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498 articles for “plasticizer”
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Automotive Plastics and Polymer Composites: A Road Map for Future Mobility of Electric Vehicles
Abstract: The automotive industry is in the process of achieving a major shift toward green vehicles faster than ever with the heightened demand for energy efficient products, namely EVs. This evolution is closely linked with use of such composite materials like plastics and polymer composites. Lithium manganates and other similar materials provide extraordinary benefits such as lightweight, high density energy storage capability, and affordable to manufacture. Due to its advantages in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 378–392 Read article
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Soft Computing Based Prediction of Deviator Stress of Waste Plastic Reinforced Sand
Abstract: In the recent past, the soft computing techniques have received a significant attention for solution of the geotechnical stability problems. Following the trend, the present study tries to explore the use of different soft computing techniques such as random forest regression, support vector machines (SVM) RBF kernel, SVM poly kernel and M5P model tree for the prediction of deviator stress of sand reinforced with waste plastic strips. The deviator stress …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Study on Soil Stabilization using Cement and Plastic Fibres
Abstract: Soils pose problems to civil engineers in general and to geotechnical engineers in particular. They cause damage to structure founded in them because of their potential to react to changes in moisture regime. Soil stabilization is the process of altering some soil properties by different methods, mechanical or chemical in order to produce an improvement soil material which has all the desired engineering properties. In the present work, an attempt …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Review on Hole Making in Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic Laminates
Abstract: AbstractThe existence of fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) laminates in the world since 1940s, and its application is till date growing continuously. The research papers published in this field focused on the manufacturing of laminates to its final uses. The FRPs can be manufactured by various processes, but its assembly of laminated product required a hole. Hole in laminate may be produced by means of conventional or unconventional machining. Major attention …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 44–51 Read article
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Biquid Filter Based Equalization Through Plastic Optical Fiber
Abstract: Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) is increasingly recognized for its advantages in high-speed data transmission, particularly over short distances. Unlike traditional glass optical fiber, POF uses a polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) core with a fluorinated polymer cladding, resulting in a larger core diameter that simplifies alignment and splicing. Recent advancements include the development of graded-index POF (GI-POF), where the core's refractive index gradually decreases from the center outward, minimizing modal dispersion and …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 Read article
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Study of Ablation Characteristics Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic with Silicon Carbide Pores
Abstract: Significant thermal stress is placed on spacecraft during atmospheric re-entry, primarily due to aerodynamic heating. This intense heat can cause severe material damage threatening the spacecraft's structural integrity. To address this challenge, efforts are focused on improving the ablation resistence of spacecraft components. In this work, carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) composites containing silicon carbide (SiC) holes are explored as a potential solution for enhancing thermal protection system. Four different …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 617–627 Read article
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Red Earth Development of a Soil-Based Composite Using Bagasse Ash and Lime: Effects on Plasticity and Compaction Characteristics of Red Earth
Abstract: The concept of sustainable soil composites (SSC) emerges through blending red earth with bagasse ash (BA) and hydrated lime to enhance geotechnical properties and enable productive reuse of agro-industrial waste. Red earth functions as the matrix, BA acts as a fine pozzolanic microfiller, and lime serves as the chemical binder. BA content ranges from 0% to 60%, with 10% identified as optimal; subsequent lime additions from 1% to 5% evaluate …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 1147–1158 Read article
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Developments of Fiber-reinforced Plastics
Abstract: This article is a description of fiber-reinforced plastic to subject composite, where individual constitutions have been reinforced to develop better properties than individual materials. Fiber-reinforced composite materials are alternatives over solitary metals or alloys in terms of strength, stiffness, density, and low cost with improved sustenance. Differential behavior from composited formation has functionally upgraded after usage from the equivalent differential proportion of filler added. Or add-in addendum has been implicated …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Smart Cloth Bag Vending Machine
Abstract: Abstract—India is a developing country and being residence of this developing country we have seen many changes, changes that have pushed us up in the row of modern country. There are many that has helped us to this development one of which is plastic, most of the things in the middle class house are made up of plastic so thanks to plastic, But sorry to plastic at the same time, …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Potential of Midrib of Cocos nucifera Leaf for Reinforcement of Plastics
Abstract: AbstractCoconut palm (Cocos nucifera) is an abundant crop of tropical areas. In the present work, mechanical properties of midrib of coconut palm leaf as tensile strength, tensile modulus, flexural strength, flexural modulus impact strength and elongation at break is experimentally determined and compared with other fibers. Single-fiber pull-out test is conducted to determine critical embedded length and interfacial adhesion between fiber and matrix for reinforcement in polyester resin. Tensile test …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Investigation on Clay Soil Stabilization using Plastic Powder
Abstract: A huge amount of black cotton soil or clayey soil is available all around the world which leads to a waste of land for construction uses, since it has expansiveness, swelling and shrinkage properties etc. So we have tried to resolve this problem by stabilizing the black cotton soil by waste material marble powder. This study impact with the effect of PP (PP) on expansive soil by conducting the laboratory …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Feasibility Study of Reetha Powder (Sapindus trifoliatus) as a Plasticizer Admixture in Concrete
Abstract: With on-going research and development activities in the field of concrete admixtures, emphasis is laid on use of naturally available organic material to enhance properties of concrete. Reetha (Sapindus trifoliatus), is popularly used in ayurvedic medicines such as shampoo and other products because of its excellent foaming and cleansing properties. This study emphasizes on the effect of natural admixtures such as reetha powder concrete (RPC) in comparison with super plasticizers …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 76–86 Read article
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Epigenetic Regulation and Plasticity in Human Diseases
Abstract: In normal human development as well as in the case of diseased development, epigenetic changes are involved. The role of plasticity is important and directed on the understanding feature of epithelial cell biology, and maybe a significant pathway for disease pathobiology and pathogenesis. During embryonic development, an epigenetic mechanism is important for the growth and development of genetically identical cells that are obtained from different outcomes. In this review study, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Measurement of Indoor Radon Concentration in a Residential House of Surrey (BC) Canada using LR-115 type II Plastic Detector
Abstract: Indoor radon concentration activity measurement has been considered as a useful parameter in evaluation of health hazards due to radon. The major health hazard is lung cancer attributable to radon in Canada which causes 16% of total lung cancer deaths. The purpose of this study is to determine indoor radon concentration (Bq/m3) and effective annual dose (mSv/yr) in a residential building. Plastic detector LR-115 Type II has been used for …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Effect of Burnishing on the Surface Quality and Hardness of ABS Plastic Samples Fabricated with Fused Deposition Modeling
Abstract: Quality of surface is one of the important factors to decide the performance of a manufactured product. Fused deposition modeling has been used to fabricate the stepped cylindrical samples for surface roughness evaluation. The axis of the stepped cylinder was oriented as horizontal to minimize the time of fabrication. Evidently the surface quality was not satisfactory due to the staircase effect. Using burnishing process, an attempt was made to improve …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Investigating the Functionality of Graphene Fiber Reinforced Plastic (GFRP) Laminates
Abstract: The increased adaptability and usefulness of glass-fiber reinforced polymer has led to its widespread adoption. GFRP laminates can be improved by including filler materials to improve their already impressive set of qualities. The demand for the research and development of advanced composites with enhanced properties has never been greater, and this is especially true for composites that are lightweight but have enhanced tensile and flexural qualities. An example of a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 6, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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The effect of cooling time and colorant pigment on the dimensional accuracy of plastic injection molded closure
Abstract: Dimensional accuracy is a critical aspect of precision injection molding, with the products generally required to conform to set tolerances. Major causes of these deviations are reported to be related to the polymer material, part geometry, injection mold design, and process parameters. This study investigated the effects of material color pigment and its interaction with process cooling time on product dimensional accuracy. This study was conducted experimentally, where three levels …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 12, 2023 · pp. 93–100 Read article
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Dynamic deformation and microstructural characteristics of AA5083 under the influence of electrochemical behaviour using equal channel angular pressing
Abstract: Large-scale Equal channel angular pressing is a great engineering material that has more potential for AA5083 industrial applications. Uniaxial dynamic compressive tests across a temperature of 448 K were conducted for the ECAP technique AA5083 in order to create such a design framework. The microstructure was described using transmission electron microscopy and scanning electron microscope both before and after dynamic loading. The plastic flow behaviour of the AA5083 was described …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 95–112 Read article
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Investigating the Combined Effect of FDM 3D Printing Parameters on Tensile Behavior of ABS Plastic Using Taguchi Method.
Abstract: Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) is a commonly utilized method in additive manufacturing. FDM is greatly affected by its printing parameters, which is why selecting the proper parameters is crucial for obtaining the desired properties of 3D printed parts. In this paper we have experimentally and statistically studied the influence of FDM 3D printing parameters (infill pattern, infill density and layer thickness) on tensile strength using Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) filament. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 161–169 Read article
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Investigation of Exergy and Energy with Fibre Reinforced Plastic Composite (FRP) Tube Based Solar Still using PCM material via Theoretical and Computational Approach
Abstract: A FRP (Fibre Reinforced Polymer) material-based solar still is an advanced design approach in solar desalination systems, where the traditional construction materials (like metal or concrete) are replaced or enhanced with FRP composites. A FRP composite material tubular solar still is a lightweight desalination equipment with a substantial condensing area in comparison to other types of solar stills. Nonetheless, their effectiveness is often limited by fluctuating climatic circumstances. This study …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 66–78 Read article