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108 articles for “Percentage of Reinforcement”
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Performance Evaluation of PET Strip Fiber Reinforced Concrete
Abstract: Polyethylene Terephthalate, commonly known as PET, is a petroleum-based plastic polymer that is widely used in the packaging of various commodities due to its durability, and poses a major threat to the environment. To tackle this scenario, the construction industry is researching all possibilities to incorporate this waste into concrete and enhance the properties of concrete. The present study evaluates the performance characteristics of M 30 grade concrete when reinforced …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1076–1088 Read article
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CBR Characteristics of Layered Black Cotton Soil Stabilized with Red Stone Dust and Geosynthetics
Abstract: Geosynthetic materials play a pivotal role in addressing the challenges associated with black cotton soil, a problematic soil type prone to volume changes and exhibiting high plasticity. The primary objective is to enhance the strength properties of black cotton soil through a two-step process. Initially, the soil is stabilized by incorporating varying percentages (5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, 30%, and 35%) of red stone dust waste. Subsequently, to prepare the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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Influence of Tib2 Wt. % on the Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of In-Situ Processed Stir-Cast Metal Matrix Composite of Al-6061
Abstract: Currently, there is an increasing trend in the automotive and aerospace industries towards the adoption of lighter and stronger materials to reduce weight and enhance fuel efficiency. Metal matrix composites must be developed in order to increase the overall performance of automobiles and aircraft as a result of this transition. Among the various composite materials employed, Aluminium Matrix Composites (AMCs) are frequently utilised to meet stringent industrial requirements. The purpose …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 655–661 Read article
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Design and Performance Analysis of Natural Rubber–Silica Nanocomposite Vibration Isolators for Household Appliances
Abstract: Natural rubber (NR) nanocomposites reinforced with surface-modified precipitated silica (SiO2) were synthesized through a two-roll mill compounding and compression-moulding process, then systematically evaluated as passive vibration isolator materials for domestic washing machine applications. Five silica loadings 0, 5, 10, 15, and 20 phr were investigated. A comprehensive characterization suite encompassing tensile testing, Shore A hardness, dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed clear structure–property …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 554–560 Read article
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Investigate the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Short Coconut, Short Bamboo Fibers and Short Glass Fiber Reinforced Phenol Formaldehyde Composites
Abstract: In the field of research, the composite materials become the dominant materials from last forty years. Because of eco-friendly nature and sustainability, the researchers are using natural fibers in polymer composites to obtain good thermal, acoustic insulating properties, excellent formability and weight-resistance compared to traditional building materials. In the present research work, seven different fiber reinforcement Phenol formaldehyde matrix polymer composite i.e., short coconut, short bamboo and short glass fiber …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 53–61 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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Fabrication and Characterization of Magnesium Matrix Nanocomposites Reinforced with Multiwall Carbon Nanotubes
Abstract: Multiwall Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNTs)-reinforced magnesium nanocomposites were fabricated through powder metallurgy route and then hot extruded as secondary process. CNTs were added by 0.5, 1 and 1.5 wt% with magnesium powders and ball milled to obtain a homogeneous mixture. The effect on mechanical properties of Mg nanocomposites due to the reinforcement of MWCNTs was investigated. The effect of mixing through high-energy ball milling, sintering temperature and extrusion process on the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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Experimental Study on the Strength Enhancement of Carbon Fiber Reinforced GGBS Concrete
Abstract: This study provides an in-depth analysis of the experimental investigation conducted on carbon fiber reinforced GGBS concrete (CFRGC). The primary objective of the research was to evaluate the effects of carbon fibers on various mechanical properties of concrete, with a particular focus on strength parameters. In this study, the carbon fiber content was systematically varied from 0.5% to 1.5% by weight of cement, in increments of 0.5%, to determine the …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 36–50 Read article
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Effect of Fiber Weight Fraction on the Mechanical Performance of Calotropis Gigantea Fiber-Reinforced Polyester Composites
Abstract: Natural fiber-reinforced composites have attracted more attention as environmentally friendly substitutes to synthetic materials since the move towards a sustainable approach to engineering materials has gained in popularity. This paper focuses on the potential use of Calotropis gigantea (CG) stem fibers as laminate reinforcement with bio-composites made through an unsaturated polyester resin (GP) system. Super strength fibers were pulled out, treated with alkaline to boost interfacial adhesion, and positioned in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 339–349 Read article
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Fabrication and Testing of Physical Behavior of Coconut Shell Micro Particulate and Walnut Shell Micro Particulate Reinforced Epoxy Composites
Abstract: Enhancing the physical characteristics of high-performance materials is largely dependent on the reinforcement of polymers by microparticles. The physical behavior of polyester composites containing coconut and walnut shell microparticles was thus investigated in order to create an engineering material for industrial use. Most researchers investigated the flammability test of fiber bio-composites only. There is a possibility that two particular polymers embedded in a thermoset polymer matrix could provide the lowest …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 592–603 Read article
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A Study on Tensile Characterization of Polypropylene Reinforced with Recycled Epoxy Particles
Abstract: Polypropylene is a thermo plastic, tensile properties of polypropylene are crucial in the real world applications as they determine structural integrity and durability. Epoxy is a thermosetting plastic finds applications in various fields like aerospace, automobile, food packing etc. A major concern is the disposal of epoxy composites after their service life, since most of the waste is sent to landfills, causing land pollution and soil infertility. In this experimental …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 221–237 Read article
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Experimental investigations on mechanical properties of AL8081 reinforced with B4C particulate Mmc’s
Abstract: The aluminium metal matrix composites are becoming emerging and most versatile material. Aluminium MMCs are widely used since the applications involved in automotive, unique structural, defence and aerospace. At the elevated temperature levels, the potentiality of Aluminium MMCs is very high. The metal matrix composites (MMCs) mainly mitigate the weight ratio. In this article, the aluminium metal is conjugated with B4C particulates by stir casting approach. The stir casting method …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Comparison of Index and Engineering properties of weak soils stabilized by Rubber Tyre Chips and Powder
Abstract: Engineered constructions on weak or soft ground soil carry inherent risks due to the instability of the foundation. Soft ground lacks the necessary strength to support structures adequately, making it prone to settlement, subsidence, or even collapse under the weight of buildings or infrastructure. Various methods of improvements are used to improve the soil's stability to support various loads.one of the solution is can use the waste products incorporated into …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 24–33 Read article
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A Study on Tribological Behaviour of Fly Ash Filled Glass Fiber Reinforcement Epoxy Based Composites Using Taguchi Experimental Design
Abstract: Fiber-reinforced polymer composite materials have better corrosion resistance, better wear resistance, reduced weight of structure, good thermal/electrical insulation and conductivity, etc. due to their properties its application field include aircraft, space crafts, automotive, infrastructure, marine, and sporting goods. But a major industrial problem is erosive wear of structure components caused by abrasive particles. Solid particle erosion of engineering/structure components caused due to dusty operational conductions. But, even today, researchers worked …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Experimental Investigation for Strengthening the Nanocomposite Cementitious Materials with a Nanoscale Modification
Abstract: For the last few decades, researchers have widely used nanopolymer to control the mechanical properties of cementitious materials as a micro reinforcement. This paper examines and compares the mechanical and microstructure property of nanofiber cementitious material. Twenty-four sets of beam/cube cast with carbon nanofibers (CNFs) cementitious material where CNFs were used from 0.1%, 0.2%, and 0.3% of cement weight. The nanoparticles were scattered using a surfactant and an ultrasonic probe …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 10–24 Read article
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Experimental Study on Effect of Recycled Epoxy Powder Reinforcement on Tensile Behavior of Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Abstract: Thermosetting plastic found wider application in the field of Aerospace, Aircraft, Wind Turbines, Marine and construction due to their long life, light weight and high strength. Among thermosets, epoxy is the major contributor. The world epoxy resin usage is almost 3.6 million tons in the year 2022 and it may cross 5.91 million tons by 2029. At their end of life most of it goes to land filling which leads …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 306–315 Read article
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Fabrication and Surface Modified Non-woven Calotropis gigantea Fiber Mat Reinforced Polypropylene Composites by Film Stacking Method
Abstract: Nowadays, there is a growing environmental consciousness and awareness about the need for sustainable development, which has led to growing interest in using natural fibers as reinforcement in polymer composites for synthetic fiber substitution. The current work deals with the effects of Calotropis gigantea fiber (CGF) content and chemical modification of CGF mats by treatment with sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) and SDS-pretreated benzoyl chloride on the fundamental properties of CGF-filled …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 10–22 Read article
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Analysis of Effect of Human Hair in Compressive and Split Tensile Strength of Concrete
Abstract: AbstractThis research paper presents the analysis of the effect of human hair in compressive and split tensile strength of concrete. In the recent time due to a significant increase in population increases large amount of human hairs. Human hairs are strong in tension and it also reduces greater impact, abrasions and shatter resistances in concrete and prevents many problems in this environment. Fiber reinforcement improves the impact strength and fatigue …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 50–61 Read article
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Experimental Study on Fresh and Mechanical Properties of Crimpled Steel Fibers in Self-compacting Concrete
Abstract: The flow and strength characteristics of fiber-reinforced self-compacting concrete (SCC) with different aspect (l/d) ratios of fibers are recommended to be studied. After achieving a satisfactory SCC mix, crimped steel fibers with l/d ratio 30 are designated as CSF30; with l/d ratio 40 are designated as CSF40, with l/d ratio 50 is designated as CSF50 and with l/d ratio 62.5 is designated as CSF62.5 fibers are added at a fixed …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 65–75 Read article
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A comprehensive study on elemental analysis and sustainable integration of CETP (common effluent treatment plant) sludge as a substitute to sand in concrete
Abstract: This study examines the utilization of sludge from common effluent treatment plants (CETP) as a fractional substitute for sand in M20 concrete mixtures. Its aim is to address disposal challenges associated with CETP sludge while promoting sustainable use of natural resources. The research assesses the structural and microstructural attributes of concrete mixes containing varying percentages of CETP sludge (0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, and 50%). Tests conducted include compressive, flexural, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 49–59 Read article