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Mechanical Characterization of Hemp Fiber Reinforced Polyester Composites: A Review
Abstract: AbstractThe natural fibers are bio-form of plant and animal skin. The natural fibers are abundant in quantity. They possess lightweight and high strength capabilities. The use of those fibers leads no harms in environment, are biodegradable and renewable source of energy. The paper reviews different types of natural fiber, among them hemp fiber, and recognize their mechanical and chemical characteristics. The paper investigates the composite form, which is formed using …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Investigation of Jute Mat with Waste Fish Net by Varying Matrices in Hybrid Composites
Abstract: AbstractIn this study the low cost material of multi filament waste fish net and jute fibres were incorporated as the main reinforcing materials with epoxy resin and polyester resin as the matrix in order to increase the strength of the hybrid composites. The samples were fabricated using hand layup technique. The nylon fibre of waste fish net possesses high impact strength, elasticity property and highly resistant to abrasion of chemicals …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 27–34 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of Emulsion Paint Binder from a Copolymer Composite of Dimethylol Urea/Polystyrene
Abstract: AbstractIn our desire to reduce formaldehyde emission from urea formaldehyde resin (UF), dimethylol urea (DMU) was synthesized. Liquid polystyrene (PS) obtained from waste PS material was copolymerized by blending with the DMU at varying concentrations (10–70%). Infrared spectra infers a reactive blending between DMU and PS, while some physical property tests carried out reveals reduction in moisture uptake, rigidity and further reduction in formaldehyde emission among the favorable changes in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 11–21 Read article
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Thermal Conductivity of CNT-Deposited Carbon Fiber Epoxy Matrix Composites
Abstract: AbstractWe have recently developed nanostructured coupling agents designed to couple micron scale reinforcements to the composite matrix. Scanning electron microscopy and Raman spectroscopy show evidence of carbon nanotubes deposited onto the carbon fibers. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy provides evidence of a covalent link formed between the carbon nanotubes and the sizing on the carbon fibers. Laser flash analysis shows significant enhancement in thermal conductivity of composites fabricated with these modified fibers. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 22–34 Read article
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Test Investigation on Mechanical Properties of Palmyra Bract Fiber Composite
Abstract: AbstractBiological concerns have brought about replenished enthusiasm for regular materials regarding their mechanical applications and principal examination. Recyclability and ecological security are getting to be progressively vital to the presentation of characteristic materials and items. Petroleum based items, for example, gums in thermo set plastics are poisonous and non- biodegradable. The saps and filaments utilized as a part of green composites are biodegradable when they are dumped, disintegrated by the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 33–36 Read article
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Infrared Spectroscopic Studies on Multiwalled Carbon Nanotubes Reinforced Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Composites
Abstract: AbstractFourier Transformed Infrared (FT-IR) Spectroscopic analysis is an effective technique to captures the response of the molecular motions such as stretching, bending and torsional vibrations of materials. In this study, FTIR analysis has been done on two different grades of multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) C100 and NC7000. NC7000 grade MWCNT has a higher degree of crystalinity and shows 60% higher absorbance in the wavelength range of 600-3600 cm-1. These two …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Mechanical and Tribological Characterization of CaCO3 and CaSO4 Filled CSM-E-Glass Fiber Reinforced Vinyl Ester Composites
Abstract: AbstractIn this paper, mechanical and tribological behavior of the composites under dry sliding wear of vinyl ester matrix reinforced with chopped strand mat (CSM)-E-glass fiber and fillers CaSO4 and CaCO3 sliding against smooth stainless steel counterface (Ra = 0.07 µm) using Taguchi experimental design has been presented. The effects of sliding velocity (1.57, 2.62 and 3.67 m/s), normal load (20, 40 and 60 N), filler content (0, 10 and 20 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 13–31 Read article
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Study Analysis of Nano Particle based Fiber Reinforced Plastics (FRP) Composites
Abstract: Utilization of Fiber reinforced plastics (FRP) composites for development of new and modification of already present structures has increased largely in the past few decades. Fiber Reinforced Polymer composites have many qualities like corrosion resistant, longer life time, less weight, specific stiffness and high strength, are effortlessly built, and can be custom-made to fulfill execution prerequisites [1]. Fiber Reinforced Polymer composites are ordinarily manufactured utilizing a polymer framework, for example, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Role of Filler-Polymer Interface on the Thermal Conductivity in Polymer Composites
Abstract: Polymers with high thermal conductivity are the need of modern technologies due to their robustness, cost-effective, and less corrosiveness. However, bare polymers are not good heat-conductors due to their molecular structures, and their non-metallic properties. Therefore, metallic fillers of different shape and size have been used to enhance the thermal conductivity in polymer-composites. However, there has been search of best geometrical fillers which can maximize the thermal conductivity effectively with …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 53–70 Read article
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A Review on Biodegradability of Different Synthetic Vinyl Polymer Composite Blends
Abstract: The last few decades witnessed rapid rise in usage of polymers because of their growing demands in different industries. Mostly, non-biodegradable polymers form the larger proportion and there persistent usage leads to accumulation of hazardous chemicals in the environment. Therefore, to meet the demands, biodegradable polymers, polymers need to induced, designed and further modified to reduce generation of harmful byproducts. As synthetic polymers are durable than the natural polymers emerging …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 81–96 Read article
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Effect of Curing Time on Physico-mechanical Properties on Dental Composite
Abstract: This study aim to investigate the influence of curing time on physical and mechanical properties of a dental composite cured by using LED light with intensity of 1500 mW/cm2 in the range of 440-480 nm. We prepared the glass ionomer powder by fusion of various inorganic components at high temperature and studied the influence of silica/alumina ratio keeping other inorganic salts such as Calcium fluoride (CaF2), Sodium Fluoride (NaF), Calcium …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 36–47 Read article
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Testing for Shielding and Estimation of Linear Absorption Coefficient Using Gamma Irradiation of Polymer Composites
Abstract: The polymer composites were developed for the application of shielding material in a radiation environment. To determine the linear absorption coefficient of the developed materials for neutrons; an experiment was carried out using an Am-Be neutron source of strength ~3 × 107 n/s. The composites of Epoxy polymer were filled with different three fillers; Graphite, Lead, and Boron Nitrided Nanopowder prepared with the same filler content. Transmitted neutrons were detected …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 59–68 Read article
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Static and Dynamic Analysis for Optimum PZT Positioning and Optimum Voltage in a Delaminated Smart Composite Beam
Abstract: This paper conducts a comprehensive static and dynamic analysis of a delaminated composite beam with and without a piezoelectric layer making use of the principle of minimum potential energy. A new finite element model for composite laminate with delamination defect using cohesive zone method is developed using ANSYS APDL. A lead zirconate titanate (PZT) patch is embedded over the delaminated model following the results obtained from static analysis. The work …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 13–27 Read article
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Investigation into mechanical Characterstics of laminated composite materials (PMMA and NYLON) using FDM
Abstract: The widespread embrace of 3D printing technology stems from its capacity to minimize material waste, offer versatile design options, and enable the production of intricate structures. 3D printed polymer composites reinforced with fibers (carbon, glass, nylon etc.) have been extensively used in automobile, marine, aerospace and energetic applications due to their excellent properties. Nylon fiber is light weight, resistance to damage from oil and chemicals, tough, strong and has higher …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 108–121 Read article
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Analysis of Composite Behavior of Masonry Wall and Supporting Beam
Abstract: Composite behavior of brick masonry wall and supporting beam is outlined through this topic. Masonry in filled reinforced concrete construction is most common in urban and rural areas. The composite behavior of masonry and the supporting beam is neglected in the modern structural design. In the present study, finite element analysis is used for analysis of composite action of wall and supporting beam. Materials are modeled using Macro modeling. The …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Deposition of Antimony Trioxide on the Composite Surface to Increase Its Flame Retardancy
Abstract: In the present work, the preparation method of antimony trioxide and its thermal properties were extracted, as well as identified the manufacturing method to form an insulation layer from this oxide as a thickness of the covering layer (2 mm), deposited on the composite material consisting of unsaturated polyester resin and glass fiber which acts as a paste and take for the material to the insulation and flame retardant oxide. …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Temperature Rise within the Pulp Chamber During Curing Resin based Composite By LED and QTH Light Curing Units: An In vitro Study
Abstract: The present study was undertaken to evaluate the change in temperature within the pulp space during curing of composite resins using light emitting diode (LED) and quartz tungsten halogen curing units (QTH) under varying remaining dentin thickness. 60 human mandibular molars were taken and distal root of each sample was resected and the thermocouple probe was placed in the roof of the pulp space. The root was immersed in a …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Effect of total-etch and self-etch adhesives on postoperative sensitivity in occlusal cavities restored with composite resin – An Invivo Study
Abstract: Aims and objectives: Comparison of POS with composite restorations in class I cavities placed using different adhesive systems.Methodology: This invivo study was conducted in Sri Siddhartha dental college, A total of 90 participants with class I cavities with a depth of 2-3 mm in posterior teeth were taken. The patients were selected based on consecutive sampling of 30 each. Group I- Prime and Bond NT - (Dentsply) – Total-Etch, Group …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Thermo-Fluid Characterization of Corrugated U-Tube Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchanger with Polymer Composite Tube Wall: A Combined CFD and Experimental Investigation
Abstract: Shell-and-tube heat exchangers built with metallic tubes work well thermally, but corrosion problems, extra weight, and the inability to adjust the wall’s thermal properties through material choice remain genuine engineering headaches, particularly for corrosive or weight-critical applications. Over the past few years there has been a fair amount of interest in replacing metal tubes with polymer composite alternatives, since blending thermally conductive fillers — graphite nanoplatelets, boron nitride platelets and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 859–873 Read article
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Effects of Fiber Hybridization on Tensile, Flexural, and Impact Strength of Hybrid Natural Fiber Epoxy Composites
Abstract: This study investigates the mechanical performance of epoxy composites reinforced with hemp, ramie, and flax fibers and evaluates the effect of fiber hybridization. Single-fiber composites were fabricated using hand lay-up followed by vacuum-bagging consolidation and compared with three hybrid systems: hemp–flax (HF), hemp–ramie (HR), and flax–ramie (FR). Tensile, flexural, and drop-weight impact properties were evaluated using standardized test procedures. Among the single-fiber composites, flax exhibited the highest tensile strength of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 295–305 Read article