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Data-Driven Material Design and Performance Improvement: Constructing Sustainable Polymer Nanocomposites Using Deep Learning
Abstract: In the formation of sustainable polymer nanocomposites, the effective material techniques are required to balance the mechanical qualities, environmental compatibility and processing efficiency. The optimization of polymer matrix, nanofiller loading, processing conditions and material properties is typically time consuming, resource intensive and highly dependent on trial-error methodology using standard experimental techniques. The present work provides a data-driven approach that combines deep learning with sustainable polymer nanocomposite design for predicting and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Self-Healing Graphene–Polymer Nanocomposite Encapsulation Layers for Ultra-Stable Perovskite Photovoltaic Modules under Extreme Environmental Conditions
Abstract: The recent trend is that perovskite photovoltaic modules are vulnerable to moisture, oxygen, thermal cycle, UV, and mechanical stress, which seriously affect the working stability of the modules under harsh environmental conditions, thereby hindering the rapid commercialization. In this study, a new self-healing graphene–polymer nanocomposite encapsulant layer is proposed to improve the durability and reliability of perovskite solar modules in extreme climates. The encapsulation system combines functionalized graphene nanosheets into …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Electrically Conductive Micro-Aluminum Reinforced Polymer Composites for IoT-Enabled Lightweight Antenna Housings
Abstract: Electrically conductive polymer composites have emerged as promising multifunctional materials for lightweight antenna housings by integrating structural strength, electrical conductivity, thermal stability, and electromagnetic interference shielding. In this study, micro-aluminum reinforced Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) polymer composites were fabricated using twin-screw melt compounding followed by compression molding for IoT-enabled lightweight antenna housing applications. The influence of micro-aluminum loading on microstructure, mechanical performance, electrical conductivity, EMI shielding, thermal stability, and wireless …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Computational Intelligence and Neuro-Fuzzy Modelling of Polymer Composites: A Critical Review of Performance Prediction and Optimization
Abstract: The increased variety in polymer matrices, reinforcements, fillers, and processing parameters has led to the need to better understand the structure-property, process-property relationships in order to accurately predict and optimize the performance of polymer composites. This paper reviews the applications of computational intelligence methods in polymer composites, with special focus on artificial neural networks, adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference systems, machine learning techniques, and hybrid optimization. The literature is analyzed based on …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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An Overview on the Characterization and Investigation of Polymerized Bio-Ceramics for Bone Regenerative Applications
Abstract: Many osseous faults resulting from fracture offer inherent capacity of the body to overhaul and activate the bone grafts for recovery process. In the early development, nonautologous bone grafts made of Titanium and stainless steel were suitable because of their mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, biocompatibility and durability. Biodegradable polymers belonging to the family of polymers and bioceramics also, play a major role in orthopaedics. The polymers, poly glycolic acid, poly …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 843–853 Read article
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Multifunctional Corn Husk Fibre/PLA–PBAT Hybrid Composites with Carbon-Black Percolation for Structural Self-Sensing Applications
Abstract: This study developed multifunctional polymer composites based on a PLA/PBAT (Polylactic Acid/ Poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)) thermoplastic matrix reinforced with 20 wt.% corn husk fibre (CHF) and functionalized with conductive carbon black (CB) for smart consumer-electronics casings. Alkali treatment modified the lignocellulosic fibre surface, improving fibre–matrix interfacial adhesion and stress transfer within the polymer composite. Thermal characterization showed that the PLA cold-crystallization temperature decreased from 112.5 °C for the unfilled blend to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Optimizing Performance Characteristics, Thermal Stability, and Manufacturing Performance of Polymer Nanocomposites Using Artificial Intelligence
Abstract: Artificial intelligence (AI) has proven an efficient method to optimize the design and manufacture of polymer nanocomposites, allowing the proper prediction of the behavior of the materials and the results of the processing. This work proposes an AI-based framework to enhance the performance characteristics, thermal stability and manufacturing performance of advanced polymer nanocomposites. The input variables of the proposed framework are the material composition, the nanoparticle concentration, the particle size, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Microstructural Evolution and Mechanical Performance of Ambient-Cured Fly Ash–Metakaolin Inorganic Polymer Composites Activated by Anhydrous Sodium Silicate Powder
Abstract: Inorganic geopolymer networks offer a low-carbon and sustainable solution to traditional binder systems through the alkali-activation of industrials-grade aluminosilicate material. The present paper focuses on the microstructure development and the mechanical performance of the ambient-cured fly ash – metakaolin inorganic polymer composite activated with solid anhydrous sodium silicate powder. Five inorganic polymer binder combinations were formulated by replacing fly ash with metakaolin at mass fractions of 0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, …
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An Experimental Study on the Fabrication and Mechanical Properties of Natural Fiber Reinforced Polymer Hybrid Composites
Abstract: Natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites are increasingly investigated as lower-impact alternatives to conventional synthetic fiber systems. This work fabricated and mechanically characterized a sisal-coconut coir fiber-reinforced epoxy hybrid composite and compared its performance with a glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) epoxy composite under the reported laboratory conditions. The hybrid reinforcement contained 75% sisal fiber and 25% coconut coir fiber and was incorporated into an epoxy LY556/HY951 matrix by the hand lay-up technique. …
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Implement Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Engineering Design, Predictive Modeling, and Optimizing Polymer Nanocomposites
Abstract: Polymer nanocomposites are high performance engineered materials obtained by inclusion of nano-sized fillers into the polymer matrix to enhance mechanical, thermal, electrical, barrier and functional properties. However, the complex and non-linear interactions among polymer chemistry, nanofiller characteristics, filler concentration, dispersion, interfacial bonding and processing conditions make it challenging to anticipate and maximize their properties. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) offer powerful data-driven solutions to these difficulties by establishing …
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A IoT-Enabled Predictive Intelligence for Real-Time Failure and Damage Evolution Monitoring of Polymer Composites
Abstract: Damage assessment of carbon-fibre-reinforced polymer composites is still challenging since the damage occurs as a combination of matrix cracking, interfacial debonding, delamination and fibre fracture. The present work proposes a framework for predictive-intelligence based on IoT for multiaxial fatigue and compression-after-impact (CAI) CFRP experiments, employing publicly available acoustic-emission (AE) datasets. A causal CNN–GRU attention model is developed by integrating time-domain, spectral, wavelet, loading-history and trend features to estimate the damage …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 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 …
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Mathematical Analysis and Stability Analysis of Coupled Orbital–Attitude Dynamics for Autonomous Spacecraft under Perturbative Forces
Abstract: Autonomous spacecraft operating in Earth orbit are subjected to coupled translational and rotational dynamics influenced by gravitational and environmental perturbations. Accurate mathematical characterization of these interactions is essential for trajectory prediction, attitude stabilization, autonomous navigation, and mission reliability. This study develops a nonlinear mathematical framework for coupled orbital–attitude dynamics of an autonomous spacecraft under perturbative forces. The translational dynamics are formulated using the two-body gravitational model augmented by the second …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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IS-Aligned Strategic Evaluation of Fire Protection Systems for Improving Fire Safety in Mixed-Occupancy High-Rise Buildings
Abstract: This paper presents a substantially reworked Indian-context evaluation of fire protection systems in a 14-building high-rise sample from Indore. The study reuses the original field dataset but replaces the earlier code mix with an explicitly IS-aligned and NBC-oriented analytical framework. Physical observation, document review and interview inputs were screened against requirements related to means of egress, compartmentation, fire detection and alarm, hydrants and hose reels, extinguishers, emergency lighting, smoke control, …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Performance of Concrete in Chemically Aggressive Environment by Using Cementitious Materials in Concrete
Abstract: This study investigates the performance and durability of sustainable concrete incorporating industrial and agricultural waste materials specifically Fly Ash, nano silica and Graphene Oxide when subjected to chemically aggressive environments. Traditional Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) concrete often suffers from micro-structural degradation, sulfate attack, and acid penetration in harsh conditions. However, the integration of pozzolanic wastes creates a synergistic effect that densifies the concrete matrix through secondary C-S-H (Calcium Silicate Hydrate) …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 45–51 Read article
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Numerical Investigation of Ply-by-Ply Failure and Strength Degradation in Composite Laminates Under Transverse Loading
Abstract: This paper represents the failure analysis of composite symmetric and antisymmetric laminate, when laminates were subjected to the transverse loading conditions. The load is uniformly distributed in a transverse direction. The analysis includes failure load and nature of failure by using theories of failure. The ply degradation material model is used to modify and update the properties of failed lamina and upgrades the properties of laminate. Laminate is modelled as …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article