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Grey Relational Analysis of Cuttlefish Bone Particles–Glass Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Composites
Abstract: This research examines the mechanical characteristics, water absorption performance, and thermal stability of epoxy composites reinforced with Cuttlefish Bone Particles (CFBP) and glass fibers. Composites were fabricated with varying CFBP contents (0%, 3%, 6%, 9%, and 12%) using an epoxy resin as the matrix material and glass fiber as the primary reinforcement. The experimental results revealed that the CFBP-0 composite (neat epoxy with glass fiber) exhibited the highest tensile strength, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 239–246 Read article
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Tensile and Flexural Strength Quantification of Basalt-Reinforced Epoxy Composites Fabricated via Vacuum-Assisted Resin Transfer Molding at Varied Fiber Volume Fractions Description
Abstract: Fiber-reinforced polymer composites have been identified to possess excellent properties that render them very suitable in the aerospace, automotive, marine and renewable energy sectors. However, for the industrially scalable vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM) process, optimization of mechanical properties of basalt epoxy composites must be achieved systematically, which means that the effect of the fiber volume fraction (VF) on the mechanical properties of the composite needs to be quantified for …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 43–57 Read article
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Exploring the Mechanical Characteristics of Three Natural Composite Materials (Kenaf, Sisal, and Banana with Almond shell, Glass, and Silicon carbide fillers): A Comparative Evaluation
Abstract: The current global demand for lightweight, long-lasting, and economically efficient materials is of unprecedented magnitude. Industry sectors including aircraft, automotive, construction, and sports are constantly adapting to fulfil these requirements. Natural composites refer to materials obtained from natural sources that utilise two or more separate components to form a material with improved characteristics. In numerous industries, natural composites offer a potential and ecologically sound alternative to synthetic materials by harnessing …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 492–502 Read article
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Structural Performance Evaluation of Circular Perforated Plates under Mechanical Loading
Abstract: Circular perforated plates are structurally critical components in aerospace, automotive, and marine sectors, where perforation-induced stress concentrations govern failure under mechanical loading. This study conducts a systematic finite element analysis of stress distribution, deformation, and interlaminar behavior in aluminum and glass-epoxy laminates ([−45/45/90/0]S and [−45/45/90/0]AS) under uniform transverse pressure with clamped-free boundary conditions. Four perforation configurations—no hole, central hole, single-series, and 25-hole grid—were evaluated using ANSYS Shell-181, verified against Kirchhoff–Love, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Polymer Composite-Enabled UAV Platform for Edge AI-Based Precision Agriculture: A System-Level Evaluation
Abstract: This study investigates the system-level role of commercially available polymer composite materials in enabling lightweight and energy-efficient unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms integrated with edge artificial intelligence for real-time agricultural monitoring. Rather than developing or experimentally characterizing new composite materials, the work evaluates fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites and epoxy-based laminates as enabling structural components whose established properties support UAV performance in precision agriculture. Their high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 218–240 Read article
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Vector Arrow Shape Microstrip Antenna for WiMAX Application
Abstract: AbstractIn this paper dual band microstrip patch antenna is presented which is used for personal communication system and wireless local area network. The two bands which ranges are 1.721-2.031 GHz with bandwidth of 16.53% and 2.964-3.202 GHz with bandwidth of 7.72%. The glass epoxy material is used as a substrate to design anticipated antenna and simulated with IE3D Zeland software. The simulation results like reflection coefficient, VSWR and smith chart …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 30–33 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Dual Band Triangular Slotted Microstrip Patch Antenna for GPS and WLAN Application
Abstract: AbstractIn this paper, design of a dual operated microstrip patch antenna is presents. The dual-operation frequencies are chosen for UMTS/GPS and WLAN bands. A microstrip square patch antenna is designed which is excited by a microstrip line feed from the bottom of the antenna. An epoxy glass FR4 material is used as a substrate in the designing of antenna. The antenna is first modified in inverted U-shaped design to operate …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Rectangular Patch Monopole Antenna with Different Shaped Multiple Slots for Triple Band Frequency Applications
Abstract: In this paper a rectangular patch microstrip antenna with different shaped multiple slots behaves as a triple band monopole antenna. It is designed for 0.96031–1.0464, 1.3766–1.5797 and 2.1629–2.3708 GHz frequency bands. A rectangular patch monopole antenna with multiple slots, i.e., hexagonal slot and rectangular slot is fabricated on the glass epoxy (FR4 lossy) of dielectric substrate with relative permittivity (εr) of 4.4, thickness of 1.6 mm, loss tangent of 0.02 …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Investigation of Square Monopole Antenna with Slotted Patch
Abstract: A novel antenna with slotted patch for L-Band applications is presented in this paper. The proposed antenna consists of a square patch with rectangular slot. By slotting of the patch the antenna shows enhancement of gain in allocated band. A rectangular slot in the patch and partial ground plane is used in this antenna to enhance return loss and bandwidth. The simulated results have shown that the designed antenna receives …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 21–25 Read article
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Comparative Study of Parabolic Leaf Spring and Different Materials
Abstract: AbstractSprings are used in automobile applications as they expand in size when loaded and regain its original shape when removed. They also absorb vibrations, shocks and loads utilizing damping, they absorb the energy in the form of potential energy. Springs’ capacity to absorb and store more strain energy makes the suspension system more comfortable. Conventional spring and parabolic springs are widely utilized springs and are currently the topic of research …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Dual Band Rectenna for Energy Harvesting and Wireless Power Transfer
Abstract: In this paper, anticipated antenna for energy harvesting has been studied with high directivity, high gain and good return loss. The simulation of the proposed antenna was carried using IE3Dsoftware. The presented antenna is fit for wireless power transfer at resonant frequency 2.7 and 4.75 GHz. The microstrip antenna design is very compact which is made of glass epoxy having dielectric constant of 4.4.Keywords: Microstrip patch antenna, return lossCite this …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Broadband Rectangular Top Shaped Slotted Antenna at 2 GHz for WLAN Application
Abstract: The present study is regarding the design of a broadband rectangular top shaped slotted microstrip antenna with linear polarization radiation. The glass epoxy dielectric material is used for substrate and single rectangular microstrip radiating patch. Rectangular antenna is designed for WLAN technology. We first analyze the characteristics of microstrip antenna and design for the high bandwidth. The results show that the proposed antenna is able to achieve a bandwidth of …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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A Neural Network Approach to Study the Bandwidth of C-Shaped Microstrip Antenna
Abstract: This paper presents the use of artificial neural network for the estimation of frequency band and bandwidth of a line feed C-Shaped Microstrip patch antenna. The results obtained by using ANNs are compared with IE3D simulation and found quite satisfactory. The designed antenna operates in the frequency range (1.735 to 1.945 GHz). The antenna is designed using glass epoxy between the ground plane and patch and simulated on the Zeland …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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A Planar Monopole Antenna for L-Band Applications
Abstract: AbstractThis paper presents a square monopole antenna for L-band application, it is designed to be used in a 879 MHz–2113 MHz frequency bands. It is printed on dielectric substrate of FR4 glass epoxy with relative permittivity (ɛr) of 4.3, thickness of 1.6 mm, a square monopole antenna (aluminium sheet) is mounted on half ground plane via a single feeding strip. Prototypes of these configurations were manufactured and measured in frequency …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Co-planar Waveguide Circular Ring Microstrip Patch Antenna for WLAN Applications
Abstract: AbstractA printed circular microstrip patch antenna with a four rectangular shape strip and co planar rectangular ground plane has been proposed. Four rectangles of dimensions 4.8mm x3mm are arranged in such a manner to achieve both the WLAN frequency band. The bandwidths of 341MHz and 414MHz are achieved having a resonant frequency of 2.37GHz and 5.45GHz respectively. This antenna is printed on the glass epoxy (FR4 lossy) of dielectric substrate …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Compact Circular Slotted Microstrip Antenna for Wireless Communication Systems
Abstract: In this paper, compact broadband microstrip patch antenna with circular slot has beendesigned for various wireless applications suitable in the ranges ofDCS1800/PCS1900/UMTS2100. The designed antenna has been printed on dielectricsubstrate glass epoxy. The Zeland IE3D software is used for the simulation. The return lossbandwidth is of 89.07% covering the frequency range of 1.02 to 2.65 GHz. The experimentalresults are in good agreement with the simulated results and have maximum radiationefficiency …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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Design and Characterization of Microstrip Patch Antenna for Wi-Max Applications
Abstract: Abstract A rectangular slot printed rectangular microstrip patch antenna which is simulated on epoxy/glass material has been proposed. The antenna bandwidth of 46.7 MHz is achieved with a lower frequency 3.475 GHz to a higher frequency 3.522 GHz achieved by taking four rectangles of dimensions 27 x 30 mm2 are arranged in such a manner to achieve the WI-MAX frequency band with a resonant frequency of 3.5 GHz, respectively. Other …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 15–18 Read article
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Compact Arrow Shape Microstrip Antenna for WiMAX Application
Abstract: Abstract In this paper, microstrip patch antenna dual band which is used for personal communication system and wireless local area network has been discussed. The two bands of ranges 1.72–2.008 GHz (15.43%) and 2.7–3.964 GHz (37.93%) are obtained. The antenna is fed by coaxial cable probe feeding technique. The microstrip patch antenna is designed on the glass epoxy substrate having dielectric constant 4.4 and simulated on the IE3D Zealand software. …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Multi Resonant Microstrip Antenna with Partial Ground for Radar Application
Abstract: In this paper, a novel structure of microstrip antenna using partial ground technique and suitable for Radar application has presented. The substrate of the proposed antenna was made of glass epoxy substrate, while radiating element and ground plane are made out of copper. The proposed novel design has high gain, directivity, good return loss and multi bands. Improvement in the design is done by increasing the electrical length and area …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Thermo–Electrical Performance Enhancement of a Lightweight Polymer–Metal Hybrid Electrostatic Precipitator Using Epoxy-Based Composite Housing for Industrial Particulate Control
Abstract: Airborne particulate emissions, particularly PM₁₀ and PM₂.₅ produced by industrial activities and combustion processes, they continue to pose a significant threat to both the environment and public health. Electrostatic precipitators (ESPs) are widely recognized for their ability to achieve high collection efficiencies; however, conventional metallic constructions often lead to increased system weight, higher fabrication costs, and long-term corrosion-related challenges. In this study, a lightweight hybrid material approach is proposed by …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 652–668 Read article