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Improved Photocatalytic Activity for Removal of Methylene Blue Dye from Aqueous Solutions with La2O3-Modified Ceria Heterostructured Binary Oxide Nanocomposite Particles
Abstract: The current study aimed to examine the photocatalytic efficacy of a bimetallic CeO2-La2O3 hetero-NC in comparison to monometallic CeO2 and La2O3 nanoparticles (NPs), utilizing Methylene Blue (MB)as pollutant sample under natural solar and UV irradiation. The coprecipitation method was utilized to produce a bimetallic CeO2-La2O3 hetero-NC. Following this, the nanostructures underwent characterization through various techniques including FT-IR, FE-SEM, XRD, UV Vis- DRS, Raman, and Photoluminescence spectroscopy. The catalytic activity of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 514–532 Read article
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Exploring the Synergy of High Performance Composite Concrete Strength and Sustainable Construction Practice
Abstract: This research evaluates how the combination of industrial waste materials optimizes composite concrete structure strength and services the interests of sustainable construction development. This research examines two major environmental problems stemming from ordinary Portland cement clinker manufacturing and landfill accumulation of non-biodegradable porcelain waste. The research employed alccofine dosage of 16% as a supplementary cementitious material (SCM) with high pozzolanic activity to combat these problems. Processed porcelain waste aggregates filled …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 47–58 Read article
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Facile Synthesis and Characterization of Cd²⁺ Doped NiAl₂O₄ Nanoparticles for Advanced Polymer Composite Integration
Abstract: Ni1-xCdxAl2O4, where 0 ≤ x ≤ 0.5, was successfully synthesized using the chemical co-precipitation technique, a scalable and cost-effective route suitable for composite material applications. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis revealed a crystalline cubic spinel structure for the resulting nanoparticles, with determined crystallite sizes ranging from 36 to 12 nm for NiAl2O4 and Cd-doped NiAl2O4. The respective band gaps for the materials were found to be 3.51 and 4.18 eV. Infrared …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 59–72 Read article
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Green Fabrication of Glutaraldehyde-Crosslinked Chitosan/PVA Biocomposite for Heavy Metal Removal from Wastewater
Abstract: Chitosan (CS) and Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) are polymers that possess biodegradable, biocompatible, and non-toxic properties, making them suitable for wastewater treatment applications. The primary objective of this research is to chemically modify chitosan in a novel manner to enhance its ability to remove hexavalent chromium Cr(VI) from aqueous solutions. In this study, a composite material was synthesized by crosslinking PVA and CS with glutaraldehyde (GA), resulting in the formation of …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 59–83 Read article
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An Experimental Study on Multi-Criteria Parameters Optimization of Process for Al6351/SiC/Gr Metal Matrix Composites Using AHP-TOPSIS Approach
Abstract: This research focuses on optimizing the process parameters of Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (WEDM) for a hybrid Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) comprising Al6351 aluminum alloy reinforced with 4% SiC and 6% graphite (Gr), fabricated via squeeze casting. This technique enables the formation of dense, defect-free composites with uniform reinforcement distribution, enhancing both mechanical properties and structural integrity. Microstructural characterization using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) confirmed the even dispersion and bonding …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 303–319 Read article
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Development and Characterization of Pseudo-Elastic Ternary Cu-Al-Be Shape Memory Alloy and Its Scope as Shape Memory Hybrid Composites
Abstract: This research investigated the potential of the Cu-11.95Al-0.51Be shape memory alloy (SMA) for vibration damping applications. This specific composition of the alloy was selected to ensure the presence of the austenite phase (ß-phase) and to evaluate the pseudo-elastic (SE) behavior. This research explores the design, fabrication, and characterization of a pseudo-elastic ternary alloy. The key parameters examined in this study were the alloy phase and pseudo-elastic behavior. Other important factors, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 370–385 Read article
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Development of Polymer–Micro-Aluminum Composites for Lightweight Engineering Applications
Abstract: This research focuses on the systematic development of polymer–micro aluminum composites, with polypropylene (PP) and epoxy selected as representative polymer matrices. Micro aluminum fillers in the range of 5–25 wt.% were incorporated through melt blending (PP) and casting (epoxy), and the resulting composites were evaluated in terms of mechanical performance, microstructural integrity, and crystalline characteristics. Tensile strength of the composites increased significantly, from 31 MPa in neat PP to 44 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Role of Strontium in Structural and Dielectric characterstics of Barium Titanate
Abstract: Ba₀.₇₅Sr₀.₂₅TiO₃ (BST) compound was synthesized through the conventional solid-state reaction methodology, aimed at investigating its structural, microstructural, and dielectric characteristics. The structural characterization was executed employing X-ray diffraction (XRD), and the resultant diffraction patterns were refined utilizing the Rietveld method, which substantiated the establishment of a single-phase perovskite configuration exhibiting tetragonal symmetry and belonging to the P4mm space group. The refined lattice parameters revealed subtle distortions correlating with the substitution …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1157–1163 Read article
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Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles of Cissus Quandrangularis and It’s Virtual Screening Against Gastric Cancer
Abstract: Gastric cancer, also known as stomach cancer, is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally and remains a major health challenge due to its poor prognosis and high mortality, largely attributed to late-stage diagnosis. In this context, plant-based nanomaterials are gaining momentum for targeted therapeutic applications. Cissus quadrangularis, a medicinal plant native to India from the Vitaceae family, is traditionally used for its diverse healing properties. Its stem, in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1551–1569 Read article
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Fabrication and Assessment of Tribological Performance of Nickel-Graphene-MXene Hybrid Nano-composites
Abstract: As industries such as aerospace, automotive, defence, and electronics demand materials with superior wear resistance, high strength, and thermal stability, traditional metals are reaching their performance limits. Hybrid nanocomposites offer a pathway to meet these stringent requirements. In this study, novel Nickel-Graphene-MXene hybrid nanocomposites were fabricated using a powder metallurgy route, incorporating varying weight percentages (up to 2 wt.%) of MXene and 1 wt.% graphene nanosheets into a nickel matrix …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 780–798 Read article
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Multifunctional and Photocatalytic Properties of DyFeO₃/Dy₃Fe₅O₁₂ Biphasic Nanoparticles
Abstract: Rare-earth orthoferrites constitute a class of compounds that exhibit remarkable magnetic, optical, and electronic properties across a wide temperature range. In the present study, a dysprosium-based orthoferrite containing dual phases of DyFeO₃ perovskite and Dy₃Fe₅O₁₂ garnet was successfully synthesized via the co-precipitation technique. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis was employed to investigate the structural configuration of the synthesized material. The diffraction pattern confirmed the formation of a biphasic composite comprising orthorhombic …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 41–54 Read article
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Characterization and Antimicrobial Investigations of Isomeric Pr(III) Juglonates
Abstract: Hydroxy napthoquinone derivatives constitute an interesting group of ligands which is recognized as ‘Juglones’. Isomeric Lawsone-Juglone and Phthiocol-Plumbagin are the most important members of the Juglone series and are biologically active, having natural origin. They form isomeric pairs of ligands resulting into isomeric pairs of metal chelates. The isomerism is occurring due to formation of either five or six membered rings in the metal chelates. In the present work Prasodymium …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 545–552 Read article
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Revolutionizing Petrology and Mineralogy: The Study of AI and Advanced Sensor Technologies
Abstract: Petrology and mineralogy are fundamental to understanding Earth's intricate processes, from crustal evolution to economic resource formation. However, traditional methods, while precise, are often laborious, time-consuming, and occasionally subject to interpretive bias. This abstract explores the transformative potential of integrating cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced sensor technologies to revolutionize data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation in these critical geosciences. Advanced sensor technologies, including high-resolution spectral imaging (hyperspectral, Raman), automated X-ray …
Published in International Journal of Minerals · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Microstructure Analysis and Material Properties of Weld Slag as Fine Aggregate in Concrete
Abstract: To reduce the amount of river sand used, researchers and engineers have developed their own solutions. The well-known technique of submerged-arc welding can create high-quality welds in a variety of thicknesses for ferrous, stainless, and even some non-ferrous metals. The procedure involves an electric current flowing constantly between a welding wire and the work piece, creating an arc. In submerged arc welding, the shielding flux is transformed into slag during …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Experimental Study on the Impact of Polymer (PAM) in Enhancing Oil Recovery in Upper Assam Basin Oil fields
Abstract: The Upper Assam Basin, one of India’s most mature and extensively exploited hydrocarbon provinces, is experiencing declining oil production due to reservoir depletion and unfavorable crude oil–brine–rock (COBR) interactions. In this context, alkali–polymer (AP) flooding has emerged as a promising chemical enhanced oil recovery (EOR) strategy. AP flooding reduces interfacial tension (IFT) through in-situ surfactant generation by alkali and improves sweep efficiency via polymer-based mobility control, typically using polyacrylamide (PAM). …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 283–296 Read article
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Electroactive Graphene–Polymer Nanocomposites for Self-Sustaining and Multifunctional Flexible Devices
Abstract: Graphene–reinforced polymer–composites were developed and systematically investigated to explore their multifunctionality in flexible electronic applications. The study specifically aims to correlate graphene-induced structure–property–function relationships with electroactive performance and self-sustaining behaviour in flexible devices. The hybridization of electroactive polymers—polyaniline (PANI), poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene): polystyrene sulphonate (PEDOT:PSS), and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF)—with graphene nanoplatelets enabled simultaneous enhancement of electroactivity, energy-harvesting, and sensing functionalities. Morphological studies confirmed uniform graphene dispersion at 5 wt.% loading, forming continuous …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 260–271 Read article
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Exploration of Copper Oxide PVA/PEG Paraffin Polymer Composites for Enhanced Thermal Performance of Nano-Enhanced Phase Change Materials and Their Environmental Impact
Abstract: This study investigates the synthesis, characterization, and application of copper oxide (CuO) nanoparticles integrated into polymer-based paraffin wax composites for advanced thermal management applications. CuO nanoparticles were synthesized using a wet chemical approach and characterized through X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and dynamic light scattering (DLS), confirming their crystalline structure, morphology, and nanoscale size distribution. The synthesized nanoparticles were incorporated into polymer-supported phase change …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 156–173 Read article
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Sustainable High-Strength Geopolymer Composite Reinforced with Nano-Silica and Basalt Fibers: Mechanical and Microstructural Evaluation
Abstract: Sustainable soil composites (SSC) were formulated by incorporating red earth with varying proportions of bagasse ash (BA) and hydrated lime to enhance geotechnical performance and promote the reuse of agro-industrial waste. Red earth served as the primary structural matrix, BA functioned as a pozzolanic filler, and lime acted as a chemical stabilizer. BA content ranged from 0% to 60%, identifying 10% as the optimum level for significant improvement, and lime …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 1113–1122 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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Energy Storage Properties of hy-BST3/PVDF Nanocomposite for Dielectric Capacitor Application
Abstract: In the present research work, we have synthesized the ferroelectric ceramic Ba0.7 Sr0.3TiO3 (BST3)/PVDF (Polyvinylidene difluoride). Polymer nanocomposites for energy storage applications, designed to synergistically combine the high dielectric permittivity of hydroxylated barium strontium titanate (hy-BST3) with the mechanical flexibility and electroactive properties of poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF). Hydroxylated Barium Strontium Titanate (hy-BST3) has been synthesized using the sol-gel combustion method followed by surface hydroxylation using H2O2 to achieve nanoscale particles …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 908–918 Read article