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16 articles for “FGMs”
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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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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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Stress Analysis of Pressurized Thick Truncated Conical Shells with varying Modulus of Elasticity as Power Function
Abstract: Finite element method is applied using Ansys 14.0 Mechanical APDL for axisymmetric thick walled truncated cone made of Functionally Graded Material (FGM). The cone has finite length, and is subjected to axisymmetric hydrostatic internal pressure. The material is assumed to be isotropic with constant poisson's ratio and radially continuously varying elastic modulus along the thickness with a power function. Using this method the truncated cone under generalized clamped-clamped conditions has …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 6–16 Read article
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Functionally Graded Natural Fibre and SiC-reinforced Polymer Composite: Mechanical Properties
Abstract: Multifunctional materials, also called functionally graded materials (FGMs), are based on natural fibres or fillers and vary in composition and/or microstructure to control functional, structural, or thermal, properties. Functionally graded materials (FGMs) have been created for use in spacecraft, aircraft, and other engineering applications because they can withstand extremely high temperatures. Particle-reinforced FGMs, which make up the majority of FGMs, are made differently depending on their position. The mechanical and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 4, 2023 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Optimizing Vehicle Structures Using Functionally Graded Materials of Aluminum and Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: This article investigates the optimization of vehicle structures through application of functionally graded materials (FGMs), specifically aluminium and carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites. Such materials, known as FGMs, are characterized by spatial variations in composition and structure designed to improve so-called performance attributes. For the purposes of this research, the material properties of aluminium and CFRP composites are taken to be randomly distributed in thickness direction of a FGM …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 478–489 Read article
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Fracture Analysis of Functionally Graded Material (FGM) Plates Using Extended Finite Element Method: A Review.
Abstract: Functionally Graded Materials (FGMs), have drawn a lot of interest in various engineering applications due to their superior mechanical properties and ability to withstand extreme conditions. Fracture analysis in FGMs focuses on understanding how cracks initiate and propagate within these complex materials. The stress distribution becomes irregular due to spatial property variations which produces different crack paths than what occurs in homogeneous materials. The examination of FGM plates under fracture …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Fabrication and Multi scale Characterization of Functionally Graded Composites Reinforced with Hybrid Ceramic–Metallic Phases
Abstract: Using composite materials as functionally graded composites (FGM) can improve its excellent material properties. In this work, magnesium peroxide, silicon carbide, and aluminum are used to create four-layer FGMs. The sintering process, which blends the particles of each material using a powder methodology, has been used to complete the fabrication process. Three factors, including sintering time, sintering temperature, and compacting pressure, are taken into account when fabricating FGM. The FGM …
Published in International Journal of Mechanical Dynamics and Systems Analysis · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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A Review on Evolution of Aircraft Fuselage Materials: From Wood to Composites & Functionally Graded Materials
Abstract: This article presents a comprehensive overview of the evolution of materials for construction of aircraft fuselages, with a focus on the expanding use of polymer composites and functionally graded materials (FGMs) in modern aerostructures. The baseline fuselage design is thought to be from wood, to be followed by metallic systems such as aluminum, titanium, and nickel alloys. All systems improved manufacturability, strength, and longevity, but there was a substantial revolution …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 447–455 Read article
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Comparative Buckling Load Analysis of Thin Functionally Graded Material Plates with Variable Distributions: Power Law vs. Sigmoidal vs. Exponential
Abstract: A comprehensive comparative analysis of buckling load behavior in thin Functionally Graded Material (FGM) plates with variable material distributions is presented in this paper. FGMs, characterized by gradient composition, possess unique mechanical properties suitable for diverse engineering applications. The study focuses on three distinct distribution functions: Power Law, Sigmoidal, and Exponential, each exerting different influences on the material gradient. Finite Element Analysis is utilized in exploring the buckling response for …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 98–105 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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AI-Driven Prediction of Mechanical and Thermal Properties in Polymer-Based Functionally Graded Composites
Abstract: The proposed architecture of the current paper is an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven model of forecasting mechanical and thermal aspects of polymer-based functionally-graded composites (FGCs). Traditional micromechanical and finite element models, which are practical in homogeneous composites, might not be able to account in nonlinear interaction that is caused by compositional gradient. To overcome the challenge, machine learning (ML) models like artificial neural network (ANN), support vectors regression (SVR), and gradient-boosted …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 70–89 Read article
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Stress and Deformation Analysis of Rotating Cylindrical Pressure Vessel of Functionally Graded Material Modeled by Mori-Tanaka Scheme
Abstract: The present study deals with the linear elastic analysis of rotating cylindrical pressure vessels. The vessels are made up of one directional functionally graded material (FGM), in which mechanical and physical properties are varying along the radial direction. The analysis is carried out using finite element method which is based on the principle of stationary total potential (PSTP). Material properties are graded according to the Mori-Tanaka distribution law and ceramic-metal …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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An Investigation of Stress and Deformation States of Rotating Functionally Graded Spherical Pressure Vessels
Abstract: The present study deals with the analysis of rotating spherical pressure vessels made of functionally graded materials (FGMs). Material properties are graded along the radial direction, which is achieved by varying volume fractions of the constituting materials according to Mori-Tanaka scheme. Shells are subjected to hydrostatic internal pressure and have free boundary condition at the outer surface. Governing equations are derived using principle of stationary total potential. The effects of …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 19–27 Read article
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Stress Analysis of Two-Dimensional Functionally Graded Thick Rotating Disks by Element Based Material Grading
Abstract: The present study reports the stress and deformation analysis of thick rotating disks made of two-dimensional functionally graded materials (FGMs). The analysis is carried out using element based gradation of material properties in radial and axial direction over the discretized domain. Material properties are distributed according to power law distribution and the governing equations are derived using principle of stationary total potential (PSTP). The resulting deformation and stresses are evaluated …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 28–36 Read article
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A Finite Element Solution of Functionally Graded Rotating Disk based on Element based Material Grading
Abstract: The present study reports finite element elastic analysis of variable thickness rotating disks made up of functionally graded materials (FGMs). The disks have exponentially varying material properties along the radius, which is achieved by varying the volume fraction ratio. Three types of thickness profile namely uniform, linearly varying and concave thickness profile having constant mass are analyzed and the resulting displacement and stresses areevaluated for free-free boundary condition. The investigation …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 41–47 Read article
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Stress Analysis of Rotating Cylindrical Pressure Vessel of Functionally Graded Material by Element Based Material Gradation
Abstract: AbstractThe present study aims at the elastic analysis of rotating cylindrical pressure vessels made of functionally graded materials (FGMs), by element based gradation. Material properties of the shells vary in radial direction according to exponential distribution law. Ceramic-metal and metal-ceramic, both the types of FGM are considered and the effects of gradation of material properties on stress and deformation behavior of the shells are investigated. Further, a comparison of deformation …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 7–15 Read article