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192 articles for “structural and thermal analysis”
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Analysis aspects of pressure tank: A review
Abstract: This review paper presents a detailed analysis of pressure vessels, focusing on finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate structural integrity. Pressure vessels are widely used in industries such as chemical processing, power plants, and oil refineries, where they are subjected to extreme temperature and pressure conditions. Ensuring their safe and efficient operation requires a thorough understanding of stress distribution, deformation characteristics, and failure mechanisms. This study reviews existing research on …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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Kinetic Analysis of Structural Acrylic Curing by DSC: Polymerization and Phase Transition Optimization
Abstract: Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) was used to analyse the thermal properties and curing behaviour of a structural acrylic adhesive at heating rates of 5, 10, and 15 °C/min. The study focused on the curing kinetics, glass transition temperature (Tg), specific rate (k), and activation energy (Ea) of the polymerization reaction. The material is tested according to ASTM 3418 standards. Results showed that increasing the heating rate shifted the endothermic curing …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 726–733 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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Polymer Composite Phase Change Materials: Materials Design, Processing, Characterization, and Structure–Property Relationships—A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Polymer composite phase change materials (PCPCMs) have been recognized as an innovative category of multifunctional polymeric materials, which could be tuned by appropriate materials design, composite formation, and interface modification. With the incorporation of phase change materials in polymer matrix systems and functional fillers, PCPCMs show improved mechanical properties, physicochemical stability, and functionality in contrast to traditional phase change materials. With recent advances in polymer science, nanocomposites, and processing techniques, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Digital Twin-Driven Structural Health Monitoring and Energy Management of IoT-Enabled Energy-Storing Polymer Composites Using Explainable Machine Learning
Abstract: Energy storing polymer composites are widely utilized in intelligent structural systems, because of their mechanical and electrochemical properties. But, under varying thermo-mechanical and environmental conditions, it is important to have accurate degradation monitoring for real-time industrial process is challenging. In this work, an explainable machine-learning framework for structural health monitoring and adaptive energy management of polymer composites with energy storage capacity is proposed in an IoT environment with the help …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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PARAMETRIC ANALYSIS OF ENERGY SAVING IN BUILDING WALLS BY APPLYING VARIOUS INSULATION MATERIALS
Abstract: The parameters which include Present Worth Factor, the wall structure, thermal conductivity of insulation material, thickness of insulation and the heating /cooling load of building, affect the energy savings in buildings. This study focuses on parametric analysis of the energy savings for building walls by using insulations (Expended Polystyrene and Glass wool). The annual energy requirements of house have been obtained by heating Degree-Days (DD) concept. For economic analysis, the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 12, 2023 · pp. 113–118 Read article
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THERMAL ANALYSIS OF SQUARE PLATE BY USING FINITE ELEMENT METHOD
Abstract: Thermal analysis of isotropic square plate made up of various materials with thermal load application and different boundary conditions is analyzed in this research. Finite element formulation is carried out in the analysis and the FEM formulation is done in the analysis section of the ABAQUS. In this study, flat Square plate without cut-out which can be assumed as perfect plates which are made up steel, aluminium materials are analysed. …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 81–85 Read article
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THERMAL ANALYSIS OF PLATE AND BEAM BY USING FINITE ELEMENT METHOD
Abstract: Thermal analysis plate and beam made up of various materials with thermal load application and different boundary conditions are analyzed in this research. Finite element formulation is carried out in the analysis and the FEM formulation is done in the analysis section of the ABAQUS. In this study, flat Square plate without cut-out which can be assumed as perfect plates which are made up steel, aluminium materials are analysed. Finally …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 41–47 Read article
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Heat Absorption and Conversion Thermal Efficiency Analysis on Mass Concrete Embedded Water Pipes as Permanent Roof
Abstract: The solar thermal storage ability of Concrete roof structures was analysed by placing water pipes made of Galvanized pipes embedded inside the top plaster. The performance parameters such as the inlet and outlet water temperatures, ambient temperature and solar radiation has been recorded and indicates positively on embedding this system in to real time roof structures. Studies were carried out at Aluva, South West India (10.1004° N, 76.3570° E). The …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 22–27 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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Machine Learning Based Optimization of Polymer Structure Property Relationships in Composite Material Systems
Abstract: In modern engineering applications, polymer-based composite materials have garnered a lot of attention because of their lightweight nature, high strength-to-weight ratio, and changing physical features. In order to maximize the relationships between polymer structure and properties in composite materials, this study suggests a strategy based on reinforcement learning (RL). The research utilized the Polymer Composite Properties Dataset, which contains 12,700 records associated with polymer matrices, reinforcement fillers, interfacial bonding characteristics, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 242–255 Read article
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High-Performance Aluminum Matrix Composites Reinforced with Graphene Nanoplatelets a Study on Mechanical and Thermal Behaviour
Abstract: This study investigates the effect of graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) on the mechanical and thermal properties of aluminum matrix composites (AMCs) fabricated using the powder metallurgy route. Aluminum alloy Al-6061 powder was reinforced with varying GNP concentrations (0, 0.5, 1, 2, and 3 wt%), followed by uniaxial compaction and sintering. The influence of GNP content on the composite’s structural integrity, strength, and thermal behavior was thoroughly evaluated through tensile testing, hardness …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 38–49 Read article
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Nanostructure-Induced Thermoelectric Enhancement in Bi₂Te₃ Nanorods Design, Analysis, and Performance Evaluation
Abstract: Thermoelectric materials capable of efficient energy conversion near room temperature are critical for waste heat recovery applications. In this work, solution-grown Bi₂Te₃ nanorods were synthesized via a trioctylphosphine-assisted thermal decomposition route, and the influence of surfactant-induced nanostructuring on their thermoelectric properties was systematically investigated. Structural analysis using X-ray diffraction and Rietveld refinement confirmed the formation of rhombohedral Bi₂Te₃ with the emergence of Bi₂Te₃–BiTe nanocomposites at higher surfactant concentrations. Electron microscopy …
Published in International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–44 Read article
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Nanostructure-Induced Thermoelectric Enhancement in Bi2Te3 Nanorod Design, Analysis, and Performance Evaluation
Abstract: Thermoelectric materials capable of efficient energy conversion near room temperature are critical for waste heat recovery applications. In this work, solution-grown Bi2Te3 nanorods were synthesized via a trioctylphosphine-assisted thermal decomposition route, and the influence of surfactant-induced nanostructuring on their thermoelectric properties was systematically investigated. Structural analysis using X-ray diffraction and Rietveld refinement confirmed the formation of rhombohedral Bi2Te3 with the emergence of Bi2Te3–BiTe nanocomposites at higher surfactant concentrations. Electron microscopy …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 26–37 Read article
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Digitally Tunable Dual-Phase Polymer–PCM Composites for IoT-Based Adaptive Thermal Management in Smart Buildings
Abstract: This study presents the design and development of digitally tunable dual-phase polymer–phase change material (PCM) composites for advanced thermal management in smart building applications. The composite is based on a hybrid polymer matrix comprising thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) and a crosslinked polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) gel, reinforced with paraffin microencapsulated PCM and hydrated salt PCM to achieve multi-stage thermal energy storage. The polymer composite architecture enables enhanced structural integrity, high encapsulation efficiency …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 147–157 Read article
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IoT-Enabled Polymer–Gel PCM Composites for Intelligent Thermal Management in Solar Facade Applications
Abstract: The present study investigates the development of a multifunctional polymer–gel phase change composite designed for solar façade applications with integrated real-time thermal monitoring capability. A crosslinked polyvinyl alcohol–borax matrix was employed as a three-dimensional polymer scaffold to encapsulate paraffin-based phase change material, ensuring leakage-free operation and structural integrity under repeated thermal cycling. Graphite nanoplatelets were incorporated as thermally conductive nano-fillers to enhance heat transfer through the polymer composite via percolation-driven …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 99–111 Read article
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Characterization of Mechanical and Viscoelastic Properties of Ceramic Nanoparticle-Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: This study examines the mechanical and viscoelastic properties of polymer composites reinforced with ceramic nanoparticles, specifically focusing on enhancing the performance of the material through the incorporation of alumina nanoparticles. The composites were produced by embedding alumina nanoparticles into an epoxy matrix, and their properties were assessed using tensile, flexural, and dynamic mechanical analyses (DMA). The tensile tests showed a remarkable 40% increase in tensile strength and a 35% enhancement …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 71–82 Read article
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Smart Biopolymer–PCM Composite Modules with Embedded Wireless Thermal Sensing for Autonomous Energy Storage Applications
Abstract: The development of multifunctional polymer composite systems for intelligent thermal energy storage has gained significant attention due to the increasing demand for sustainable and autonomous thermal management technologies. In the present study, a wireless-integrated biopolymer–phase change material (PCM) composite module embedded with thermal feedback sensors was successfully fabricated and experimentally investigated for advanced thermal energy storage applications. Polylactic acid (PLA) was employed as the biodegradable polymer matrix, while paraffin wax …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 193–205 Read article
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Flexibility Analysis of Refinery Piping System
Abstract: Piping systems in downstream refineries and process plants experience a great thermal strain due to the difference between ambient and operating temperatures of process and utility fluid flowing through them. This thermal growth causes thermal stresses which leads to failure in piping components like flange leakage, deflection in piping, fractures at nozzle juncture and other fatal errors in piping system. Therefore, these piping structures must be flexible enough to support …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 53–59 Read article