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182 articles for “microstructures”
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Superplasticity Behavior of Aluminium Alloys Through FSP: A Review
Abstract: Friction Stir Processing (FSP), an advanced modification of Friction Stir Welding (FSW), has emerged as a highly effective technique for fabricating surface composites with superior mechanical and metallurgical properties. FSP enhances the microstructure and superplastic behavior of materials, particularly aluminium alloys, by subjecting them to high strain rates at relatively low temperatures. This review paper critically examines the development and optimization of FSP for aluminium alloys, emphasizing key factors such …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 65–77 Read article
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Mechanical & Tribological Characterization of Al2024-Alumina-Graphite Reinforced Monolithic and Hybrid Composites
Abstract: This work investigates the mechanical characteristics of Al2024-Al2O3-Graphite reinforced monolithic and hybrid composites fabricated by the stir casting method. Exploratory work involved the fabrication of monolithic composites with varying Al2O3 contents (5-8 wt%) and hybrid composites with the ratios of Al2O3 (2-6 wt%) and Graphite (1-3 wt%) in matrix Al2024. For improving their dispersion, preheated reinforcement particles were introduced in matrix alloy at controlled stirring rates. A homogeneous particle distribution …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 823–836 Read article
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Nano-Silica Reinforced Crosslinked Biopolymer–PCM Composites for Improved Thermal Cycling Durability
Abstract: Crosslinked biopolymer–PCM composites reinforced with nano-silica were developed to enhance thermal cycling durability, leakage resistance, and structural stability for advanced thermal energy storage applications. A starch-based biopolymer was chemically crosslinked using citric acid to create a stable polymer network, while paraffin was employed as the phase-change medium and nano-silica (1–4 wt%) served as a multifunctional inorganic reinforcement. FTIR analysis confirmed successful esterification between citric acid and the polymer backbone, indicated …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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A Mini Review of Synthesis and Applications of Functionally Graded Materials
Abstract: Material composition or microstructure varies gradually along the thickness over a specific volume in functionally graded material (FGM) that results in spatial change in properties like thermal conductivity, strength, stiffness, electrical, magnetic, and light properties, etc. Application of the concept of FGM leads to a single product that has multiple properties in it as demanded by the operational or functional requirements of the product under service conditions. It also allows …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 54–65 Read article
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Recent Progress in Magnesium Hybrid Metal Matrix Composites: Processing, Properties, and Applications
Abstract: Magnesium hybrid composites have emerged as promising materials to meet the growing demands of advanced sectors such as biomedical, aerospace, defense, automotive, electronics, and marine industries. However, the inherent drawbacks of magnesium, specifically low wear resistance, have encouraged scientists to develop magnesium-based MMC with improved mechanical properties and thermal properties. To achieve this, various mixtures of reinforcement are employed. These include ceramics with high strength and wear resistance; solid lubricants …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1287–1301 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Green Hybrid Polymer–Inorganic Composite Systems Incorporating Palm Tree Ash and Titanium Dioxide
Abstract: The increasing requests on sustainable and high performance systems have motivated extensive investigations on polymer-based hybrid systems with bio-derived and/or functional inorganic fillers. In this review, the importance of palm tree ash (PTA) and titanium dioxide (TiO₂) as synergistic fillers for polymer–inorganic hybrid composites, particularly about structure–property relations, interfacial adhesion and durability performance, is discussed. Agricultural waste-derived palm tree ash (PTA) plays as a silica-rich filler which not only aids …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1811–1820 Read article
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Biopolymer–Cement Hybrid Panels from Recycled Paper Mill Reject: Experimental Characterisation and Machine Learning Optimization
Abstract: The increased rate of the accumulation of industrial residues in the developing countries is a major cause of concern for the environment. The current study brings forth the use of industrial residues in the form of the production of eco-friendly building materials as a sustainable approach to their valorization. The valorization of recycled paper mill reject, a cellulose-based biopolymeric industrial residue, is being addressed in this study as a reinforcement …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 67–90 Read article
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Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Corrosion-Induced Failures in Copper-Tin Alloy (Cu-Sn) and Aluminum-Magnesium Alloy (Al-Mg) Connectors: A Stress–Corrosion Coupling Analysis
Abstract: The utilization of an integrated experimental and finite element modelling (FEM) methodology, this study investigates the degradation and failure mechanisms in polymer composite electrical connectors exposed to aggressive environmental conditions. Epoxy- and polyamide-based composites, reinforced with carbon and glass fibers, were subjected to accelerated salt spray and humidity–temperature cycles to simulate prolonged outdoor exposure. Electrochemical and environmental aging experiments revealed that chloride ions and moisture ingress were responsible for matrix …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 366–379 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Processing-Property Relationships in Metal and Polymer Matrix Composites: A Unified Statistical Framework for Hardness Characterization
Abstract: Composite materials, encompassing both metal matrix composites (MMCs) and polymer matrix composites (PMCs), exhibit complex processing-property relationships that fundamentally govern their mechanical performance across diverse applications. This study presents a unified statistical framework for analyzing hardness characteristics in composite systems, using aluminum-tungsten carbide (Al-WC) metal matrix composites as a representative model system while establishing connections to polymer matrix composite behavior. The investigation employed comprehensive processing parameter optimization, microstructural characterization, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 419–430 Read article
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3D Printing of Polymer-Based Functionally Graded Materials: Recent Developments and Challenges
Abstract: Additive manufacturing (AM), specifically 3D printing, has become a useful technique for fabricating functionally graded materials (FGMs) because it can facilitate the spatial distribution of materials. Polymer FGMs (P-FGMs) have gained a great deal of interest due to their lightweight, customizable, multifunctional properties. In comparison to conventional fabrication, 3D printing allows better control of composition and microstructure, which results in materials with controlled mechanical, thermal, and biological properties. This review …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 338–347 Read article
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Mechanical Performance Evaluation of Brachyuran Shell Particle-Infused S-Glass Fibre Epoxy Polymer Composites
Abstract: Epoxy composites bio-filled with brachyuran crab shell powder and reinforced with S-glass fibres at different loadings (2%, 4%, and 6%) are tested for their mechanical properties in this work. Using modest amounts of filler significantly improved hardness, ultimate tensile strength, and flexural strength in the empirical data. The largest increase in hardness was 64.42% at 4% filler, up from 26.22% at 2%; however, there was a dramatic decrease to 13.11% …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 500–507 Read article
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Experimental Assessment and Statistical Argument of Al-Si/CSA/MoS2 Hybrid Composites for Mechanical and Tribological Characteristics
Abstract: To augment the mechanical and tribological properties of Al-Si matrix composites complement with molybdenum disulphide (MoS₂) and coconut shell ash (CSA), a mixed experimental and Face-Centered Composite (FCC)strategy was employed. A liquid metallurgical method called stir casting was used to create hybrid composites with 5–15 wt.% CSA and 1–3 wt.% MoS₂. A FCC experimental design with thirty runs was used to thoroughly evaluate the materials. This design allowed for the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 792–802 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Hybrid Natural Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Composites Using Banana and Sugar Palm Fibers
Abstract: This paper is a research study that examines the mechanical and morphological properties of hybrid natural fiber reinforced epoxy composites manufactured from banana fibers (BF) and sugar palm fibers (SPF). Because the use of sustainable, lightweight, and cost effective materials in engineering continues to grow, many engineers are looking at the possibility of utilizing natural fiber reinforced polymer composites as alternatives to traditional man-made fiber composites. Hybrid composite laminate samples …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 195–205 Read article
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Corn Husk Fiber–Reinforced PLA Biocomposites: Mechanical, Thermal, and Biodegradation Performance
Abstract: The increasing environmental burden caused by conventional petroleum-based plastics has driven significant interest in the development of sustainable polymer composites reinforced with renewable natural fibers. In the present work, corn husk fiber (CHF), an agricultural waste by-product, was utilized as a reinforcing phase in a polylactic acid (PLA) matrix to fabricate eco-friendly biocomposites. Composite samples with varying fiber loadings (0–40 wt.%) were produced through twin-screw melt blending followed by compression …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 312–327 Read article
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Thermal and Morphological Characterization of Rice Starch–Charcoal Composites for Eco-Friendly Engineering Applications
Abstract: This work focuses on the development and evaluation of rice starch–charcoal–based composite materials to overcome the limitations of natural composites with low thermal properties. In order to examine the impact of filler concentration on thermal and structural performance, eight composite specimens were created by altering the ratios of rice starch and charcoal. TGA, DTA, AFM, SEM, and measurements of thermal conductivity and effusivity were used to thoroughly characterize the composites. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1286–1297 Read article
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Thermoacoustic Properties of 1-Propanol-n-Hexane and 1-Propanol-Cyclohexane Binary Mixtures: A Comparative Study at 298.15 K
Abstract: This study reports the measurement of ultrasonic velocity (U), viscosity (η), and density (ρ) for the binary liquid mixtures 1-propanol–n-hexane and 1-propanol–cyclohexane at 298.15 K over the full composition range (mole fraction 0.1–0.9). From the experimentally measured data, several important thermodynamic and acoustic parameters, including isentropic compressibility (βₐ), acoustic impedance, intermolecular free length, free volume (Vf), and internal pressure (πᵢ), were systematically derived to assess the magnitude and nature of …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 19–30 Read article
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Stone Waste as a Soil Stabilizer
Abstract: The rapid expansion of construction, mining, and stone-processing industries has led to the large-scale generation of stone waste materials such as marble powder, granite slurry, quarry fines, and sandstone residues. The indiscriminate disposal of these wastes poses serious environmental concerns, including land degradation, dust pollution, and contamination of surface and groundwater resources. At the same time, weak and problematic soils continue to present major challenges in geotechnical engineering applications, particularly …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 71–77 Read article
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Monitoring the Effectiveness of Water-Based Plants for the Inhibition of Metal
Abstract: The temperature performance profile of the plant extracts shows that inhibition efficiency increased with increasing temperature of the system until at about 323K at 9.00hrs immersion time where a decline in inhibition efficiency occurred implying the opposite at higher temperatures and longer immersion time. Corrosion rate parameters changed with rise in temperature and exposure – immersion time. Plots of rates of corrosion against the volume(s) of the test inhibitor(s) in …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 37–47 Read article
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Development and Comparative Study of Aluminium- Copper Metal Based Composite Through Different Routes
Abstract: The aim of this study is to develop aluminium-copper composite through powder metallurgy technique. Powder metallurgy is an art or technology which can produce exact dimension of final roducts utilizing less energy. Copper oxide (CuO) was used as the source of copper, which was extracted through a reduction process using dextrose. The reaction was thoroughly examined and reported. Commercially available aluminium powder served as source of the aluminium. Aluminium- copper …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 19–32 Read article
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Valorization of Human and Cattle Dental Waste into Functional Composite Biomaterials: A Detailed Comparative Analysis
Abstract: This study investigates the conversion of human and cattle (goat and cow) teeth into bioactive hydroxyapatite-based composites and presents a detailed comparative evaluation of these biogenic materials with laboratory-synthesised (synthetic) hydroxyapatite (HAp). In this work, hydroxyapatite was extracted from human and bovine teeth through controlled calcination and milling, while synthetic HAp was prepared using a standard wet chemical precipitation route. All materials were subsequently sintered at 900 °C and fabricated …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 340–354 Read article