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108 articles for “wear strength”
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Effect of Graphite and Titanium Dioxide on Mechanical Properties and Wear Behavior of Al based HMMCs
Abstract: Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites (MMC) is beneficial in a diversity of applications of engineering, particularly due to their strength while being lightweight. The intention of this paper is to develop a Hybrid Metal Matrix Composite (HMMC) using base metal aluminium alloy which is reinforced with different wt% of Graphite and Titanium Dioxide and then study the different mechanical properties like microstructure analysis, tensile strength, hardness, and wear behavior of HMMC …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 13, 2023 · pp. 20–30 Read article
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Advances in Polymer-Based Materials for Dental Applications: A Case Study on PVC and Ceramic Coatings in Digital Mouth Mirrors
Abstract: Polymeric materials play a crucial role in modern dentistry, providing improved mechanical properties, biocompatibility, and enhanced functionality in dental instruments. These materials contribute significantly to the advancement of dental tools, ensuring durability, safety, and efficiency. This study explores the application of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), ceramic coatings, and anti-fog polymer layers in the development of a digital mouth mirror. The integration of these materials results in enhanced durability, corrosion resistance, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 244–252 Read article
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Fabrication and Analysis of Al 7075 Based Metal Matrix Composites - A Review
Abstract: Aluminium 7075 alloys are extensively used in aerospace, marine, aviation, and automotive industries due to their superior mechanical properties, high strength-to-weight ratio, and low density. However, to further enhance their performance, aluminium-7075 metal matrix composites (AMMCs) are developed by incorporating various reinforcements. This paper focuses on the influence of reinforcements on the mechanical, tribological, and corrosion behavior of AMMCs. The study examines fabrication techniques, particularly the stir casting method, which …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Fabrication and Assessment of Tribological Performance of Nickel-Graphene-MXene Hybrid Nano-composites
Abstract: As industries such as aerospace, automotive, defence, and electronics demand materials with superior wear resistance, high strength, and thermal stability, traditional metals are reaching their performance limits. Hybrid nanocomposites offer a pathway to meet these stringent requirements. In this study, novel Nickel-Graphene-MXene hybrid nanocomposites were fabricated using a powder metallurgy route, incorporating varying weight percentages (up to 2 wt.%) of MXene and 1 wt.% graphene nanosheets into a nickel matrix …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 780–798 Read article
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Improvement of Geometric Tolerances and Mechanical Properties of Aluminum Hybrid Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: In the field of metal matrix composite materials, there has been a generous thrust towards the development of electrical discharge machining (EDM). In this study, stir casted aluminum hybrid metal matrix composites were successfully machined using EDM by analyzing the input process parameters namely, pulse-on time, peak current, and gap voltage using L27 orthogonal array. The ideal conditions for various output responses such as material removal rate, circularity, and radial …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1583–1592 Read article
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Advancements In Al6061 Metal Matrix Composites: The Role of SiC, Al₂O₃, and Graphite Reinforcements in Enhancing Properties and Applications
Abstract: Al6061-based metal matrix composites (MMCs) reinforced with silicon carbide (SiC), graphite (Gr), and aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃) exhibit a unique combination of mechanical, thermal, and tribological properties, making them highly suitable for advanced engineering applications. SiC enhances hardness, wear resistance, and load-bearing capacity, while Al₂O₃ improves thermal stability and mechanical strength. Graphite provides self-lubricating properties, reduces friction, and lowers the composite's density, improving fatigue resistance. The synergy of combining these reinforcements …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 90–98 Read article
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Tribological Behaviour of PTFE based Composite Materials with Different Filler Materials: A Combine Numerical and Experimental Approach
Abstract: This study investigates the tribological behaviour of Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) composites reinforced with various fillers, utilizing the Archard wear model to analyse wear mechanisms and predict wear rates. PTFE is widely recognized for its excellent chemical resistance and low friction, but its inherent wear resistance is relatively poor. To enhance its tribological properties, fillers such as glass fibres, carbon fibres, bronze, and graphite were incorporated into the PTFE matrix. In the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 547–557 Read article
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Investigation on bi-layer knitted fabric produced using recycled polyester and banana fiber for improved moisture and thermal comfort properties
Abstract: This research investigates thermal comfort characteristics of bi-layer knitted fabrics made of banana fibers and recycled polyester (rPET). The main aim is to maximize thermal comfort of textile products by taking advantage of the distinctive characteristics of these two varieties of eco-friendly materials. Recycled polyester and banana fibers were combined to make the bi-layer knitted materials, which is produced as separate inner and outer layers to maximize performance. The features …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites Read article
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Investigation on bi-layer knitted fabric produced using recycled polyester and banana fiber for improved moisture and thermal comfort properties
Abstract: This research investigates thermal comfort characteristics of bi-layer knitted fabrics made of banana fibers and recycled polyester (rPET). The main aim is to maximize thermal comfort of textile products by taking advantage of the distinctive characteristics of these two varieties of eco-friendly materials. Recycled polyester and banana fibers were combined to make the bi-layer knitted materials, which is produced as separate inner and outer layers to maximize performance. The features …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 19–24 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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Mechanical Characterization of Prosopis Juliflora Fibre-Reinforced Epoxy Composites for Sustainable Automotive Applications
Abstract: This study investigates the potential of Prosopis juliflora (PJ) fibre as an eco-friendly, economical, and mechanically efficient reinforcement for epoxy-based polymer composites. Composite samples were produced using the compression moulding technique with epoxy-to-fibre weight ratios of 90:10, 85:15, and 80:20. Mechanical tests, including tensile, flexural, impact, and hardness evaluations, were conducted in accordance with relevant ASTM standards. The incorporation of PJ fibre resulted in significant improvements in the mechanical behaviour …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1720–1728 Read article
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Enhancing Mechanical Performance in Reinforced Hybrid Composites using Silicon Carbide and Aluminium Oxide Fillers
Abstract: Hybrid composites are becoming useful because they have better qualities than regular composites. This study examines the conventional properties of composites that utilise SiC and Al2O3 as filler components. Kevlar, S-glass, and sisal fibers at 90° and 0°, followed by additional layers of S-glass and Kevlar. To make sure that the material qualities were the same throughout, the resin and fibre layers were arranged in an alternating pattern. Mechanical testing …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 934–945 Read article
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Advanced Polymer Composites for Dental Applications: A Study on Twin Wire Tucker Mechanism
Abstract: This study explores the development of advanced polymer composites for dental applications, particularly focusing on the twin wire tucker mechanism. The study investigates the polymer chemistry underlying the mechanical properties of polymer-based dental instruments, emphasizing the stability, flexibility, and ergonomic benefits of polymer composites in orthodontic applications. The incorporation of reinforced polymers into dental instruments aims to enhance performance, durability, and patient comfort. By integrating high-strength polymers with superior biocompatibility, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Structure-Property-Process Relationships in BNNS-Modified PEEK Nanocomposites for High-Performance Applications
Abstract: This study reports the design and performance evaluation of boron nitride nanosheet (BNNS)-reinforced polyetheretherketone (PEEK) nanocomposites fabricated using melt compounding and high-temperature Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF). PEEK, a high-performance thermoplastic, was reinforced with BNNS at 0.5–5wt.% to enhance mechanical, thermal, and tribological functionalities for advanced engineering use. Composite filaments were extruded and printed using a modified Bambu Lab FFF printer. Mechanical testing revealed a peak tensile strength of 108 MPa …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 867–888 Read article
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Evaluation of microstructure properties and characterization of fracture locus of AA5083 through equal channel angular pressing techniques
Abstract: In this investigation, a commercially available aluminium alloy called AA5083 was subjected to two passes of equal channel angular pressing utilising a route B_C at room temperature for this experiment. To evaluate the effect of AA5083, the microstructure, mechanical attributes, and wear parameters of the alloy were examined both prior to and subsequent to undergoing this technique. Using an optical microscope, microstructural investigations were performed on the pressed alloy's flow …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 270–286 Read article
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Design and Reliability Analysis of Polymer Pervious Concrete Mix for Preparation of Paver Block
Abstract: Porous concrete is a specially designed kind of concrete featuring high water porosity, allowing water to readily move through the already present interconnecting vast porous structures. The present experimental study emphasized on the production of permeable concrete with a lower Portland cement and recycled aggregate aggregates building environmentally friendly permeable pavements. The literature review suggested in most of the studies the use of single size of aggregate in the pervious …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 8–23 Read article
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Enhancing Physical Properties of Unfilled SBR Rubber Compounds using Nano CaCO3 Additive
Abstract: The push for rubber compounds with improved characteristics in the rubber industry has sparked extensive research strategies for developing novel rubber compounds with improved properties like tensile strength, abrasion resistance, rolling resistance and flex properties etc., especially for the automobile industry. To intensify the processability, performance, and look of materials such as plastics, rubbers, paints, color, printing, and lubricants, additives are often employed to improve their qualities and overall value …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 40–49 Read article
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Dynamic deformation and microstructural characteristics of AA5083 under the influence of electrochemical behaviour using equal channel angular pressing
Abstract: Large-scale Equal channel angular pressing is a great engineering material that has more potential for AA5083 industrial applications. Uniaxial dynamic compressive tests across a temperature of 448 K were conducted for the ECAP technique AA5083 in order to create such a design framework. The microstructure was described using transmission electron microscopy and scanning electron microscope both before and after dynamic loading. The plastic flow behaviour of the AA5083 was described …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 95–112 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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Experimental Study on Mechanical and Tribological Characterization of Arecanut Shell Fibre Reinforced Composites with MWCNT Nanofillers
Abstract: Natural fiber-reinforced composites (NFRCs) are emerging as sustainable alternatives to conventional synthetic composites due to their eco-friendliness, cost-effectiveness, and favorable mechanical properties. This study evaluates the mechanical and tribological performance of Areca Nutshell Fiber (ANSF)-reinforced epoxy composites with multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) as nanofillers. The composites were fabricated using the vacuum bag molding technique. Tensile tests assessed strength, modulus, and elongation, while flexural tests evaluated bending resistance. Pin-on-disc tests examined …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 47–64 Read article