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111 articles for “modulus reinforcement”
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Experimental Evaluations of the Tensile and Impact Characteristics of Polypropylene Composites Reinforced with Hybrid Fibers
Abstract: In marine engineering design, polymeric composites reinforced with natural fibers are frequently used. Through hybridization, natural fiber plastic composites' mechanical properties can be improved. Assessing the performance of recycled newspaper fiber (rNF) and rNF/glass fiber (GF) hybrid polypropylene composites is the aim of the current experiment. Using maleic anhydride (MA) as a coupling agent, the effects of GF loading on the impact strength and tensile behavior of composite materials with …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 30–39 Read article
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Artificial Intelligence and Constitutive Modeling Equations for Predictive Design of High-Performance Polymer Composites
Abstract: Growing polymer composite applications demand accurate mechanical prediction, yet complex interactions and conventional constitutive models limit predictive capability and require extensive calibration. To report these challenges, this research recommends a combined Artificial Intelligence (AI) and constitutive modeling approach based on an Enhanced Tasmanian Devil Optimizer-tuned Residual Neural Network with Multilayer Perceptron (ETDO-ResNet-MLP) for the predictive design of high-performance polymer composites. The study uses a publicly available Polymer Composite Property Dataset …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Modelling of Concrete Slab Tensile Stresses for Apron International Al-Najaf Airport
Abstract: The objective of this study was to develop Three Dimensional Finite Element Model (3D-FEM) that can be used to investigate the structural analysis of apron area plain and reinforced concrete slab under Airbus A380-800 aircraft land gear loading. The computer program ANSYS (2014) was selected to develop 3D-FEM for this study. Suggested rigid pavement for apron area was studied with different thickness (20,30, 40 and 50 mm) and Young modululi …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 7–18 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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Evaluation of Modified Nanoparticles' Effects on Polypropylene Composites
Abstract: Numerous sectors use nanoparticles and nanocomposites in a range of applications, including medicine, textiles, cosmetics, agriculture, optics, food packaging, optoelectronics, semiconductors, aerospace, building materials, and catalysis. Polymeric nanocomposites, which combine organic polymers with inorganic nanoparticles, are a novel family of materials that perform better than their microparticle counterparts. They should therefore enhance the field of engineering applications. A polymer matrix's characteristics can be drastically changed by the addition of inorganic …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 23–34 Read article
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Computational Analysis of Leaf Spring System with Functionally Graded Materials Using ANSYS
Abstract: Leaf springs are important parts of a vehicle’s suspension system, and their main function is to absorb shocks, improve stability, and make the ride more comfortable. Traditionally, ASTM A36 steel is used because it is strong, long-lasting, affordable, and easy to get. However, this type of steel is very dense, which makes vehicles heavier. This extra weight makes the vehicle less efficient and increases emissions. Because of these issues, there …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 380–397 Read article
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Glass Fiber Layer Effect on Chemico-mechanical Properties of Light Cure Adhesive Systems
Abstract: Introduction: Orthodontic adhesives should have clinically acceptable shear and tensile bond strength to withstand masticatory forces and those generated by treatment mechanics. Mechanical properties of the adhesive, such as flexural modulus of elasticity, tensile strength, and compressive strength, are more heavily influenced by the resin matrix's Degree of cure (DC). Aim: The study compares the effect of the Glass fiber layer on Chemico-mechanical properties using three different light cure adhesive …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Experimental Study on Fresh and Mechanical Properties of Crimpled Steel Fibers in Self-compacting Concrete
Abstract: The flow and strength characteristics of fiber-reinforced self-compacting concrete (SCC) with different aspect (l/d) ratios of fibers are recommended to be studied. After achieving a satisfactory SCC mix, crimped steel fibers with l/d ratio 30 are designated as CSF30; with l/d ratio 40 are designated as CSF40, with l/d ratio 50 is designated as CSF50 and with l/d ratio 62.5 is designated as CSF62.5 fibers are added at a fixed …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 65–75 Read article
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Substantial Enrichment of Mechanical, Thermal and Electrical Properties of Thermoplastic Polyester Elastomer by Melt Blending with Nano-ZnO
Abstract: Polymers are more reinforced with nano metal oxides, a completely flexible composite of engineering that simplifies the way of exhibiting good mechanical and chemical features. Polymer mixtures represent a very vital field in the handling of innovative ingredients, which have better features than net polymers. Polymer mixtures are able to deliver ingredients with prolonged useful features beyond the range that can be achieved from a single polymer equivalent. A methodical …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 4, 2023 · pp. 13–23 Read article
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Substantial Enrichment of Mechanical, Thermal and Electrical Properties of Thermoplastic Polyester Elastomer by Melt Blending with Nano-ZnO
Abstract: Polymers are more reinforced with nano-metal oxides, a completely flexible composite of engineering that simplifies the way of exhibiting good mechanical and chemical features. Polymer mixtures represent a very vital field in the handling of innovative ingredients, which have better features than net polymers. Polymer mixtures can deliver ingredients with prolonged useful features beyond the range that can be achieved from a single polymer equivalent. A methodical study was performed …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 12–22 Read article
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A Study of the Effect of Sodium Hydroxide and Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Surface Treatments on Natural Fibers
Abstract: Due to its accessibility, environmental friendliness, renewability, CO2-neutrality, flexibility, low density, and low cost, natural fibre (NF) can have a significant impact on the area of fibre reinforced polymer composite (FRPC) as a reinforcing material. Banana fiber (BF)/calotropis gigantea fiber (CGF) could be a potential candidate for synthetic FRPC replacement. Plant derive banana and calotropis gigantea fibers are valuable NFs that are abundantly available in Bangladesh. The purpose of this …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–11 Read article