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246 articles for “finite-element analysis”
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Hybrid Machine Learning and Finite Element Framework for Predicting Damage Behavior in Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composites have broad spread use in aerospace, automotive, marine and structural applications due to its high specific strength, stiffness and corrosion resistance. The various damage mechanisms such as matrix cracking, fiber breakage, delamination and interfacial failure, however, make the forecasting of damage particularly complex. In this work, a hybrid machine learning (ML) and finite element (FE) system is proposed for predicting the damage behavior of FRP …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Analysis of a Battery Pack Module for a Formula Student Car
Abstract: This research aims to evaluate the development of a high-voltage accumulator system that meets established standards of safety and operation. It examines key components, protocols, and techniques used in its creation while assessing performance in electronic cooling and structural integrity. Polymers, serving as electrical insulators and flame retarders, have found an interesting application in EV battery packs. This study focuses on polycarbonate materials' ability to withstand thermal and structural loads …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 320–339 Read article
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AI-Driven Prediction of Mechanical and Thermal Properties in Polymer-Based Functionally Graded Composites
Abstract: The proposed architecture of the current paper is an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven model of forecasting mechanical and thermal aspects of polymer-based functionally-graded composites (FGCs). Traditional micromechanical and finite element models, which are practical in homogeneous composites, might not be able to account in nonlinear interaction that is caused by compositional gradient. To overcome the challenge, machine learning (ML) models like artificial neural network (ANN), support vectors regression (SVR), and gradient-boosted …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 70–89 Read article
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Mechanical Characterization and Machinability Optimization of Stir-Cast Al6061–SiC Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: This study presents the fabrication, mechanical characterization, metallurgical analysis, and machinability optimization of Aluminum 6061 reinforced with Silicon Carbide (SiC) metal matrix composites (MMCs) at three weight fractions: 5%, 7.5%, and 10%. Composites were manufactured using the stir casting technique, followed by comprehensive mechanical testing (tensile, hardness, and impact), optical microscopy, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Machinability was assessed through turning experiments on a lathe using an L9 Taguchi orthogonal …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 833–848 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Fluid Pressure in Microchannel for Healthcare Application
Abstract: The research article study explores an innovative approach for optimizing fluid pressure within microchannels using 2D integrated microcantilevers. These microcantilevers, strategically placed within the microchannel, serve as sensitive sensors to monitor fluid pressure variations. The computational simulations illustrate the effective approach to achieving improved pressure measurement for cell separation outcomes. The integrated microcantilever can determine the fluid pressure inside the microchannel, and also determine the pressure required for the cell …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 553–565 Read article
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Group-Theoretic Symmetry Indices for Modular Building Layouts under Seismic Load Redistribution
Abstract: Symmetry in modular buildings operates simultaneously as an architectural language, a structural regularizer, and a computational design variable. This paper develops a group-theoretic framework for evaluating and optimizing plan symmetry in modular buildings subjected to seismic load redistribution. The building layout is modeled as a finite occupancy–stiffness field defined on a rectangular lattice, where each module encodes both mass and stiffness contributions. Planar reflections and quarter-turn rotations are represented as …
Published in Emerging Trends in Symmetry · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 01–07 Read article