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8 articles for “Damping Loss Factor”
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Estimation of Damping Loss Factor for Composite plates by using Half Power Bandwidth Method
Abstract: For the prediction of transmission of sound and vibration through complex structural systems, Statistical Energy Analysis method is widely used. These complex subsystems are generally divided in to simple subsystems. The prediction of transmission of sound and vibration through complex structures or systems depends on three parameters viz. damping loss factors, coupling loss factors and the, modal densities between subsystems. The damping loss factor relates to the power dissipated in …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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Review on Unconstrained Layer Damping Treatment and Its Applications
Abstract: The unconstrained layer damping is also called as free layer damping. It is formed by applying a damping material on the surface of a structure. This treatment was used to reduce and control the vibrations and noise in structures. This paper presents a review on unconstrained layer damping treatment on beams using different damping materials. The objective is to present various aspects and relative merits of unconstrained damping treatment use …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 16–19 Read article
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Exploring The Performance Dynamics of Basalt Fibre Reinforced Polymers: Mechanical and Viscoelastic Insights
Abstract: Basalt fibre reinforced polymer (BFRP) composites are gaining significant attention as sustainable alternatives to traditional reinforcement materials due to their superior mechanical performance, thermal stability, and eco-friendliness. This study examines the tensile, flexural, impact, and viscoelastic properties of BFRP composites fabricated via vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM) using varying fibre volume fractions (20%, 30%, and 40%) and fibre orientations (unidirectional and bidirectional). The results reveal that composites with 40% fibre …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 12–22 Read article
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Dynamic Mechanical Analysis of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: This study investigates the thermal decomposition and mechanical properties of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites (FRPCs) using Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA). The research focuses on improving the recycling and recovery process of Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymers (CFRPs), addressing environmental concerns regarding their disposal. By analyzing the effects of different heating rates (5°C and 10°C per minute) and atmospheric conditions (nitrogen, oxygen, and a combination of both), the study identifies optimal parameters for maximizing …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 386–393 Read article
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Mechanical Performance Degradation of Naturally Aged Nitrile Butadiene Rubber in Low Frequency Range...
Abstract: For good mechanical design, damping is often still an invisible requirement. Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR) has a wide range of applications as a damping and sealing material. To offer the long-term service of NBR, it is important to estimate the degradation of modal properties under complex mechanical and environmental loading. The present work aims to correlate the experimental data with generalized higher-order Maxwell models and curve fitting techniques to find …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2022 Read article
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Polymer–Gel Composite Phase Change Materials: A Functional Polymer Composite Approach for Solar-Thermal Energy Storage in Building Facades
Abstract: This study investigates polymer–composite phase change materials (PCMs) in the form of polymer–gel hybrids as multifunctional systems for solar–thermal energy storage in building façades. Paraffin- and PEG-based PCMs were embedded into polyurethane and acrylic gel matrices to create shape-stabilized polymer–composites with high PCM loading (70–80 wt%). Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) confirmed distinct melting/freezing transitions at ~56°C (paraffin) and ~42°C (PEG), with enthalpy values of 120–150 J/g, closely matching theoretical predictions, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 36–51 Read article
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Revolutionizing EV Battery Charging: Enhancing Power Factor with Modified Bridgeless Landsman Converter
Abstract: The work focuses on the design and implementation of an innovative battery charger for electric vehicles (EVs) with a significant improvement in the power factor at the front end. The existing EV chargers often suffer from poor power factor, leading to increased losses and reduced efficiency. An altered Landsman power factor correction (PFC) converter is used in place of the traditional diode bridge rectifier (DBR) in order to solve this …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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A Ventilated Dual-Function Photonic–Phononic Metasurface for Simultaneous Passive Radiative Cooling and Low-Frequency Noise Mitigation in Building Envelopes: Conceptual Design and Computational Feasibility Analysis
Abstract: Acoustic metamaterials for sound insulation and photonic/radiative-cooling metamaterials for passive thermal management have each matured separately for building-envelope retrofit, but existing studies address ventilation, acoustic damping and radiative thermal control in isolation, and no reported unit-cell architecture co-designs all three within a single shared structure. This gap persists because materials that are acoustic absorptive are generally dense and structurally opaque, whereas materials that are highly solar-reflective are conventionally applied to …
Published in International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 Read article