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98 articles for “reinforced corrosion”
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Experimental and CFD Investigation of an Epoxy-Based Thermally Conductive Polymer Composite U-Tube Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchanger: A Lightweight Alternative to Conventional Metal Systems
Abstract: Shell-and-tube heat exchangers continue to play a critical role in industrial thermal systems; however, their conventional design based on fully metallic materials often leads to challenges related to weight, corrosion, and cost. In recent years, thermally conductive polymer composites have emerged as promising alternatives, offering improved corrosion resistance and design flexibility. In this study, the thermo-hydraulic performance of a U-tube shell-and-tube heat exchanger is investigated by partially replacing conventional metallic …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 685–700 Read article
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Advanced Polymer Composites for Dental Applications: A Study on Twin Wire Tucker Mechanism
Abstract: This study explores the development of advanced polymer composites for dental applications, particularly focusing on the twin wire tucker mechanism. The study investigates the polymer chemistry underlying the mechanical properties of polymer-based dental instruments, emphasizing the stability, flexibility, and ergonomic benefits of polymer composites in orthodontic applications. The incorporation of reinforced polymers into dental instruments aims to enhance performance, durability, and patient comfort. By integrating high-strength polymers with superior biocompatibility, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Polymer Composite-Enhanced Anaerobic Digestion of Kitchen Waste for Optimised Biogas Production: Process Design, Parametric Study, and Simulation Analysis
Abstract: There is an urgent need for decentralised sustainable biogas production from organic waste due to the rising amount of food waste in cities. The application of polymer composite material including HDPE tanks, PVC pipes, and FRP secondary containment systems presents a promising option compared to conventional MS digester fabrication in terms of durability, excellent thermal insulation capability, light weight, and easier installation. This study explores the possibility of adopting a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 803–818 Read article
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Management of Green Composite for Clean and Green Energy Conversion with Thermal Analysis: Fiber Reinforcement Composites
Abstract: Using green composite materials helps people identify better, more environmentally responsible options to synthetic polymers. Depending on the state of the material and additions, green composites that are used for clean energy are lighter than ordinary metals that carry heat quickly. These methods test fiber-reinforced composites in diverse conditions using heat analysis and then do a thorough method analysis. The composites have a polymer matrix that is healthy for the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 900–905 Read article
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Simulation of Propeller Shaft for Composite Material
Abstract: Composites are today widely used to design the automobile components as they have outstanding specific stiffness and strength properties. Weight reduction can be primarily achieved by the introduction of better material. The conventional system uses metallic shaft, has inherent limitations like heavy weight, corrosion, flexibility problems, vibrations, which magnifies with increase in shaft diameter. Advanced composite materials offer the potential to improve propulsion shafting, by reducing weight, bearing loads, alignment …
Published in Current Trends in Signal Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 16–31 Read article
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Thermo-Hydraulic Enhancement of Annular Finned Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchangers Using Epoxy-Based Polymer Composites: A Material–Geometry Coupled CFD Investigation
Abstract: Shell-and-tube heat exchangers remain a backbone of industrial thermal systems, yet their performance is often limited by relatively low shell-side heat transfer and the weight and cost associated with conventional metallic components. In this context, the integration of polymer composite materials offers a promising pathway toward lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and performance-tunable heat exchanger designs. The present study investigates the thermo-hydraulic performance of a straight-tube shell-and-tube heat exchanger equipped with annular fins, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 669–684 Read article
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Bioinspired Nanocomposite Bone Pins: Fabrication, Evaluation, and Suitability for Orthopedic Implant Applications
Abstract: Bone tissue engineering (BTE) requires scaffolds that mimic bone’s mineral–organic composition, offering mechanical strength, bioactivity, and degradation rates compatible with regeneration. Conventional metallic implants face corrosion and toxic ion release risks, while ceramics like hydroxyapatite (HAp) are bioactive but brittle. This study reports a multifunctional hybrid scaffold combining HAp for osteoconductivity; polycaprolactone (PCL) and collagen for flexibility and biocompatibility with sodium citrate for nanoparticle dispersion, ferrocene (Fc) for catalytic bioactivity; …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 526–540 Read article
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Influence of Epoxy-Based Thermally Conductive Polymer Composites on the Thermo-Hydraulic Performance of Finned Helical Coil Heat Exchangers Across Flow Regimes
Abstract: The use of polymer composites in heat exchanger applications has gained increasing attention due to their advantages in weight reduction, corrosion resistance, and design flexibility. However, their relatively low thermal conductivity compared to conventional metallic materials remains a key limitation for efficient heat transfer. In this study, the thermo-hydraulic performance of a finned helical coil heat exchanger is investigated with particular focus on epoxy-based polymer composites reinforced with thermally conductive …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 586–602 Read article
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Squeeze Casting of Hybrid Aluminum Matrix Composites: A Critical Review of Process Optimization, Reinforcement Strategies, and Performance Outcomes
Abstract: Increasing demand for lightweight, performance-oriented components in automotive, aerospace, and defense industries has driven advancements in squeeze casting, a hybrid technique merging forging and die-casting advantages to produce near-net-shape aluminum matrix composites (AMCs) with superior mechanical-tribological properties. This review critically examines the interplay of process parameters (e.g., squeeze pressure: 70–150 MPa, melt temperature: 650–800°C), reinforcement characteristics (volume fraction ≤10%, particle size: 10–71µm), and interfacial engineering strategies (flux-assisted bonding, ultrasonic dispersion) …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 52–60 Read article
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Damage Assessment and Strengthening of Transmission Line Tower at Component Level
Abstract: The damage assessment and strengthening of transmission tower is an important factor to be considered for life enhancement. The transmission towerdeteriorate due to corrosion and ageing. In this paper, analytical and experimental investigation is carried out at component level on cantilever beam made of square hollow and angle section. The damage is inflicted by reducing the stiffness of the beam. The damage is assessed based on frequency response measurements. The …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Design and Development of Fiber Sandwiched Composite Materials for the Improvement of Mechanical Properties
Abstract: This research paper presents the development and mechanical characterization of fiber sandwiched composite materials (FSCM) to address the increasing demand for high-strength, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant materials in advanced engineering sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and transportation industries. Traditional homogeneous materials such as metals, ceramics, and polymers often fail to provide a balanced combination of properties like high tensile strength, low density, toughness, abrasion resistance, and impact resistance needed for modern …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 22–37 Read article
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Prediction of Mechanical Properties for Advanced Engineering Applications utilizing Polymer Composite Materials by Machine Learning
Abstract: Polymer composites show great promise as engineering materials because of their mechanical performance, resistance to corrosion, lightweight nature, and adaptability in design. Aerospace, automotive, biomedical, maritime, and civil engineers all rely on mechanical property prediction to cut down on trial expenses, expedite product development, and optimize material selection. Speedy design optimization is not possible using traditional numerical and experimental methods due to the high costs associated with material characterisation, computational …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1258–1284 Read article
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Automation-Driven Composites: Pioneering the Next Generation of Lightweight and Sustainable Electric Vehicles
Abstract: Electric vehicle (EV) market is undergoing a dynamic change due to the changes in regulations, increasing demands of consumers, and a swift development of material science. Composite materials were one of these innovations which have become the key facilitators of lightweight, efficient and safe EV designs, with immense strength to weight ratios, corrosion resistance, and design flexibility unmatched before. The paper will discuss the growing use of composite materials in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 513–525 Read article
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Experimental Analysis of Mechanical Characteristics of Aluminium Matrix Hybrid Composite Using Seashell Powder And Coconut Shell Powder
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigate the manufacturing processes and mechanical properties of composites made of marine shell powder, coconut shell powder, and aluminium. In our project, the MMC was made of aluminium with seashell powder and aluminium with coconut shell powder. A stir casting process fabricated the Composite. The composition of aluminium, seashell powder and coconut shell powder varies. According to the criteria established by the American …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 487–494 Read article
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Drilling Effect on Fiber Composites: A Review
Abstract: Composites laminates show immense mechanical properties like strength-to-weight ratio, damage tolerance, fatigue and corrosion resistance therefore conventional materials are replaced by composites in many areas such as automobile and aircraft structure. Machining of composites is very difficult than machining of a conventional material because composites are inhomogeneous and extremely abrasive. In production drilling is important machining process used to produce hole for riveted and bolted joint. There are many improvements …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 42–50 Read article
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Hybrid Composite Behavior of Concrete-Filled Steel Tube (CFST) Columns: Review of Collapse Mechanisms and Polymer-Based Enhancements
Abstract: Concrete-Filled Steel Tube (CFST) columns are an advanced hybrid composite system where the steel tube's confinement and the concrete core's load capacity work together to improve structural performance. While commonly used in civil engineering, CFSTs can also be understood within the framework of composite materials, similar to polymer- and fiber-reinforced composites, in which interactions between phases determine strength, ductility, and failure modes. This review compiles experimental and numerical research on …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 78–97 Read article
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Effect of Aging on the Performance of Polymer Composite: A Review
Abstract: The exceptional robustness, corrosion resistance, and lightweight design, polymer composites (PCs) are crucial to modern engineering escalating the utilization of polymer composite in structural applications including aerospace engineering, automobile engineering, etc. With a greater number of positive aspects, the polymer composite also deteriorate by different environment conditions with their exposing duration considered as aging of polymer composites. However, a variety of elements influencing the ageing process determine their long-term performance. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 752–768 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