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6 articles for “American society for testing and materials”
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Material Characterization Analysis of Fiber Reinforced Composites
Abstract: The study investigates the physical characteristics of PAN carbon fabric/epoxy composite which is a material commonly utilized in aerospace, defense, and automotive sectors. The material has exceptional mechanical properties like high specific strength and hardness. The materials utilized in this experiment are T-300 PAN carbon fabric, LY556 Epoxy resin, and HY5200 hardener to create pre-preg materials. Then the laminate was pre- pregged in a die mold of identical shape matched, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 230–243 Read article
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Machine Learning Based Optimization of Polymer Structure Property Relationships in Composite Material Systems
Abstract: In modern engineering applications, polymer-based composite materials have garnered a lot of attention because of their lightweight nature, high strength-to-weight ratio, and changing physical features. In order to maximize the relationships between polymer structure and properties in composite materials, this study suggests a strategy based on reinforcement learning (RL). The research utilized the Polymer Composite Properties Dataset, which contains 12,700 records associated with polymer matrices, reinforcement fillers, interfacial bonding characteristics, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 242–255 Read article
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Process Parameter Optimization of Magnesium Alloy Material Welded by Friction Stir Welding Using UTM and Taghuchi Approach
Abstract: Welding is a fabrication process where materials are fused together which may similar or dissimilar according to requirement. Welding is a systematic approach where dissimilar and similar materials are welded with an application of heat. Friction stir welding (FSW) is a welding method where metals are converting to a molten phase and with a desirable application of pressure leads to metal joining. FSW is a metal joining process used in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 8, 2023 · pp. 381–392 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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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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An Investigation into the Quality of Distillate Diesel Fuel at Selected Service Stations in Freetown’s Western Area
Abstract: As a critical energy source for global transport and industry, diesel fuel quality is of paramount importance. This study evaluates and compares the quality of diesel fuel samples by analyzing key parameters: sulfur content, density, cetane index, and kinematic viscosity. The properties of diesel fuel samples from six (6) Fuel Stations of various Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) are compared with National Technical specifications limits of the Sierra Leone Standards Bureau, …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–14 Read article