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868 articles for “composite mater”
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Design and Characterization of High-Performance Polymer Nanocomposites for Aerospace Applications
Abstract: Polymer nanocomposites have revolutionized aerospace materials through mechanical strength, thermal stability, and lightness. A number of polymer matrices filled with nanofillers such as carbon nanotubes, graphene, and nanoclay considerably improved structural integrity, flame resistance, and environmental adaptability. However, fabrication techniques are still being optimized so that nanofillers are properly dispersed throughout, which may create contradictions between mechanical strength and process ability. This work tries to design and characterize high- performance …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 178–193 Read article
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Development of a Durable Superhydrophobic EP/PDMS Coating Reinforced with Micro-CaCO₃ and Nano-ZnO for Enhanced Corrosion Protection and Multifunctional Performance on Carbon Steel
Abstract: Balancing exceptional multifunctional performance with mechanical robustness in micro-nano composite films remains a significant challenge for practical applications. In this work, a superhydrophobic coating reinforced with micro-CaCO₃ and nano-ZnO particles was fabricated through a versatile single-step brushing method. The optimized EP/PDMS@micro-CaCO₃/nano-ZnO coating achieved a water contact angle (WCA) of 173.54° ± 2.53° and a sliding angle (SA) of 1.50° ± 1.12°. Owing to its carefully engineered micro-nano hierarchical structure, the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 216–238 Read article
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Synthesis, Characterization and Antibacterial Evaluation of Novel Canola Oil-Based Poly-(Citrate/Succinate)-amide Incorporated with Zn (II) and Ni (II) Metal Ions
Abstract: This present research study is to fabricate efficient metal-incorporated Canola oil (CO) polymers synthesised using dicarboxylic acids – Citric acid (CA) and Succinic acid (SA). The research mainly highlights the fabrication of polymeric materials using CO via a safer chemical synthesis route with less toxic reactants and minimal solvent/diluent to accomplish sustainability, adopting the green chemistry principle. Divalent Zinc (Zn) and Nickel (Ni) were incorporated in the poly-(Citrate/Succinate)-amide matrix, Ni …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 45–69 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Honeycomb Rear Door Map Pocket by Application of Finite Element Method
Abstract: In modern automobiles, the door trim plays a vital role in both functionality and occupant safety. It integrates various convenience features such as armrests, power window switches, and map pockets, while also contributing to crash energy absorption during side impacts. In such collisions, the occupant's body typically contacts the door trim, making its design and material selection critical for minimizing injury through controlled deformation and energy dissipation. This research focuses …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 940–951 Read article
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Exploring Molecular Spectroscopy: Insights into Chemical Structures and Interaction
Abstract: A key tool for understanding the dynamics, structure, and interactions of molecules is molecular spectroscopy. This abstract outlines the key principles and techniques employed in modern molecular spectroscopy, highlighting its significance in various scientific disciplines. The focus is on the principles of absorption, emission, and scattering of electromagnetic radiation by molecules, leading to valuable insights into molecular properties. The abstract begins by discussing the basic principles of molecular spectroscopy, emphasizing …
Published in International Journal of Photochemistry and Photochemical Research · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Microstructural Design and Functional Properties of Polycrystalline Materials
Abstract: Polycrystalline materials, composed of an aggregate of crystallites or grains, are foundational to modern engineering applications due to their versatile functional properties. The microstructural design—encompassing grain size, shape, orientation, phase distribution, and grain boundary characteristics—plays a pivotal role in determining mechanical, thermal, electrical, and magnetic behavior. This abstract explores the intricate relationship between microstructure and functionality, emphasizing how tailored processing techniques such as thermomechanical treatments, sintering, and additive manufacturing can …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Polymer Nanocomposites As Emerging Platforms in Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology
Abstract: Nanotechnology allows the handling of materials in the 1–100 nm range, where distinct physicochemical phenomena, including quantum effects and higher surface-to-volume ratio, enable disruptive uses in pharmaceuticals and biomedicine. Significant challenges in solubility, stability and targeted biodistribution of therapeutics can be overcome by incorporating nanostructured polymers and polymer-based composites into drug delivery systems. PLGA nanoparticle and other nanocarriers, such as PLGA micelles, dendrimers, and hydrogels, have revealed promising effects on …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 268–278 Read article
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AQUASOMES: A Vesicular, Self-assembled Ceramic Nanoparticulate Drug Carrier
Abstract: Nano-biopharmaceutics involves delivery of biopharmaceutical product through different biomaterials like multi-functional nanoparticles, quantum dots, aquasomes, super-paramagnetic iron oxide crystals, and liposomes dendrimers. Aquasomes are considered as one of the most recently developed delivery systems for bioactive molecules like peptides, proteins, hormones, antigens and genes to specific sites. Aquasomes have a spherical shape and a particle size of 60–300 nm. These are three layered self-assembled nano-particulate carrier system. This three-layered structure …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Study of Electrochemical and Mechanical Properties of Graphene/HAp Composite Coating on Ti-13Nb-13Zr Alloy via Electrophoretic Deposition for Biomedical Application
Abstract: Titanium-13niobium-13zirconium alloy has widespread potential in biomedical applications due to its high degree of biocompatibility, favourable mechanical properties, high corrosion resistance, and high possibility of osseointegration. The surface was improved by electrophoretic deposition method using hydroxyapatite and graphene (5 g nanoHAp) (5 g nanoHAp+0.06 nanoGr) and suspended in ethanol solution at different conditions of time (1, 3, and 7 minutes) and voltage (50, 70, and 100 V). The effect of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 91–106 Read article
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Mechanical Performance Assessment of Hybrid FRP Laminates with Carbon Fiber Core Using Experimental and Numerical Approaches
Abstract: The high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance and design flexibility of Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have attracted considerable attention in aerospace, automotive and structural applications. This work presents an experimental and finite element study on the tensile and flexural behavior of epoxy-based hybrid FRP laminates. Five laminate configurations were manufactured, including a unidirectional carbon fiber laminate and four hybrid laminates, Kevlar–Carbon–Kevlar (K/C/K), Glass–Carbon–Glass (G/C/G), Kevlar–Carbon–Glass (K/C/G), and Glass–Carbon–Kevlar (G/C/K). For all …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Controlled Release Drug Delivery Using 3D Printing Techniques: A Current Scenario In Personalized Medicine
Abstract: Three-dimensional (3D) printing is particularly influencing the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector in the creation of controlled release drug delivery systems. This technology enables the precise fabrication of personalized medicines with tailored drug release profiles, dosages, and geometries, marking a significant advancement over traditional mass production methods. An array of 3D printing techniques, including extrusion-based, powder-based, and others, can be used to build complex dosage forms that regulate drug release through processes …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 28–43 Read article
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Synthesis ,Spectral Investigation, Anticancer Study of Azo-Imine Heterocyclic Compounds
Abstract: Many Schiff base reactions are known within a famous series of addition reactions to the azomethine group, where reagents are added to the polarized double bond and the nucleophilic (nucleophilic) reagents attack the carbon atom in the azomethine bond.. An example of this type of reaction is the addition of alkyl halides, which produces quaternary amine salts, which in turn are converted to the secondary amine. These compounds have an …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 22–43 Read article
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Chemical Patents and Filing Practices in India: Trends, Processes, and Legal Framework
Abstract: India, recognized as the fifth-largest global economy, holds the 7th position in the chemical sector and ranks 11th in chemical and petrochemical exports worldwide. Despite this significant standing, the country witnesses comparatively fewer patent applications in this domain. The global chemical and petrochemical industry, although complex in nature, serves as a critical element of economic development and supply chain operations. This paper explores the interconnectedness of innovation, patents, and chemical …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 163–171 Read article
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The Review of Beetroot Composition and Benefits of Beetroot
Abstract: The genus Beta L. comprises the red beetroot, which is linked to the Betoideae branch of the goosefoot family (Amaranthaceae). Because the tuberous root of the vegetable beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) contains a large amount of nutrients, including vitamins and minerals as well as substances with physiological activity, including betalain, inorganic nitrates, polyphenols, and folates, it is consumed in every country around the world. Like its relative turnip, the beet …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Polymer-Integrated Smart Biomedical Waste Management System Using AI and Sensor-Based Segregation
Abstract: Biomedical waste, which comes from healthcare facilities like hospitals, clinics, and labs, includes both infectious and non-infectious materials. This can range from sharps and pathological waste to pharmaceutical leftovers and general medical trash. If this waste isn't handled, sorted, and disposed of properly, it can pose serious contamination risks, leading to infections, workplace hazards, environmental damage, and public health emergencies. Traditional biomedical waste management often relies on manual sorting, which …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 172–184 Read article
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Nano-Adsorbents for Water Purification: A Focus on Nanoclays
Abstract: Nanotechnology has emerged as a pivotal tool in addressing contemporary environmental challenges, particularly in water purification. This paper explores the use of nano-adsorbents, focusing on nano-clay materials, as effective solutions for the adsorption and removal of harmful pollutants from water. Nano-clays, owing to their large surface area and unique physicochemical properties, exhibit exceptional adsorption capacity for contaminants such as heavy metals, dyes, antibiotics, and various organic compounds. This review consolidates …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 38–44 Read article
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Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Through Polymeric Precursor Route and their Integration into Functional Nanocomposites
Abstract: A polymer precursor approach for creating zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles with regulated size and shape is described in this work. By stabilising and capping particles, the polymer-assisted pathway efficiently reduces particle agglomeration while facilitating controlled nucleation and growth. The surface shape and dispersion of the produced ZnO nanoparticles were assessed using the scanning electron microscopy (SEM). When compared to traditional synthesis techniques, the addition of polymer greatly enhanced surface homogeneity …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 883–890 Read article
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Thin Film Technology in Sensor Manufacturing – A Technical Discussion
Abstract: Thin‑film technology has become the cornerstone of modern sensor manufacturing, enabling the convergence of miniaturisation, multifunctionality, and cost‑effective mass production. This paper surveys the latest advances in deposition techniques—ranging from magnetron sputtering and chemical vapour deposition to atomic‑layer deposition (ALD) and ink‑jet‑printed sol‑gel processes—and examines how their unique material‑control capabilities translate into performance gains across the sensor spectrum (chemical, physical, and bio‑sensing). By integrating nanoscale thickness control (≤ 10 nm) …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 48–58 Read article
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Study of the CuS/CdSe Quantum Dots on the Optical Properties of Green Synthesis
Abstract: Chalcogenides based nanomaterials, such as CdSe are emerging as an important material offering transformative potential across multiple domains, such as photocatalysis, optoelectronics, sensing, and photo luminesce. In this study we synthesised CuS/CdSe quantum dots by varying CuS concentration through plant mediated green method. The copper sulfide synthesized at varying concentrations of the Se source, exhibited bonding configuration that are comparable to those of the Cd source. The goal of this …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 176–184 Read article
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Biodegradable and Natural Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites for Antimicrobial Coatings in Biomedical Applications
Abstract: Since they make medical equipment more biocompatible and practical, biomedical polymers are quite crucial for the advancement of medical technologies. One of the most exciting applications for biomedical polymers is their possible use as protective drug coatings for devices. These coatings aim to limit bacterial binding and biofilm growth, two key causes of illnesses acquired after implantation. Scientists are searching for fresh approaches to combat microorganisms as the issue of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 392–405 Read article