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305 articles for “Specific strength”
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Wear Attribute of Aluminium Metal Matrix Composite Reinforced With MWCNT, Produced By FSP, On A Vertical Milling Machine
Abstract: The exceptional properties of Aluminium metal matrix composites (AMMCs) like good hardness, specific strength, enhanced wear rate made huge demand in the automobile and aerospace industries. The classical methods of manufacturing AMMCs leave problems at the interface of matrix and reinforcement segregation, like an agglomeration of reinforcements, wettability etc. To overcome this, an alternate, innovative method of fabricating aluminium matrix surface composites has been invented, which is termed friction stir …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 525–539 Read article
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Mechanical behaviour of Glass and Carbon fiber reinforced composites
Abstract: Components made with fiber reinforced composites are replacing components made with the conventional materials is due to holding superior mechanical properties and high specific strength with good corrosion resistance. These favourable attributes are not possible with a conventional monolithic material. Composites are developed with matrix and fibers as reinforcement material, the reinforcement fibers are playing a crucial role to attain a high strength property. Glass and carbon fibers are using …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 253–257 Read article
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Characterization of Polymer Based Natural Fibre Clay Nano Composites
Abstract: Research on biocomposites is gaining significant attention due to the growing emphasis on sustainable and environmentally friendly materials. Biocomposites offer a promising alternative to traditional synthetic materials, such as plastics, which have environmental concerns like non-biodegradability and pollution. Natural fibers are often more affordable than synthetic materials, potentially leading to cost-effective products. Natural coir and jute biocomposites can be used in various industries, including automotive, construction, packaging, and textiles. Coir …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 398–404 Read article
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A Brief Review on the Mechanical and Physical Properties of Abaca Fiber- Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: Recent studies have seen a surge of interest has surged in the sustainability and long-term enduring viability of composites of natural fiber-reinforced polymers. Owing to their elevated specific strength, they are often used in practical physical applications to produce lightweight components. This article reviews and studies the properties, manufacturing processes, and extraction methods of Abaca fiber. Additionally, it provides a brief overview of the preparation and properties, such as mechanical …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 622–634 Read article
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Enhancement of Mechanical Properties in Hemp Fiber-Reinforced Epoxy Composites Using Graphene Nanoplatelets
Abstract: This study investigates how incorporating graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) influences the mechanical performance of hemp fiber–reinforced epoxy composites. Hemp fibers were chemically treated by alkali treatment to improve fiber–matrix adhesion owing to their high specific strength, stiffness, renewability, and environmental friendliness. Graphene nanoplatelets were dispersed in acetone by probe sonication and added to acetone epoxy matrix at a concentration of 0.5 wt% and 1.0 wt%, respectively. Composite laminates were prepared by …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 98–109 Read article
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A Systematic Review of Advanced Composite Materials for High-Performance Spur Gear Applications
Abstract: This is a review which provides specific and detailed information regarding the fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite to replace traditional steel in high-performance spur gears with emphasis on mechanical performance, computational modeling, and experimental validation. Methods: The current literature was thoroughly investigated that includes material properties, material simulation (e.g., finite element analysis, FEA), and experimental gear testing procedures (e.g., DIN 51354, ASTM G99). Certain case studies in the aerospace and automotive …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 209–220 Read article
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Critical Review on Multifunctional Polymer Composites for Weight Reduction and AI Based Battery Thermal Management in Electric Vehicles
Abstract: The rapid growth of electric vehicles (EVs) has intensified the need for advanced materials and intelligent control systems capable of improving energy efficiency, driving range, thermal safety, and overall vehicle sustainability. This paper presents a critical review of multifunctional polymer composites and artificial intelligence-based battery thermal management systems (AI-BTMS) for next-generation EV applications. Polymer composites reinforced with carbon fibers, graphene, boron nitride, nanoclays, and carbon nanotubes offer significant advantages over …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 603–619 Read article
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Numerical and Experimental Investigation on I-type Damage Evolution in Glass Fiber Reinforced Laminates Subjected to Quasi Static Loading
Abstract: Glass fiber reinforced polymer composites has become more popular material used in aerospace and marine structural applications due to their specific strength and anti-corrosion properties. The present work discusses the numerical and experimental investigation on I-type damage evaluation in glass fiber reinforced laminates under quasi-static loading is presented. Three volume fraction of glass and resin (40/60, 50/50 and 60/40) plies were selected for both numerical and experimental damage analysis. The …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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Dry Sliding Wear Behavior of Al2O3-TiO2 Coated Ti6Al4V Alloy based on Taguchi Method
Abstract: AbstractTi6Al4V alloys are extensively used as implant material for bio-medical applications due to their high specific strength. But, their poor wear resistance results in formation of wear debris in implants and causing soreness. In this work, Al2O3-TiO2 coatings were applied to improve the wear resistance and hardness. Al2O3-TiO2 coatings are deposited on the substrate with 100, 200, 300, 400 µm thickness using detonation spray (DS). Pin on disc wear tests …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Study on GP Zones Formation in the Sc Inoculated Ternary Al-Zn-Mg Alloys
Abstract: Mostly, ternary Al-Zn-Mg (7075) alloys are used in automotive and aerospace engineering due to readily age-hardening response and high specific strength-to-density ratio. Scandium (Sc) has great inoculation effect in Al-Zn-Mg alloys. The cast Al-Zn-Mg alloys system undergoes a complex transition sequence in order to gain maximum strength. This sequence consists of solutionizing then immediate quenching in water (T4), natural ageing and artificial ageing (T6); usually, in several temperature steps to …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 53–69 Read article
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Studies on Erosion Wear Behavior of Aluminum-3 Magnesium-10 Silicon Carbide Composite
Abstract: Aluminum-based metal matrix composites (MMCs) offer potential for advanced structural applications when high specific strength and modulus as well as good elevated temperature resistance along with light weight are important. In the present work, aluminum alloy-silicon carbide composite (Al-3Mg-10SiC) is developed using the stir-casting technique and is subjected to study the wear behavior. Solid particle erosion on Al-3Mg-10SiC was conducted. Implementation of design of experiments (through Taguchi and statistical techniques) …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 39–50 Read article
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A Novel Technique for Improved Recovery of Mg-Analysis of the Microstructure and Physical Properties
Abstract: Aluminium-Magnesium alloys are used widely in industrial applications as well as for the preparation of metal matrix composite because of their low density and high specific strength. Magnesium has a low boiling point and the recovery of magnesium is poor when it is added in pure form particularly as cheaply available turnings to the liquid metal. Magnesium is added to aluminium for increasing its wettability and thus helping in uniformly …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Optimization of Consolidation Temperature and Time for Self Reinforced High-density Polyethylene Composite
Abstract: Demand for high-density polyethylene (HDPE) for industrial production of domestic and commercial commodities has made it necessary to find ways of improving its mechanical properties. A viable approach towards this is the addition of reinforcements such as glass fibers. However, glass fiber reinforced composites suffer limitations because of reduced recyclability, great weight and difficult to thermo-form. In order to improve properties such as specific strength, stiffness and thermoformability of the …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Selection of Best Natural Fibre for Retrofitting of Structure by Using AHP
Abstract: Ordinary concrete has certain characteristics such as; it is relatively strong in compression but weak in tension and tends to be brittle. To neutralize this weakness of concrete some natural reinforcement is provided to concrete and subsequent concrete is called fibre reinforced concrete. There are many types of natural fibres which are used in concrete as a reinforced material to increase the properties of concrete such as; Sisal, Coir, Hemp, …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Simulation of Three Section Multilevel Inverter with Reduced Range of Switches
Abstract: Because of high generation development, the demand and excellent of electric strength ishigher than earlier than. Furthermore, due to the advancement of semiconductor, thespecification of electricity devices and strength conversion method turn out to be stricter. Oneof the energy converters that may remodel DC to AC is called inverter. An inverter is the intermedium to transmit the electricity to other electric device such as an uninterruptibleelectricity supply, servo motor, air-conditioner …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 15–36 Read article
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Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Glass Fibre and Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer Composite
Abstract: Abstract Fiber reinforced polymer composite materials are gradually substituting traditional metallic materials because of their high specific strength and better corrosion resistance. However, the cost of the composites is still higher than the traditional materials. Different fibers are used in polymer matrix composites. Glass and carbon fiber are one of the promising reinforcements in polymer matrix composites. In this project, a comparison of mechanical properties and erosion resistance has been …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 66–74 Read article
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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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Simulation of Propeller Shaft for Composite Material
Abstract: Composites are today widely used to design the automobile components as they have outstanding specific stiffness and strength properties. Weight reduction can be primarily achieved by the introduction of better material. The conventional system uses metallic shaft, has inherent limitations like heavy weight, corrosion, flexibility problems, vibrations, which magnifies with increase in shaft diameter. Advanced composite materials offer the potential to improve propulsion shafting, by reducing weight, bearing loads, alignment …
Published in Current Trends in Signal Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 16–31 Read article
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Pelvic Floor Muscle Strengthening in Antenatal Period Among Primigravida Cases at Jorhat, Assam
Abstract: Aim: The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of pelvic floor muscle (PFM) strengthening exercises during the antenatal period among primigravida women in Jorhat, Assam, with a focus on improving pelvic floor muscle strength and its impact on pregnancy outcomes. Purpose: To assess whether pelvic floor muscle exercises (specifically Kegel exercises) can enhance PFM strength in pregnant women, using the Modified Oxford Grading Scale (MOS), and to compare these effects …
Published in International Journal of Midwifery Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Exploration of Mechanical Characteristics and Microstructural Analysis of Copper Matrix Composites with Hybrid Reinforcements via Muffle Furnace Sintering
Abstract: Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) have drawn a lot of interest in the area of innovative materials because of how widely they may be used. Due to their extraordinary qualities, such as high thermal conductivity, higher temperature endurance, improved corrosion resistance, and great weldability, copper matrix composites stand out among them. These qualities make them desirable and promising materials for uses including heat exchangers, automotive parts, and electrical components. In this …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 12, 2023 · pp. 119–126 Read article