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Published Subscription Review Article 7 Apr 2026

An Integrated Simulation Framework for Predicting Dielectric Breakdown and Electrical Aging in Epoxy-Silica Composite Insulation Systems

By Digvijay B Kanase, Arun Thorat, Swapnil Patil, Suraj Pawar, Sachin P Jadhav, Vishal Patil

Abstract: This paper provides a combined computation approach in forecasting the dielectric breakdown and electrical aging within epoxy-silica composite of insulation system. The approach will consist of a three-complementary methodology (a combination of computing electric field using the finite element analysis, estimation of the probability of failures or breakdowns using Weibull statistics, and prediction of degradation tendencies using artificial neural networks). The epoxy-silica composites are of 10-40 volumes fillers. The simulations …

Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 339–376 Read article

Published Subscription Review Article Special issue 21 Nov 2025

Dielectric Breakdown and Electrical Aging of Insulating Polymer Materials in High Voltage Systems

By Digvijay Kanase, Suraj Pawar, Gajkumar Kavathekar, Sachin Jadhav, Shankar Chavan, Swapnil Patil, Jayant Mane, Rajeshkumar Damodharan, Abhay Dashrath, Vijay Bhambere, Girish Modak, Ganesh Patil, KamalKishor Maniyar

Abstract: In this paper, a detailed analysis of dielectric breakdown and electrical aging behavior of high-voltage insulating polymer material has been proposed through sophisticated MATLAB simulation. The research involves electric field modeling, aging life prediction, partial discharge (PD) behavior and uncertainty modeling using Monte Carlo analysis. Electric field hotspots causing critical behavior, sensitivity of the lifespan to electric stress, and the stochastic PD build-up allow predictive diagnostics of the health of …

Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 173–187 Read article

Published Subscription Original Research 22 May 2026

Polymer Encapsulants for Photovoltaic Modules: Electrical Insulation Performance and Long-Term Durability under Accelerated UV Exposure

By Rajendra B. Madake, Digvijay B. Kanase, Manoj D. Patil, Prashant S. Mali, Rutuja S. Pawar, Suraj Pawar

Abstract: Influence on the reliability and service life of PV modules is a major issue, which is influenced by the encapsulant degradation in long-term exposure to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation. A systematic accelerated UV aging study of Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA), Polyolefin Elastomer (POE), and Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB) films under IEC 61215-2:2021 specified test chamber conditions of Q-UV is conducted. The material properties were tested at various exposure intervals including …

Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 384–408 Read article

Published Subscription Review Article 9 Jul 2025

Dielectric Elastomers in Actuation and Energy Applications: Material Behavior and Design Strategies

By Sai Preetham Anumasu

Abstract: Dielectric elastomers (DEs), a class of electroactive polymers, have attracted significant attention for their ability to undergo large, reversible deformations under electric stimulation. This unique capability makes them highly suitable for a range of actuation and energy harvesting applications, especially in the emerging fields of soft robotics, flexible electronics, artificial muscles, and sustainable power generation systems. DEs offer compelling advantages such as low weight, mechanical flexibility, high energy density, and …

Published in International Journal of Electro-Mechanics and Material Behaviour · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 13–18 Read article