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Analyzing the Performance and the Emission Characteristics of Palladium Catalyst using different blends of Methanol Fuel and Nano Particles of Aluminium and Titanium Oxides
Abstract: The high cost and limited availability of precious metals prompted the automotive industry to explore alternative materials for improving catalytic converter performance. This research focuses on the development and optimization of catalytic converters designed to reduce exhaust emissions, ensuring compliance with market needs and regulatory standards. Specifically, it investigates the three-way catalytic converter in a four-stroke engine utilizing commonly available noble metals, particularly palladium as the catalyst. The best way …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1505–1517 Read article
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Characterisation of FSW Joints of Aluminium and Titanium Alloys: A Review
Abstract: AbstractThis paper presents a review on friction stir welding of different aluminum and titanium alloys. Aluminum alloys are most widely used in automotive, aerospace and ship building industries as high strength-to-weight ratio materials. Titanium alloys are also attractive in these fields due to their high specific strength and good corrosion resistance. In some special applications, the complementary characteristics of Ti and Al are required, such as increased strength, low weight …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Optimization of EDM Machining Characteristics of Reinforced Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites by Taguchi
Abstract: Aluminium alloys metal matrix composites (AMMC) play a vital role in various industries, such as aerospace and automobiles. This study investigates the machining characteristics of AL8079 - based composites reinforced with 15 wt. % TiB₂ and 5 wt. % MoS₂ using Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM). The machining process was optimized using the L9 orthogonal array (OA) Taguchi - based design of experiments, and input parameters were considered at three levels, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 939–951 Read article
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Wear Behavior of Al-Alloy (Al-5 Mg) in-situ Reinforced TiB2 Particulate
Abstract: A research has been carried out for replacing Al monolithic alloys by aluminium (Al) based metal matrix composites (MMCs) in many engineering applications where high wear resistance and stiffness are required. In this paper, the investigated dry sliding wear behavior of TiB2 particulate reinforced composite of Al-Alloy (Al-5 Mg) is discussed. The in-situ Al-Alloy (Al-5 Mg) 10wt% TiB2 composite material were prepared by molten flux reaction synthesis using electric melting …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Influence of the Load, Sliding Speed, and Weight Fractions on Wear of a Hybrid Aluminium Metal Matrix Composite
Abstract: The vital focus of the research is intended in examining the aspect that impact the rate of wear for a hybrid aluminium metal matrix composite. The percentages of two reinforcements that are employed, the weight, and the sliding speed are the variables taken. The procedure entails employing the vortex-stir casting process to produce the hybrid composite. Utilizing a pin-on-disc apparatus, the fabricated composite materials are evaluated in compliance with the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 13, 2023 · pp. 188–198 Read article
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Development of Aluminium Based Silicon Carbide Particulate Metal Matrix Composite for Cylinder Liner
Abstract: Cylinder liner is used in engine block to give a wear protective surface for piston and piston rings. Friction accounts for a loss of over 30% of the total vehicle power. Over half of that power loss can be attributed to the frictional loss between piston rings and cylinder bores. The best approach for improving power train efficiency is to reduce friction loss and the way for reducing the rolling …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–29 Read article
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Assessment of Operational Productivity of Worker in Composing Industry by Micro and Memo Methodology in Casting Process
Abstract: The micro and memo movement is about the technique of recording and examining the timing of primary factors of an operation. The goal is to reach the exceptional approach of performing the operation. The micro and memo action crew of approach is based totally on the notion of dividing human activity. It is divided into actions or organizations of moves in accordance to the motive for which they are made. …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Corrosion Characterization of Silicon Carbide and Fly Ash Particulates Dispersion Strengthened Aluminium 5083 Composites
Abstract: Corrosion behavior of aluminium metal matrix composites is a major study aimed at evaluating the potential of using the materials for aerospace components. Aluminium 5083 is a specific class of alloy which is known for its corrosion resistance in extreme environments and is used in aerospace components. However, the studies on effect of reinforcements such as silicon carbide and fly ash on corrosion behavior of aluminium 5083 alloy has not …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 9–21 Read article
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Structural Analysis of a Household Refrigerator by Autodesk Fusion 360
Abstract: The main objective of this paper is to analyse and discuss the stress distribution of a household refrigerator under a given load and decide whether the material of the model is suitable and feasible for household conditions or not. In this paper, static stress analysis is done on the tray of the household refrigerator. The geometric model used for analysis is created using Autodesk Fusion 360 and the analysis is …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 32–36 Read article
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Effect of WEDM Machining Parameter on the MMC: A Review
Abstract: Recent area of manufacturing is highly focus on good accuracy and a complex shapes are mechanized by the advanced machining operation. The wire electrical discharge machining (WEDM) have the ability to produce the complex shapes with having high accuracy. The WEDM is non-contact type machining operation and is used for metal materials as well as Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs), ceramics composites those have many application in vast areas such as …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Investigation on Dry Sliding Wear Behaviour of AlSi7Mg0.3/B4C/ZrO2 Hybrid Composites using Taguchi Method
Abstract: Hybrid Aluminium/Boron carbide/Zirconium oxide (AlSi7Mg0.3/B4C/ZrO2) composites were fabricated utilizing stir casting technique by varying boron carbide content (4wt.%, 8wt.% and 12wt.%) and utilizing a fixed amount (4wt.%) of zirconium oxide particles. Optical microscopy revealed that B4C and ZrO2 particulates were dispersed uniformly in AlSi7Mg0.3 matrix. Dry sliding wear experiments were carried out utilizing the pin-on-disc tribometer with various levels of applied loads, sliding speeds and weight percentage of boron carbide …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 166–177 Read article
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An overview of dissimilar metals welding by cold metal transfer technique
Abstract: Cold Metal Transfer (CMT) welding has emerged as a promising technique for joining dissimilar materials, offering enhanced weld quality and mechanical properties. This review article explores the application of CMT welding in joining different metal alloys, focusing on two significant cases: magnesium-aluminium and aluminium-stainless steel combinations. CMT welding minimizes intermetallic compound formation and produces high-strength joints in magnesium-aluminium combinations. CMT welding with a friction-surfaced aluminum coating offers strong metallurgical bonding …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 12, 2023 · pp. 167–174 Read article
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Effect of Shock Waves on the Hardness of Graphene Reinforced Aluminium Composites
Abstract: The advantageous properties of Aluminium metal components have proved their suitability in the field of aerospace industry, naval, sports, and other structural applications. Its disadvantages like high wear rate, less hardness limits its application for some special applications. Graphene is an allotropic form of carbon which exhibits high tensile strength, better co-efficient of friction and an easily derivable material from the carbon which is abundantly available in nature. Reinforcement of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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Investigation of Physical Characteristics and Machining Parameters of Improved Al-SiC MMC Using Dry EDM Process for Aerospace Industries
Abstract: Aluminium-based composite is widely used in aerospace and automobile industries because it is lighter in weight; but the trouble is that it is easily worn-out and life of the components is decreased. To overcome these problems, aluminium silicon carbide composite material has been developed with good wear-resistance, hardness and lighter weight. Silicon carbide has good mechanical properties like wear resistance, hardness, toughness and high melting point. Silicon carbide weight fractions …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 15–32 Read article
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Current status of reinforced thermal spray coatings to increase corrosion resistance of boiler tube steels
Abstract: AbstractThermal barrier coatings are one of the best techniques to protect the metal surface from erosion corrosion attach. Aluminium and nickel based alloys are extensively used as thermal barrier coated materials with various techniques such as HVOF, APS etc. The techniques for applying the coatings gain their importance in thermal spray which results to get a layer deposited without affecting the properties of substrate material. Thermal spray coatings have been …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Revealing the Effect of Swift Carbon Ion Beam on Radiation Sensitivity of Radio-frequency Magnetron Sputtered Grown Alumina Thin Films
Abstract: Regarding targeted treatment, hadron therapy is beneficial than conventional radiotherapy based on X rays/gamma rays due to characteristic energy loss profile of energetic charged particle during ion matter interaction. In this regard, dose monitoring and its precise measurement with spatial accuracy are very crucial. Thermoluminescence (TL) based thin film radiation dosimeter has the potential to serve this purpose. In hadron therapy, use of swift carbon ion beam is found to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 7, 2023 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Comparison of microstructure and wear property of Al-30Pb alloy composite fabricated by spray forming and casting processes
Abstract: The influence of spray forming of Al-Pb alloy on its micro structure and wear behavior have been investigated. Aluminium alloys with lead 30%wt prepared via two methods viz. Casting and Spray casting process. The Al-Pb alloys are potential substances for bearing mixtures owing to the fact they possess most excellent performance like low price of production, friction properties, excessive non-corrosive effect, and excessive conductivity than different aluminum bearing alloys. Microstructural …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Super Ni 718 Machinability Investigation on Electrical Discharge Machining Using Hybrid Al 7(075+178) Electrode Under Abrasive Assisted Dielectric
Abstract: As aluminum alloy is the lightest metal and has the best mechanical qualities among metal, it has proven to be a perfect choice for strututal industry, particularly in the aerospace sector.7xxx alloys from the Al alloy family are widely used in aviation constructions due to their outstanding processing, welding efficiency, great specific strength & stiffness, and high toughness. The two aluminum alloys that are most frequently used in airplane structures …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Dynamic Response Analysis of Isotropic and Orthotropic Rectangular Plates under Clamped-Free Conditions
Abstract: This study explores Theoretical and numerical tools of determining the free vibration properties of isotropic and fiber-reinforced composite rectangular plates. The effect of anisotropy of materials on the dynamic response of the plates is compared between the Aluminium plates and the glass-epoxy laminates. The model used in the study is a three-dimensional finite element model that is designed using a combination of SolidWorks and ANSYS workflow. Clamped-free boundary conditions are …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 258–274 Read article
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Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Based Design of a Brake Master Cylinder with Varied Materials
Abstract: This research article deals with the Finite Element Analysis (FEA) based design of the brake master cylinder of different materials. The brake master cylinder is considered as the most significant component in almost all passenger cars equipped with a hydraulic braking system. The brake master cylinder came under the control and safety category components and is popularly considered to be the heart of the braking system. It must be designed …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–16 Read article