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76 articles for “Insulation material”
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Relative Study on Design and Analysis of Iron Box using Different Materials
Abstract: In this study, a steady-state thermal analysis of the soleplate is conducted using four different materials(Aluminium, Stainless Steel, Titanium and Ceramics) using ANSYS Workbench. Also, it ensures that the design adheres to safety standards and promotes efficient energy usage while examining heat distribution. In electric irons, the soleplate is the crucial part, so an analysis is done on this part. Also, a change in design was made to increase safety. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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A Review of Electrical Conduction, Optical Sensing, and Semiconductor Device Innovations
Abstract: Electrical conduction and semiconductor device technologies form the backbone of modern electronic and sensing systems. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of conduction mechanisms across different materials, including conductors, semiconductors, and insulators, with particular emphasis on charge carrier behavior, resistivity, and energy band structures. The study highlights how variations in material properties and external conditions influence electrical performance and device efficiency. The paper further explores advancements in semiconductor devices, focusing …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Refrigeration System Performance and Energy Optimization in Food Preservation and Cold Chain Logistics
Abstract: A vital part of the food preservation sector, refrigeration guarantees the durability, security, and quality of perishable food items in the supply chain. The food cold chain, which encompasses the refrigeration systems used during storage, transportation, and distribution, is integral to maintaining food safety and minimizing waste. However, as the global demand for food increases and sustainability concerns rise, energy consumption in refrigeration systems presents a major challenge. Efficient refrigeration …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Modified Oil Bitumen with Polymer Waste for Oil Pipeline Application from Bitu
Abstract: Protection of oil refining, oil production and gas pipeline equipment from corrosion is the most important problem today. Currently, anticorrosive materials are mainly used, resistant polymer compositions, epoxy resin, bitumen and other materials for coating metal parts of these equipment. But these anticorrosive materials do not always provide metals from corrosion at the metal-antioxidant boundary and do not provide high strength of the protective layer, so these anticorrosive materials do …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 101–109 Read article
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Investigation of the Hall and Nernst-Ettingshausen Effects in Diluted Magnetic Semiconductors
Abstract: This review explores the Hall and Nernst-Ettingshausen effects in various magnetic systems, including diluted magnetic semiconductors (DMS), topological insulators, superconductors, and novel composite materials. In DMS, the interplay of ferromagnetism and magnetic impurities introduces unique transport behaviors, particularly influencing the anomalous Hall effect (AHE) and thermomagnetic phenomena. We also examine the Nernst-Ettingshausen effect (NE) in topological insulators and superconductors, revealing the influence of band topology and vortex-like excitations. Special attention …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Material-Integrated Energy Management: Role of Advanced Polymers and Composites in Smart Homes
Abstract: The article discusses the possibility of improving the performance as well as the sustainability of smart-home-based energy management systems (EMS) by applying advanced polymeric and composite materials. Smart homes today are placing greater requirements on lightweight, thermally stable, high durability, and electrically conducting compounds in such important aspects of the devices as batteries, substrate layers in solar panels, thermally resistant enclosures, and high efficiency thermal insulation on intelligent appliances. Such …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1361–1374 Read article
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Design Strategies of Polymer Composite Components for Sustainable Renewable Energy Microgrids
Abstract: Increasing power demand and variable performance requirements in renewable-energy systems motivate integrating advanced polymeric and composite materials into microgrid components to improve reliability and performance. This paper presents a design and control framework for a standalone microgrid that couples power-electronic and energy-conversion subsystems with polymer-composite–based components to enhance durability, thermal management, and electromagnetic shielding. The microgrid uses a doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) for wind generation to enable independent active …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 63–71 Read article
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A Parametric Approach for Decision Making of Low-carbon Building Envelope Design
Abstract: Buildings are major contributors of total carbon emissions than all other categories globally. to reduce these emissions by some quantity must propose the better design before construction. For that, this study proposed a different combinations of building envelope analyzed. From that the best configuration can be implemented for construction to reduce emissions from building at different stages. Through the use of e-QUEST version 3.65, a total of some wall construction …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 5, 2023 · pp. 35–43 Read article
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Enhancing Energy Efficiency of Residential Buildings by Using Phase Change Biomaterials for Adaptive Thermal Envelopes
Abstract: Phase change biomaterials represent a cutting-edge solution in sustainable building design, offering a dynamic approach to thermal regulation. Derived from natural sources such as plant oils and waxes, these materials undergo reversible phase transitions, transitioning between solid and liquid states in response to changes in temperature. This unique property enables phase change biomaterials to store and release thermal energy effectively, making them highly valuable for enhancing energy efficiency and thermal …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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A Review of Glass Fiber Reinforced Composite Materials - Advancements and Challenges
Abstract: The use of glass fiber reinforcement has transformed modern engineering by providing an exceptional balance of strength, lightweight characteristics, and adaptability. This comprehensive review synthesizes findings from over 150 scholarly articles to provide an in-depth analysis of glass fiber reinforcement across multiple sectors. The exploration covers its historical development, manufacturing processes, and diverse applications in aerospace, automotive, construction, marine, and renewable energy industries. Glass fiber’s exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 635–656 Read article
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Experimental Analysis of Nano-carbon Doped Alumina for Industrial Applications
Abstract: The use of nano-carbon metal matrix composites can provide a solution to the enduring issue of optimal material selection and optimization for getting metal-insulator transition (MIT) behavior at a particular frequency at ambient temperature. Other substances, like two-dimensional (2D) transition metal dichalcogenides (TMD), vanadium oxide (VO2), and germanium telluride (Ge-Te), have difficult challenges in achieving effectively the MIT property at a given frequency and temperature. It is also difficult to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites Read article
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Stretchable Elastomer–Phase Change Composites for Passive Thermal Management in Wearable Electronics
Abstract: Elastomer-embedded phase change material (EPCM) composites are developed as stretchable, leakage-free, and electrically insulating thermal regulation layers for wearable electronics operating under stringent skin-safety requirements. The EPCM architecture comprises microencapsulated organic phase change materials (μPCM, 30–70 wt%) uniformly dispersed within soft elastomer matrices based on PDMS or SEBS-type thermoplastic elastomers, together with low loadings (1–8 wt%) of electrically insulating hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) fillers to enhance lateral heat transport. Differential …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 30–41 Read article
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Improving the Efficiency of Solar Cabinet Dryers: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Solar cabinet dryers offer an eco-friendly and sustainable solution for drying agricultural products, utilizing solar energy to reduce moisture content. However, to match the performance of conventional drying methods, there is a need to enhance the efficiency of these systems. This research article delves into various strategies to increase the efficiency of solar cabinet dryers, including design optimization, material selection, airflow management, and operational adjustments. Key improvements such as multi-pass …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Progress and Prospects of Chromium-Based p-Type TCOs: Next-Generation Transparent Electronics
Abstract: The field of active devices has recently shown a great interest in p-type transparent conducting oxides (TCOs). In the realm of optoelectronics, a new generation known as "Invisible Electronics" began with the introduction of transparent junctional devices. In recent years, many different p-type transparent conducting oxide materials with enhanced optical and electrical properties have been produced. These p-TCOs are not stoichiometric and are doped with suitable counter-cations/anions. For p-TCOs, chromium …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Thermal and Morphological Characterization of Rice Starch–Charcoal Composites for Eco-Friendly Engineering Applications
Abstract: This work focuses on the development and evaluation of rice starch–charcoal–based composite materials to overcome the limitations of natural composites with low thermal properties. In order to examine the impact of filler concentration on thermal and structural performance, eight composite specimens were created by altering the ratios of rice starch and charcoal. TGA, DTA, AFM, SEM, and measurements of thermal conductivity and effusivity were used to thoroughly characterize the composites. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1286–1297 Read article
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Electro-chemical treatment of graphite oxide: preparation and Characterization of high quality Graphene material
Abstract: With the enlargement of flexibility and suitability in material industries, high-performance thermal management materials are demanded with high thermal conductivity and electrical insulation are growing. In recent years, graphene has received a numerous focus from science community due to its high thermal conductivity and electrical insulation. Fabrication of light weight graphene and its derivatives as graphene Oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (rGO) via facile processing method is yet a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites Read article
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Electro-chemical treatment of graphite oxide: preparation and Characterization of high quality Graphene material
Abstract: With the enlargement of flexibility and suitability in material industries, high-performance thermal management materials are demanded with high thermal conductivity and electrical insulation are growing. In recent years, graphene has received a numerous focus from science community due to its high thermal conductivity and electrical insulation. Fabrication of light weight graphene and its derivatives as graphene Oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (rGO) via facile processing method is yet a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 25–36 Read article
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Experimental analysis of wind turbine blade (HAWT) with recycled carpet waste polymer composite material
Abstract: The term "carpet" is often used interchangeably with "rug," but there is a technical distinction. Rugs are generally smaller and can be easily moved, while carpets are typically larger and cover a significant portion of the floor. Carpets are commonly used to enhance the comfort of indoor spaces, provide insulation, and contribute to the overall design and atmosphere of a room. Polymer composite materials also known as polymer matrix composites …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 259–265 Read article
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Heat Minimization in Buildings Through Hydrogel Based Paint: An Overview
Abstract: Hydrogel based paint focuses on the utilization of hydrogel which is synthesised through cross-linked polymerization reaction and is used as the main raw material for gel-based paint. This study presents the collection of works related to development and characterization of hydrogel-based paints that leverage the unique properties of hydrogels, such as high-water retention, flexibility, and biocompatibility. This work aims to study the current knowledge on hydrogel-based materials, focusing on their …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 35–49 Read article
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Chemical Modifications and Tensile Properties of Areca Leaf Sheath Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Areca leaf sheath (ALS) fiber is a promising eco-friendly material, offering a sustainable, lightweight, and cost-effective alternative for low-strength applications. Its natural biodegradability aligns well with the growing global demand for environmentally responsible materials. This review explores the transformative effects of chemical treatments, such as alkali, silane, and benzoylation, on the tensile properties of Areca leaf sheath fibers. Among these, alkali treatment consistently demonstrates the most significant improvement in tensile …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 94–106 Read article