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Durability Assessment of Self Compacting, Self Curing Concrete Incorporating Crushed Rock Powder and Mineral Admixtures
Abstract: Curing plays a crucial role in achieving the desired strength, characteristics, and durability of concrete. Negligent curing practices can lead to adverse effects on hydration and mechanical properties of concrete. In recent times, self-curing concrete has gained significant attention due to its potential in reducing water loss through the use of self-curing agents. The Present Research study focus on investigation on durability characteristics of self-curing self-compacting concrete using crushed rock …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 10, 2023 · pp. 25–35 Read article
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Temperature Rise within the Pulp Chamber During Curing Resin based Composite By LED and QTH Light Curing Units: An In vitro Study
Abstract: The present study was undertaken to evaluate the change in temperature within the pulp space during curing of composite resins using light emitting diode (LED) and quartz tungsten halogen curing units (QTH) under varying remaining dentin thickness. 60 human mandibular molars were taken and distal root of each sample was resected and the thermocouple probe was placed in the roof of the pulp space. The root was immersed in a …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Autonomous Agentic AI for Adaptive Cure Optimization and Defect Prevention in Thermoset Polymer Composite Manufacturing
Abstract: Thermoset polymer composites occupy a central position in modern structural manufacturing, from aircraft fuselages to wind-turbine blades. Despite progress in resin chemistry and fiber architecture, the “cure process” that transforms compliant preforms into load-bearing structures remains difficult to manage. Manufacturers encounter ‘voids’, “interlaminar delaminations”, and “spring-back distortion” when curing complex or thick-section parts. The cause is not ignorance of the relevant physics, but rather that ‘temperature’, ‘chemistry’, ‘rheology’, and ‘mechanics’ …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 301–320 Read article
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Glass Fiber Layer Effect on Chemico-mechanical Properties of Light Cure Adhesive Systems
Abstract: Introduction: Orthodontic adhesives should have clinically acceptable shear and tensile bond strength to withstand masticatory forces and those generated by treatment mechanics. Mechanical properties of the adhesive, such as flexural modulus of elasticity, tensile strength, and compressive strength, are more heavily influenced by the resin matrix's Degree of cure (DC). Aim: The study compares the effect of the Glass fiber layer on Chemico-mechanical properties using three different light cure adhesive …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Kinetic Analysis of Structural Acrylic Curing by DSC: Polymerization and Phase Transition Optimization
Abstract: Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) was used to analyse the thermal properties and curing behaviour of a structural acrylic adhesive at heating rates of 5, 10, and 15 °C/min. The study focused on the curing kinetics, glass transition temperature (Tg), specific rate (k), and activation energy (Ea) of the polymerization reaction. The material is tested according to ASTM 3418 standards. Results showed that increasing the heating rate shifted the endothermic curing …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 726–733 Read article
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Recent Advances in Hybrid Polymer–Cement Composites: Interfacial Engineering, Self-Curing Mechanisms, and Microstructural Performance
Abstract: The increasing demand for high-performance polymer-modified cementitious composites has stimulated extensive research into hybrid self-curing composite systems with engineered aggregate phases. Self-curing hybrid polymer–cement composite systems, using recycled aggregates, constitute one of the solutions proposed by researchers to overcome problems related to moisture loss during the curing process, shrinkage, cracking, and the limited amount of natural aggregate available. This critical review provides an overview of recent developments concerning the production, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Microwave Curing of Glass-Epoxy Composites Using Silica Based Moulds
Abstract: AbstractFor polymer composite product manufacture, curing of the fibre reinforced polymers (FRP) is a critical step in achieving desired mechanical properties. The conventional cure processes involve thermal curing in hot air ovens and autoclaves where the cure process is time and energy intensive. In this context, microwave curing is one of the most promising processing methods since it results in substantially reducing cure cycle time, energy requirements and operational costs …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 52–57 Read article
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Materials, Mechanism and Mechanical Properties of Self-curing Concrete: A Review
Abstract: Concrete, a key construction material with high demand for infrastructure development, necessitates an increased water input both during production and curing. This poses a challenge in areas facing acute water scarcity, highlighting the importance of research to reduce water consumption in the process. The process of hydration of the cement within concrete, without outside source, such as water for curing is referred to self curing. Improper curing will cause self …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 185–194 Read article
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Adhesively Bonded Patch Repair in Polymer Composites: Effects of Reinforcement Configuration and Post-Cure Temperature
Abstract: Adhesive patch repair technique has been identified as an effective and economical approach to repair damaged polymer composite structures that are used in aerospace, automotive, marine, wind energy, and many other high-performance engineering applications. Adhesive bonding offers superior stress distribution, reduced stress concentration, less structural weight and fatigue resistance, and thus increases the lifetime of the repair of composite structures when compared to the traditional mechanical attachment approaches. Performance and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 991–1001 Read article
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Effect of Curing Time on Physico-mechanical Properties on Dental Composite
Abstract: This study aim to investigate the influence of curing time on physical and mechanical properties of a dental composite cured by using LED light with intensity of 1500 mW/cm2 in the range of 440-480 nm. We prepared the glass ionomer powder by fusion of various inorganic components at high temperature and studied the influence of silica/alumina ratio keeping other inorganic salts such as Calcium fluoride (CaF2), Sodium Fluoride (NaF), Calcium …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 36–47 Read article
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Influence of Liquid Paraffin Wax as an Internal Curing Agent for Concrete Mixes
Abstract: Curing is the most crucial measure for the compressive strength of concrete. In this study an internal curing agent named as paraffin wax which comes under a brand name cure concrete has been used to check its efficacy. Cure concrete has a harder surface and is more impervious. Preventing moisture loss is essential for avoiding plastic shrinkage, which lowers permeability and contributes to the formation of strength. Furthermore, to increase …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 7–15 Read article
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Studies on Effect of Various Curing Methods in Glass Fibre Reinforced Geopolymer Concrete with 12 Molarity Alkaline Solutions
Abstract: Due to the increasing environmental impacts associated with ordinary Portland cement, need to develop alternative binders to make concrete, is steadily increasing. Geopolymer concrete is the result of the reaction of materials containing Alumino-silicate with concentrated alkaline solution to produce an inorganic polymer binder. Alkaline solutions used were Sodium Hydroxide and Sodium Silicate. This paper presents results of an experimental study on the compressive strength, flexural strength and split tensile …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Use of Light Curing Units in Orthodontics: A Review
Abstract: Light curing units, because of their wide field of applications, are now indispensable for an orthodontist or a general dentist, and hence it is very important to be familiar with the various types of light curing units, their history, specifications, advantages, and disadvantages. To find the articles appropriate for this systematic review, a search was conducted in the database PubMed (from 1966 to March 2010) using the terms abstracts of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 69–75 Read article
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An Imagination for future Immunology in a story " IMMUNO-MACHINE " : to cure diseases
Abstract: Still a number of diseases like cancer , alzheimer, dementia etc are not completely cured and finally patients die . The treatments of such diseases are very painful and costly. It is not only restricted to patients but also affected to those associated with patients that are his / her family, friends and relatives. Scientists, Immunologists and Doctors are researching and trying to find some good and easy treatments of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 48–51 Read article
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Advanced Laser Technology for Curing Cancer Affected Melanoma-Cell
Abstract: In this paper we report the results about the study and experimental usage of a cancer curing laser equipment. Cancer can be detected using laser induced ultrasound .This device could scan a lymph node biopsy with laser pulses, whereby the pigment of melanin which is present in each and every cells reacts to the laser's beam, absorbing the light, and heating and cooling rapidly. This produces a popping sound that's …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Effect of Nature of Short Fibers/Carbon Black on Curing Characteristics and Physico-Mechanical Properties of Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer Rubber Composite
Abstract: AbstractIn this research work, ethylene propylene diene rubber (EPDM) composites were prepared by incorporating the various types of short fibers like cellulose, polyester, p-aramid, m-aramid, cotton short fibers and carbon black on a 2 roll mill. The effect of different short fibers content on the curing characteristics and physico-mechanical properties of EPDM composites were studied. When the loading of carbon black was fixed, it was found that carbon black content …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Cure Fraction Estimation for Traumatic Lumbar Puncture in Patients with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Abstract: The foremost aim of this research was to estimate the proportion of long-term survivors for traumatic and bloody lumbar puncture in patients suffering from acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). To decide the resonance point of platelet for predicting traumatic event the receiver operating characteristics curve was used. Logistic regression and Cox proportional hazard regression was used to detect risk factors for the traumatic event and any relapse, respectively. To appraise the …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Concrete with Binary and Ternary Blends of Fly Ash, Silica Fume, and Fiber Reinforcement
Abstract: This study evaluates the effect of ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS) as a partial replacement for cement on the mechanical properties of concrete, focusing on compressive and split tensile strength. Concrete mixes were prepared with GGBS replacement levels of 0%, 25%, and 50% and subjected to different curing methods, including water curing, steam curing, and conceal curing. These curing methods were selected to investigate their impact on hydration, strength …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 40–45 Read article
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Bypass Operation by Single-Style Esophageal Plasty Using Small Intestines for Patients with End-Stage Esophageal Cancer which was Impossible to be Cured Radically
Abstract: The purpose of the present study was to figure out the possibility of the bypass operation in esophageal cancer which is impossible to be cured radically and its effect on the survival rate and quality of life of the patients. In recent years, the incidence of esophageal cancer has been increasing thus there are many problems occurring in keeping the quality of life. Especially gastrostomy is done in order to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Influence of Aeration and Curing on Shear Strength of Asphalt Stabilized Soil
Abstract: Asphalt stabilization technique is usually used to control and improve poor subgrade soil condition. The subgrade soil is the foundation for the roadway structure, its responsibility is to provide the required stability for the overlaying pavement and to limit the deformation due to traffic load repetitions by furnishing homogeneous stress distribution. In this work, the unconsolidated undrained Triaxial test was implemented for comparatively assessing the impact of asphalt stabilization on …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 10–17 Read article