PLA-Kraft Lignin composites
Abstract: Bio-based polymer composites are becoming more popular due to the growing need for sustainable and biodegradable materials in additive manufacturing. PLA-kraft lignin composites were created and their mechanical performance in fused deposition modeling (FDM) applications was assessed in this work. Polylactic acid (PLA) was mixed with Kraft lignin, a sustainable by-product of the paper industry, at weight percentages of 0%, 1%, 3%, 5%, and 7%. Melt blending was utilized to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1002–1015 Read article
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Enhanced Mechanical Properties of AZ31 Magnesium Alloy Composite Reinforced with Carbon Nanotubes and Nano hydroxyapatite
Abstract: Magnesium alloys represent a novel category of biodegradable materials, offering numerous advantages in addressing the limitations associated with conventional biomedical materials. Magnesium-based metallic biomaterials offer a promising solution for fixing fractures, ensuring effective treatment without the inconvenience of subsequent implant removal procedures. In the present work, AZ31 Mg-alloy was chosen as the base material. Five specimens were meticulously fabricated, each varying in weight percentages of reinforcement materials: 0wt%, 0.5wt%, 1wt%, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 206–217 Read article
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Integrate AI and IoT to Develop Sustainable Polymer Structural Materials Processing Optimization: Enabled Monitoring Strategies for Performance and Lifecycle Assessment
Abstract: The need for long-lasting structural polymer materials that are both environmentally friendly and highly mechanically effective is driving demand for these materials as the industrial sector continues to grow. Optimizing processes, saving energy, detecting faults, and monitoring structures are all hindered by conventional polymer manufacture. This study suggests an AI-IoT system for environmentally friendly production of structural polymer materials to get around these problems. Tools for evaluating system performance and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 169–192 Read article
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A Comprehensive Survey of Polymer Detection Techniques and Computer-Based Analysis Methods for Advanced Material Characterization
Abstract: Polymers are widely used in aerospace, automotive, biomedical, packaging, electronics, and manufacturing industries because of their lightweight nature, durability, and versatility. Accurate polymer identification and characterization are essential for quality control, recycling, performance assessment, and the development of advanced materials. Characterization helps determine important properties such as chemical composition, molecular structure, thermal stability, mechanical strength, and surface morphology, which influence material performance and application suitability. Traditional polymer detection methods include …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 921–929 Read article
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Evaluation and Fabrication of 3D Printed Bioactive β-TCP/PCL Scaffolds for Bone Tissue Engineering
Abstract: Bone is one of the tissue types that is transplanted the most worldwide. Each year, there are over four million procedures that incorporate the use of bone grafts or substitutes to help heal bone deficiencies. These treatments are still limited greatly, and there is always a demand to help because of trauma, cancer, infection, and arthritis. Because of this, researchers are targeting improvement in developing bioactive three-dimensional (3D) scaffolds that …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Silver Nanoparticles Loaded Polyurethane Composites for Antibacterial Medical devices
Abstract: Polyurethane (PU) polymer is widely used in biomedical application. In our study we have combined polyurethane with silver nanoparticles to develop a nanocomposite material for antibacterial medical applications. Such combination has antibacterial properties and control the toxicity too. In current research we have mixed the different sizes and types of silver nanoparticles into the polyurethane matrix. The result was their antibacterial activity, mechanical strength, and biocompatibility. The antibacterial performance of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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A Review on Integrated Acoustic Emission and Piezoelectric Sensing for Real-Time Damage Characterization of Polymer Composite-Enhanced Concrete: Advances, Challenges, and Future Perspective
Abstract: Polymer composite reinforced concrete has been identified as an efficient material system that can enhance the mechanical properties, durability, and service life of modern structures. The combination of fiber reinforced polymers (FRPs), polymer modifiers, and hybrid composite reinforcements increases structural effectiveness. However, these systems are still vulnerable to damage processes, including matrix cracking, fiber breaking, interfacial debonding, and delamination. Thus, there is a need for structural health monitoring (SHM) strategies …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 930–939 Read article
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Managed Pressure Drilling for Improved Well Control: A Cross-Case Comparative Study (2015–2025)
Abstract: Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) has matured over the past decade from a specialist technique applied to challenging wells into a mainstream drilling capability spanning ultra-HPHT exploration, deepwater development, unconventional tight-gas multi-well campaigns, and naturally fractured sour-gas reservoirs. Despite this maturation, the operational question of which MPD variant should be applied to a given well has been addressed in the literature case-by-case rather than through structured comparative synthesis. This paper presents …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 07–12 Read article
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Rheological Studies of a Cross-Linked Polymer Gel System
Abstract: The petroleum accumulations are found associated with water and it is rarely obtained without accompanying water production. Water production is a major technical, environmental, and economic challenge associated with oil and gas extraction. Rheological findings are of fundamental importance for the development, manufacture and processing of innumerable products. Polymeric gels exhibit a wide range of rheological properties and they are stable both mechanically and thermally in most cases thus are …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 13–26 Read article