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381 articles for “flexural”
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Initiation of Distress in Asphalt Concrete After Practicing Moisture Damage
Abstract: The moisture damage of asphalt concrete is considered as major type of distress in heavy rainfall environment. In this work, the decline in the initial flexural stiffness of asphalt concrete was monitored after practicing the moisture damage process. The variations were analyzed relative to the control mixture. Asphalt concrete mixtures were created in the laboratory with the optimal binder content. Extra mixtures were also prepared with ±0.5% variation of binder …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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E-glass Fiber Epoxy Composites: Role of Al2O3/SiC Fillers in Physical, Flammability and Mechanical Characteristics
Abstract: This study investigates the effects of varying weight percentages of Silicon Carbide and Alumina particles in epoxy-based composites, fabricated through compression molding, on their physical and mechanical properties. Comparing different studies on carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites, as well as glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) composites, especially with the reinforcement of nanoparticles such as silicon carbide (SiC), alumina (Al2O3) and graphene. The investigations cover fabrication methods, like vacuum infusion and compression …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 238–250 Read article
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Development and Assessment of Mechanical Characteristics in Sisal-Glass Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Composites
Abstract: In many different fields, including tensile strength, reduced thermal expansion, and an amazing strength-to-weight ratio, fiber-reinforced polymer composites are gradually replacing conventional materials. This work mostly addresses the development and evaluation of the mechanical characteristics of epoxy composites improved with glass fibers and sisal. Among the benefits are biodegradability, lower weight, and more specific strength. Sisal polymer composites are included under natural fiber composites. Including sisal strands into glass fiber-reinforced …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 708–719 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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Basalt Fiber, Palm Fiber, and Seashell Powder Reinforced Hybrid Epoxy Composites: A Mechanical Characterization
Abstract: This study investigates epoxy-based composites reinforced with basalt fiber, palm fiber, and seashell powder fabricated via hand lay-up. Mechanical characterization included tensile, flexural, hardness, and impact testing, supported by ANOVA and TOPSIS analyses. The Basalt-Epoxy composite has the highest mechanical strength among the systems under investigation, with a tensile strength of 275 N/mm² and a yield stress of around 215 N/mm². Compared to Palm-Epoxy composite, which has the lowest mechanical …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1565–1575 Read article
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Characterization of Mechanical and Viscoelastic Properties of Ceramic Nanoparticle-Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: This study examines the mechanical and viscoelastic properties of polymer composites reinforced with ceramic nanoparticles, specifically focusing on enhancing the performance of the material through the incorporation of alumina nanoparticles. The composites were produced by embedding alumina nanoparticles into an epoxy matrix, and their properties were assessed using tensile, flexural, and dynamic mechanical analyses (DMA). The tensile tests showed a remarkable 40% increase in tensile strength and a 35% enhancement …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 71–82 Read article
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Assessing the Mechanical, Structural and Thermal Performance of Boehmeria Nivea and Agave Sisalana Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite by using Seashell Powder as a Filler Material
Abstract: Natural fiber composites have replaced plastics and have been used to the maximum extent. Hybridization of natural fibers with filler materials has achieved higher tensile, impact, and flexural strength compared to single fiber composites. In this research, the mechanical properties were investigated with the ramie and sisal hybrid fiber reinforced with seashell powder as filler material. Filler material can enhance the flexural property of the natural fiber. Hybrid composite plates …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 355–369 Read article
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Fabrication and Properties of Recycled PET Reinforced Waste Cellulosic Fiber Composites
Abstract: The economic utilization of lignocellulose waste, which is now being explored, is one of the environmental problems confronting third-world nations. Waste cellulosic fiber (paper sludge, PS) composites will enable the cost of the composite to be reduced while allowing for the efficient use of a waste material that is presently burned or buried. Environmentally friendly composites made from PSreinforced recycled poly(ethylene terephthalate) (rPET) matrix with the addition of SEBS-g-MA as …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 9–20 Read article
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Studies on Mechanical Properties of Ultra High Molecular Weight Poly Ethylene (UHMWPE)-Basalt Fiber Reinforced Hybrid Polymer Matrix Composites
Abstract: Composite materials have become a preferred material now days because of their strength and also they are light. An additional material can be produced by a combination of matrix and reinforcement. The connections also give the flexibility of the design, because many of them can be formed in complex shapes. The economic significance of composite materials is now illustrious. There is strong indication far and wide that this importance will …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 8–19 Read article
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Investigation on Mechanical Properties of Bamboo-Plastic Composites by Alkali Treatment and Illustration via Scanning Electron Microscopy
Abstract: The morphological properties, tensile and flexural strength of composite materials made of bamboo fibres and plastic were investigated. Bamboo-plastic composites (BPCs) were made from bamboo fibres, plastic, and urea formaldehyde (UF) resin to evaluate the effects on mechanical properties. Two different types of plastics, namely polypropylene (PP) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE) were used to make the composite fabrication. The bamboo fibres were extracted after soaking them in a sodium hydroxide …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 86–95 Read article
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Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Jute and Bamboo Natural Fiber Composites
Abstract: Natural fibers have become increasingly popular in recent decades. Natural fiber composites are also becoming increasingly popular in a various industries, including automobiles, furniture, packaging, construction and sports. Natural fibers have several advantages over synthetic fibers, including low cost, low density, reduced damage to processing equipment, good relative mechanical properties, renewability, and biodegradability. Natural fibers were also introduced with the goal of producing lighter composites, and they have shown a …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 20–33 Read article
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An Experimental Study on Replacement of Coarse Aggregate by Recycled Waste for High Grade Concrete: A Review.
Abstract: Concrete is extensively used man-made material in the world. Solid waste management is one of the major environmental concerns globally. The development of new construction materials using recycled waste is important for the construction industries. The present study concerns the use of recycled waste as replacement of coarse aggregates, fine aggregates and cement in concrete. This is to find out the change in mechanical properties of concrete with the substitution …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Ferrocement Slab Using Steel Fibres and Different Sands
Abstract: Ferrocement is defined as wire mesh reinforcement impregnated with mortar to produce elements of small thickness. An experimental study has been carried out to study the effect of different compositions of cement mortar using 10% fly ash and different percentage of 6–8% silica fumes with two types of sands such as Badarpur sand and river sand and show the effect of load versus deflection curve and flexural strength of ferrocement …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 27–30 Read article
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Assessing the influence of aggregates and cement type on the properties of roller compacted concrete
Abstract: Roller compacted concrete pavement is suitable for heavy traffic and harsh environment. In the present investigation, roller compacted concrete slab samples have been prepared using two types of aggregates, (crushed and rounded), and two types of cement binder, (ordinary Portland and sulphate resistant). Cubes and beam specimens have been extracted from the slab samples with the aid of diamond saw. Specimens were tested for bulk density, ultrasound pulse velocity, compressive …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Contributing factors in the initiation of failure of asphalt concrete
Abstract: As long as the asphalt concrete pavement is under service, signs of failure usually initiate and the distress types start showing throughout the service life. The asphalt concrete pavement practices repeated tensile and shear stresses through the vehicular loading. In the present study, the contributing factors in the initiation of failure under repeated flexural stresses have been detected. Slab samples of Asphalt concrete have been prepared at the laboratory by …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 55–61 Read article
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Influence of Constant Micro Strain Levels on the Strength Properties of the Asphalt Concrete mixture
Abstract: Asphalt concrete mixture is designed to resist the deformation and vehicular traffic loading throughout its service life. However, when the asphalt concrete pavement practices over loading within the service life period, it exhibits cracking and rutting. In the present investigation, an attempt has been taken to understand the strength performance of asphalt concrete when practicing variable levels of constant stresses. Asphalt concrete mixture was prepared at optimum asphalt cement requirement …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Mechanical Characteristics of Fiber-Reinforced Concrete
Abstract: Concrete is one of the most utilized construction materials because of its excellent compressive strength and durability. Nevertheless, its relatively low tensile and flexural capacities often limit its performance in structures subjected to tensile stresses. To address this limitation, fiber reinforcement has emerged as an effective technique for enhancing the mechanical behavior of concrete. This study examines the influence of chopped basalt fibers on the strength characteristics of concrete through …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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Assessing the Influence of Aggregates and Cement Type on the Properties of Roller-compacted Concrete
Abstract: Roller-compacted concrete (RCC) pavement is suitable for heavy traffic and harsh environment. In the present investigation, RCC slab samples have been prepared using two types of aggregates (crushed and rounded), and two types of cement binder (ordinary Portland and sulphate resistant). Cubes and beam specimens have been extracted from the slab samples with the aid of diamond saw. Specimens were tested for bulk density, ultrasound pulse velocity, compressive and flexural …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications Read article
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Properties of Concrete with Reinforcement Eggshell Powder As Cement
Abstract: Many people choose concrete because of its reputation for durability and dependability. Concrete is not only strong and consistent, but also energy efficient, design flexible, cheap, and generally ecofriendly. In addition to protecting natural ecosystems, stable civilizations often make plans for further industrialization and urbanization. As long as it is utilized in a compositionally flexible and ecologically friendly way, concrete may be used to create aesthetically stunning structures. Inadequate domestic …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 4, 2023 · pp. 46–52 Read article
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Effect of hybridization on mechanical Characteristics of hemp,bamboo and jute reinforced epoxy bio composites
Abstract: In the present study, hemp, jute and bamboo fibres have been reinforced with epoxy resin to develop several bio-composites (hemp/epoxy, jute/epoxy, bamboo/epoxy, hemp/jute/epoxy, hemp, bamboo, epoxy and hemp/jute/bamboo/epoxy). Their mechanical characteristics (impact strength, flexural strength, and tensile strength) have been evaluated by conducting standardized ASTM tests on the fabricated bio-composite specimens. Among these, the hybrid epoxy composite reinforced with hemp, jute, and bamboo fibers has exhibited superior tensile and impact …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 81–91 Read article