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171 articles for “phase composition”
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Characterization and Performance of a Multiphase Lignocellulosic-Polymeric Composite Growth Media in an IoT-Automated NFT Hydroponic System
Abstract: Hydroponics utilizing the Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) entails a type of soilless agriculture involving the delivery of a continuously flowing and thin film of nutrient-filled solution onto the roots of plants. With the move toward sustainable and efficient urban agriculture in the contemporary world and need to produce more effective and resource-efficient solutions, there have been significant efforts aimed at improving these techniques through advanced materials and automation. A consistent …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 542–555 Read article
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A Review on Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: AbstractNowadays, there is a rapid development in advanced metal matrix composites for structural engineering and functional devices. A real change in research from monolithic to composite materials has taken place due to need for low cost, high performance and good quality materials from the past decade. Composite materials consist of two or more materials that may differ in chemical and physical properties and are not soluble in one another. The …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 16–26 Read article
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Review of Thermal Performance of Solar Air Heaters: Influence of Composite Materials and Advanced Thermal Storage Techniques
Abstract: Solar air heaters (SAHs) are essential devices for capturing solar energy and converting it into heat, finding applications in steam generation, refrigeration, agricultural drying, and space and water heating in residential and commercial environments. However, the thermal performance of SAHs is often limited by the low heat transfer coefficient of air and the absence of solar energy during nighttime, impacting efficiency and reliability. To address these challenges, this study explores …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 488–506 Read article
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Eco-Efficient Skies: Life Cycle Assessment and Carbon Footprint Minimization of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites in Aerospace Application
Abstract: The increasing integration of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites in aerospace structures necessitates a rigorous evaluation of their environmental sustainability throughout their entire life cycle. This study presents a comprehensive life cycle assessment (LCA) and carbon footprint analysis of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) and glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) composites applied to structural and semi-structural components in commercial aerospace applications. Following ISO 14040/14044 standards and employing the ReCiPe 2016 Midpoint (H) impact …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 147–160 Read article
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A Review on Mechanization of Process Planning for Automated Fiber Placement
Abstract: Process planning is a crucial phase of the Automatic Fiber Placement (AFP) workflow. It creates valuable and effective system processes centered on working material, composite architecture and manufacturing tools. The existing state of process planning needs a large degree of involvement from the process manager and may benefit significantly from improved automation. A collection of main stages and roles is then drawn up to define the most complex and time-consuming …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Polymer Phase Change Materials: Innovations, Applications, and Future Directions
Abstract: Polymer-based phase change materials represent a significant advancement in energy storage and thermal management technologies due to their ability to absorb, store, and release heat during phase transitions. This article reviews recent innovations in polymer phase change materials, focusing on the synthesis, characterization, and performance enhancement techniques. The development of polymer composites with enhanced thermal conductivity, improved phase change enthalpy, and extended thermal cycling stability is discussed. Additionally, the integration …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Different Mechanical Properties of Banana Pseudostem Fiber and Pineapple Leaf Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite
Abstract: In this research, a hybrid natural fiber polymer composite is prepared using different combinations of banana pseudostem fiber and pineapple leaf fiber in a discontinuous reinforcement phase and epoxy polymer in a continuous matrix phase. For the preparation of the composite, the hand layup technique is used and important mechanical characteristics, namely tensile, flexural, and impact strength, are determined. The findings of this investigation represent that the highest values of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1248–1256 Read article
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Dielectric Studies of 0.5Ba0.8Ca0.2TiO3.0.5CaCu3Ti4O12 Nanoceramic Fabricated by Chemo-mechanical Process
Abstract: The present investigation is aimed toward investigate a straightforward, inexpensive, and environmentally friendly chemo-mechanical method for preparing high-dielectric materials, specifically 0.5Ba0.8Ca0.2TiO3.0.5CaCu3Ti4O12 (BCT-CCTO), by combining metal nitrate combustion with solid TiO2 powder and titanium isopropoxide, Ti (OR)4. The composite was prepared by the mixing of individual materials of Ba0.8Ca0.2TiO3 and CaCu3Ti4O12 through the chemo-mechanical method. Initially, 99% pure Ba (NO3)3, Cu (NO3)2∙3H2O, TiO2 and glycine were taken in their stoichiometry ratios. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Hybrid Composite Behavior of Concrete-Filled Steel Tube (CFST) Columns: Review of Collapse Mechanisms and Polymer-Based Enhancements
Abstract: Concrete-Filled Steel Tube (CFST) columns are an advanced hybrid composite system where the steel tube's confinement and the concrete core's load capacity work together to improve structural performance. While commonly used in civil engineering, CFSTs can also be understood within the framework of composite materials, similar to polymer- and fiber-reinforced composites, in which interactions between phases determine strength, ductility, and failure modes. This review compiles experimental and numerical research on …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 78–97 Read article
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Design and Development of Fiber Sandwiched Composite Materials for the Improvement of Mechanical Properties
Abstract: This research paper presents the development and mechanical characterization of fiber sandwiched composite materials (FSCM) to address the increasing demand for high-strength, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant materials in advanced engineering sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and transportation industries. Traditional homogeneous materials such as metals, ceramics, and polymers often fail to provide a balanced combination of properties like high tensile strength, low density, toughness, abrasion resistance, and impact resistance needed for modern …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 22–37 Read article
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MECHANICAL CHARACTERISATION AND METALLOGRAPHY OF SiO2 PARTICULATE REINFORCED ALUMINA MATRIX COMPOSITE PROCESSED BY POWDER METALLURGY
Abstract: Metal matrix composite has a wide variety of applications in field of aerospace industry, automotive and military application. This paper focuses on developing a new composite and characterization for determining the mechanical properties of composite. SiO2 particulate reinforced alumina matrix composite is to be developed by combining alumina as matrix and SiO2 as reinforcement phase with help of poly vinyl alcohol as binder. Compaction pressure and sintering temperature is varied …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Multifunctional and Photocatalytic Properties of DyFeO₃/Dy₃Fe₅O₁₂ Biphasic Nanoparticles
Abstract: Rare-earth orthoferrites constitute a class of compounds that exhibit remarkable magnetic, optical, and electronic properties across a wide temperature range. In the present study, a dysprosium-based orthoferrite containing dual phases of DyFeO₃ perovskite and Dy₃Fe₅O₁₂ garnet was successfully synthesized via the co-precipitation technique. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis was employed to investigate the structural configuration of the synthesized material. The diffraction pattern confirmed the formation of a biphasic composite comprising orthorhombic …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 41–54 Read article
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Development and Multiscale Characterisation of a Sustainable Hybrid Polymer–Cementitious Composite
Abstract: The development of sustainable polymer–cementitious composites has gained increasing attention as a strategy for reducing virgin resource consumption while improving the mechanical and functional performance of cement-based materials. This study investigates a hybrid composite incorporating sugarcane bagasse ash (SCBA), distilled sewage water (DSW), styrene–butadiene rubber (SBR), and polypropylene (PP) fibres. Four mixtures, namely C0–C3, were developed by progressively increasing SCBA from 0 to 15%, DSW from 0 to 20%, SBR …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Fabrication and characterization of Tensile properties ofaluminium 5083/silicon carbide/fly ash composites for advanced engineering applications
Abstract: The present work includes the fabrication of hybrid Metal Matrix Composite materials by consolidating the attractive traits of Metals, Ceramics and byproducts of combustion in power plants. More often than not, when no less than two reinforcements are introduced into the matrix phase, it is known as a hybrid composite and current research focuses on fabrication and characterization of composite materials. Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites with Silicon carbide reinforcements are …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Characteristics of Novel Geopolymer Composites Synthesized from Red Mud and Diatomaceous Earth in Autoclave Conditions without Using Alkaline Activators
Abstract: The geopolymer-based materials have been studied and developed since the last decades of the 20th century and applied in many fields of life. The production of geopolymer also has many different levels of technology from low to high technology which depends on quality and the applied fields of products. The geopolymer composites are also considered as friendly environmentally products related to low energy consumption production technology; reuse industrial wastes as …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 81–91 Read article
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Utilization of Treated Textile Dyeing Wastewater and GGBFS–Perlite Blends for Sustainable Cementitious Composite Development
Abstract: The increasing global demand for concrete critically intensifies the consumption of potable water, raising significant environmental concerns and depleting vital resources. Concurrently, the textile dyeing industry generates substantial volumes of wastewater, posing considerable disposal and pollution challenges. Our investigation explores a dual solution by utilizing treated textile dyeing wastewater as an alternative mixing water source, combined with ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) and perlite as supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 291–300 Read article
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Polymer-Based Materials in Green and Sustainable Construction
Abstract: The escalating impacts of global warming, driven by greenhouse gas emissions, demand urgent action in the construction sector, which contributes over 40% of global CO₂ emissions. Smart buildings, designed to optimize energy use, water efficiency, and occupant comfort through automation and advanced materials, represent a transformative response to these challenges. The convergence of sustainability and urban development has spotlighted the need for green materials in smart building design. With buildings …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 42–48 Read article
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Development of a Polymer-Encapsulated IoT-Based Sensor for Thermal and Electrical Protection of EV Batteries
Abstract: Electric Vehicles (EVs) mark a critical shift toward sustainable transportation, with Battery Management Systems (BMS) playing a vital role in ensuring battery safety, reliability, and efficiency. The proposed BMS in this project incorporates real-time charge monitoring, temperature sensing, and fire detection capabilities to address safety concerns associated with lithium-ion batteries. Key features include current and voltage tracking, State of Charge (SoC) estimation, fault detection, and a user-friendly LCD interface. By …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 582–591 Read article
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Investigation of Exergy and Energy with Fibre Reinforced Plastic Composite (FRP) Tube Based Solar Still using PCM material via Theoretical and Computational Approach
Abstract: A FRP (Fibre Reinforced Polymer) material-based solar still is an advanced design approach in solar desalination systems, where the traditional construction materials (like metal or concrete) are replaced or enhanced with FRP composites. A FRP composite material tubular solar still is a lightweight desalination equipment with a substantial condensing area in comparison to other types of solar stills. Nonetheless, their effectiveness is often limited by fluctuating climatic circumstances. This study …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 66–78 Read article
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Morphological and Dielectric Relaxation Responses of Polymer Stabilized Ferroelectric Liquid Crystal Composite Films
Abstract: Polymer-stabilized ferroelectric liquid crystal (GH-PSFLC) composite films have been prepared by polymerization-induced phase separation (PIPS) process as a function of polymer concentration. Epoxy polymer was homogeneously dispersed into FLC host matrix to create fibril network in the composite films. Twisted fibril-like network was observed through polarizing optical microscope through transmission mode. Dielectric relaxation spectroscopy of these composites shows that real part of permittivity decreases with polymer concentration. Goldstone relaxation mode …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 8–12 Read article