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Greener 3D Printing: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Sustainable Polymer and Composite Manufacturing
Abstract: The integration of sustainable materials with additive manufacturing (AM) technologies marks a significant step towards environmentally responsible production. Biodegradable polymers, recycled thermoplastics, and bio-based composites, when used in 3D printing, offer the potential to reduce the ecological footprint of manufacturing. However optimizing the interplay between material properties process parameters, and product performance remains a complex challenge. This review examines how artificial intelligence (AI) is being applied to address these challenges …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 288–300 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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Development and Mechanical Characterization of Polymer based Bio Composite Filaments for FDM Applications
Abstract: Additive Manufacturing (AM) is an advanced fabrication process capable of producing complex and intricate components to meet diverse industrial and customer demands. For small-scale producers and researchers, FDM is the most straightforward, affordable, and easily accessible of the several AM processes. The majority of conventional polymer feedstocks used in FDM lack sufficient mechanical strength and thermal stability, which limits their use in load-bearing or structural components. This effort aims to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 743–751 Read article
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AI-Designed Functionally Graded Polymer Composites for Multifunctional Thin Films
Abstract: The design of multifunctional polymer composite thin films requires simultaneous optimization of mechanical, optical, barrier, and thermal properties—objectives often in conflict when using conventional homogeneous materials. This study presents an artificial intelligence-driven framework for designing functionally graded material (FGM) architectures in polymer nanocomposite thin films. We integrated machine learning with physics-based modeling to optimize compositional gradients across film thickness, achieving superior performance compared to homogeneous and discrete multilayer alternatives. A …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1026–1041 Read article
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Water Chestnut Stem-Derived Biochar Supported AgNPs/AC-CTS-PVA Composite Gel for Wastewater Treatment and Potent Antibacterial Performance
Abstract: In the present study, green and efficient Ag-NPs functionalized activated carbon/chitosan-polyvinyl alcohol (AgNPs/AC-CTS-PVA) composite gel was successfully synthesized using water chestnut stem-derived biochar for wastewater treatment and antibacterial applications. The composite was characterized by FTIR, XRD, SEM-EDX, and TGA analyses, confirming the successful incorporation of crystalline Ag nanoparticles within the polymeric matrix and improved thermal stability. The material was tested regarding the removal of the dye of methylene blue (MB) …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1129–1144 Read article
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Application of Natural and Synthetic Polymer-Based Disintegrants in the Design of Fast Dissolving Cefuroxime Axetil Tablet Composites
Abstract: The current paper examines how natural and synthetic polymer-based disintegrants can be used to design fast-soluble types of tablet composites. A model drug was chosen and tablets were prepared by the direct compression method using different polymeric excipients, such as guar gum, locust bean gum, sodium starch glycolate (SSG) and cross povidone. Eight formulations were prepared and tested on the basis of critical material and performance characteristics including thickness, hardness, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1348–1360 Read article
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Polymeric Emulsion Composite System Enriched with Eggshell-Derived Biominerals for Dermal Delivery
Abstract: This study describes the development and characterization of a sustainable polymeric water-in-oil (W/O) emulsion composite designed for dermal delivery and skin repair applications. The formulation was prepared using a lipid-rich biopolymeric matrix containing glyceryl stearate, beeswax, and plant-derived ingredients, which acted as the continuous phase for stabilizing and dispersing inorganic mineral fillers. Eggshell waste was utilized as a natural calcium source and combined with magnesium and zinc oxide to create …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Enhanced Mechanical Properties of AZ31 Magnesium Alloy Composite Reinforced with Carbon Nanotubes and Nano hydroxyapatite
Abstract: Magnesium alloys represent a novel category of biodegradable materials, offering numerous advantages in addressing the limitations associated with conventional biomedical materials. Magnesium-based metallic biomaterials offer a promising solution for fixing fractures, ensuring effective treatment without the inconvenience of subsequent implant removal procedures. In the present work, AZ31 Mg-alloy was chosen as the base material. Five specimens were meticulously fabricated, each varying in weight percentages of reinforcement materials: 0wt%, 0.5wt%, 1wt%, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 206–217 Read article
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Hybrid Quantum–Machine Learning Framework for Nonlinear Rheological Modeling of Polymer and Composite Materials
Abstract: In polymer and composite materials, a major challenge lies in predicting their nonlinear rheological response, owing to complex multiscale interactions that are not captured by traditional constitutive laws or conventional machine learning approaches. In this study, a hybrid Quantum–Machine Learning (QML) model comprising Quantum Support Vector Machine (QSVM) and Quantum Neural Network (QNN) architectures is proposed for viscosity prediction without requiring any specific rheological equation. To train and test the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 · pp. 19–35 Read article
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Potential Applications of Ceramic Matrix Composites: Advancements, Benefits and Challenges
Abstract: Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) are materials that mix or fuse ceramic fibres with a ceramic matrix to synthesize a composite/compound. CMCs may be manufactured from a range of ceramic materials, including carbon, carbon fibers, silicon carbide, glass ceramic, alumina, etc. The CMC’s final qualities are determined by its production method and the type of filler employed. Recent breakthroughs in CMC technology have resulted in considerable performance gains, making them suitable …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 99–107 Read article
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Mechanical Properties of Titanium and Nickel based Nano Composite Super Alloys: A Review
Abstract: To overcome the problems facing in traditional commercial alloys, lot of studies are going on to replace them with composites and super alloys. At present manufacturing world scenario titanium and then nickel based Nano composites (NC) showing their major importance in aeronautical, jet propulsion and gas turbine industries.The research explores in advent of nanoparticles in to metals to get NCs are now changing from classical reinforcement to new types of …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Composite Material-Based Leaf Spring for Vehicle-A Review
Abstract: This study is meant to be a comprehensive resource for designing a leaf spring using various composites, as automobile ventures are showing a strong interest in swapping out steel leaf springs for composite leaf springs in order to reduce weight, which is an important step for energy conservation as it lowers the vehicle's overall fuel consumption. Software like CAITA, Creo, etc. is used by certain authors to design leaf springs, …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 24–33 Read article
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Catalytic Performance of Fe Modified Zeolite Beta for Synthesis of Xylene
Abstract: The catalytic performance of metal exchanged zeolite for the synthesis of xylene was determined in the present investigation. The experiments were carried out for alkylation of toluene with methanol over Fe modified zeolite beta for the production of xylene in a plug flow reactor. Modification of zeolite beta with Fe brings significant increase in the activity of catalyst and selectivity of the product xylene. A time on stream study showed …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 27–34 Read article
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Date waste as environmentally friendly composites
Abstract: Our country, Iraq, is one of the country's first lead in the world in the palm cultivation and this in turn provides a very copious amounts of dates and that the remnants of this plant material useful is the seeds of this date, which is used as animal feed and as a material with a very low cost. This study gives a method of manufacture can be take advantage of …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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An Experimental Investigation on Hybrid Polymeric Composite Materials Reinforced with Sisal & Acacia Fiber
Abstract: AbstractThe demand for wood materials in the construction of building field is on the rise. This leads to the depletion of natural resources and encourages deforestation. The polymeric composite materials reinforced with natural fiber are being used as a wood substitute and is also used for fabricating interior parts of the automobiles. Acacia fiber is also added to the polyester resin, since it is good in compressive and tensile strength. …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Effect of Mixing Time on Mechanical Properties of Epoxy-Fly Ash Composite
Abstract: Particulate reinforced polymer composites have been designed to improve the (polymer) composite properties and with reduction of cost. In the present study, fly-ash is used as a filler material. Samples are made with different mixing times i.e. 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 min. Ultrasonic and magnetic mixing are the two ways to mix the particulate as fillers. The resulting mechanical properties such as flexural strength, tensile strength and …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Numerical Prediction of Shear Modulus of Multi-Layer PUF Cored Sandwich Composites
Abstract: The present numerical investigation was mainly concerned with the evaluation of apparent shear modulus (Gc) of multi-layered polyurethane foam cored sandwich beams using a novel approach through the medium of general purpose program i.e. FEM/ANSYS. Aiming to the goal, three-point bending analysis was performed on sandwich beam models made up of composite face sheets and multi-layer polyurethane foam cores of different layer densities. Finite element models of sandwich beams were …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 53–61 Read article
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Flexural Characterization of Sandwich Composites; Effect of Varying PU Foam Density and E-Glass Fabric on Flexural Strength
Abstract: AbstractThis paper presents the results of an extensive investigation on flexural behavior and failure mechanisms of sandwich composites with polyurethane (PU) foam core and glass reinforced vinylester as facesheet. The sandwich structures with PU foam of varied density and glass fibres of different architecture are tested under three point bending. The experimental values of face bending strength (FBS) and core shear stress (CSS) are evaluated. Effect of core density and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 29–43 Read article
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Creep Analysis Characterization and Study of Biodegradation Effect on Compression Molded LDPE/Cellulose Composites
Abstract: AbstractSynthetic polymers are important industrial materials, but their everyday use is hazardous to the environment. The solution to this seems to lie in modification of their structure through blending with biopolymers. Low density polyethylene (LDPE) and Cellulose were used in sample preparation for research in this work. LDPE/starch composites have undesirable properties and so there was need to explore LDPE/cellulose composites and evaluate their susceptibility to primary biodegradation. Compression molded …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 37–45 Read article
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Optimization of Dry sliding Wear Performance of pongamia oil cake filled Basalt Epoxy Composites by Taguchi Approach
Abstract: The study finds a possible utilization of natural pongamia oil cake for developing a new vista in the incorporation of the oily nature of natural waste material into polymer matrix composites. The woven basalt fibres were reinforced within an epoxy matrix incorporated with distinct weight percentages of pongamia oil cake (up to 6wt. %) and composite samples were composed by using resin transfer moulding process. The experimentation has been carried …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 8–16 Read article