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73 articles for “load-bearing materials”
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Improving Black Cotton Soil with Sodium Hydroxide and Fly Ash: An Assessment of Optimum Moisture Content, Dry Density, and California Bearing Ratio
Abstract: This study investigates the stabilization of Black Cotton Soil (BCS), an expansive clayey soil primarily composed of montmorillonite minerals, using sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and fly ash. Due to its high plasticity and significant volume changes with moisture, BCS is challenging for construction purposes. Adding NaOH and fly ash can potentially improve the soil's moisture tolerance, compressibility, and reduce its plasticity, making it more suitable for structural applications. The research evaluates …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 192–201 Read article
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Polymeric Composite Reinforcement Strategies for Load-Bearing Orthopedic Implants
Abstract: The increasing demand for orthopedic implants with enhanced characteristics that are durable, lightweight and compatible with the body’s response has led to the development of polymeric composites incorporating them for load-bearing applications. Commonly used metal implants cause stress shielding, corrosion and lack biological integration. The challenges of the aforementioned problems are overcome by polymeric composites by offering adjustable mechanical properties, radiolucency and the incorporation of bioactive elements. Advances in high-performance …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 223–235 Read article
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An Experimental Study on the Fabrication and Mechanical Properties of Natural Fiber Reinforced Polymer Hybrid Composites
Abstract: Natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites are increasingly investigated as lower-impact alternatives to conventional synthetic fiber systems. This work fabricated and mechanically characterized a sisal-coconut coir fiber-reinforced epoxy hybrid composite and compared its performance with a glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) epoxy composite under the reported laboratory conditions. The hybrid reinforcement contained 75% sisal fiber and 25% coconut coir fiber and was incorporated into an epoxy LY556/HY951 matrix by the hand lay-up technique. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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New Insight into the Composition and Structure of Sizing Agent from NMR Spectroscopy
Abstract: Sized carbon fibers (CFs) are of commercial significance as they form the main load-bearing component in advanced materials, namely, carbon fiber-reinforced plastics (CFRPs). Much of the knowledge of sizing composition and the process of sizing is a subject of intellectual property rights owing to its commercial relevance. In this original research article, deeper insights into the structure and composition of the sizing agent used for the surface modification of commercial …
Published in International Journal of Photochemistry and Photochemical Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 06–23 Read article
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LOAD SETTLEMENT BEHAVIOUR OF LOOSE GRANULAR SOIL FILL WITH RUBBER NODED BAMBOO GRID
Abstract: Soil Reinforcement is the widely accepted technique to improve the bearing capacity of challenging sites. There are various natural as well as synthetic material available as reinforcement for soil. Nowadays geosynthetic reinforced granular fill material is widely used in soft sub grade soil. This manuscript deals with the experimental studies carried out to explore the possibility of using naturally available bamboo as a geogrid to increase the bearing capacity of …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Simulation of Propeller Shaft for Composite Material
Abstract: Composites are today widely used to design the automobile components as they have outstanding specific stiffness and strength properties. Weight reduction can be primarily achieved by the introduction of better material. The conventional system uses metallic shaft, has inherent limitations like heavy weight, corrosion, flexibility problems, vibrations, which magnifies with increase in shaft diameter. Advanced composite materials offer the potential to improve propulsion shafting, by reducing weight, bearing loads, alignment …
Published in Current Trends in Signal Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 16–31 Read article
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Composition and Structure of Oil Finishing Agent †
Abstract: Use of oil finishing agent is widely used in the process of production of carbon fibers to impart unusual and exceptional strength to the carbon fibers, the key load-bearing component, of the advanced materials, namely, carbon fiber reinforced composites (CFRPs). CFRPs are being widely used in the realm of aeronautics, astronautics, aeronautics, geonautics, sports equipment, and many more. However, quite often, much of the knowledge on the composition of oil …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 01–10 Read article
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Structure–Property-Guided Polymer–Metal Hybrid Design of a Wall Plastering Spray Assembly
Abstract: Wall plastering spray equipment requires a combination of low mass, dimensional stability, abrasion resistance, chemical compatibility with cementitious mortar, and comfortable operator interaction. The original assembly was primarily developed as a metallic mechanical system; however, a polymer-focused material architecture can reduce non-load-bearing mass while retaining a safe metallic pressure path. This study, therefore, presents a structure–property-guided polymer–metal hybrid design in which the pressure housing and nozzle insert remain metallic, whereas …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 · pp. 197–211 Read article
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Study of Structures Considering Second Degree Analysis P-delta and Construction Sequence Analysis
Abstract: Infrastructure plays an important, rathernecessary role in modern society.Real estate amenities surrounding to us give everyone access to multiple aspects of technology which help to carve the frame of mind.Amenities, which once were rare and difficult to avail for everyone, is now available to common civilians.Recently, RCC structures has changed a lot,the symmetrical and identical storeys of premises is now considered as a conventional and to an extent inefficient design.The …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 38–42 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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A Review on Current Status of Biodegradable Surgical Implant Materials
Abstract: Since many years, inert metals such as stainless steel, cobalt-chromium and titanium alloys have been the primary biomaterials used for load bearing applications. In order to these metallic implants such as pins, screws and plates for repairing the defects have to be removed by secondary surgery once the bone tissue is healed, which will increase the morbidity, pain and cost. Hence conventional metallic biomaterials are biocompatible but not biodegradable. At …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 5–15 Read article
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Optimal Design of Gusset plate and Analysis of Bailey Steel Truss Joint
Abstract: In order to achieve safe and economic steel structure joint, we are going to design a gusset plate such that its shape is optimized by achieving the same amount of strength. In conventional method of designing a joint we make sure that gusset plate is able to bear the load and joint is safe, but lot of material is wasted where there is no stress induced. So, to avoid this …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 74–83 Read article
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Performance of Circular Model Footing Resting on Sand Bed Reinforced with Vertical Reinforcement in Dry Condition
Abstract: Soil stabilization is the process of improving the engineering properties of the soil. The good old method of stabilization is by using the chemicals stabilization, whereas the recent method of improving the strength of the soil is by using the vertical reinforced earth. In the present work sand is filled in the 250x250x375 mm MS tank by using sand raining technique at a relative density of 67%. MS circular plate …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Trussed Bridges
Abstract: Trussed railway bridges offer a unique structural advantage by efficiently distributing the load between the truss members and the girder. In such designs, a significant portion of the load is carried by the truss members, which reduces the stress on the bridge girder itself. As a result, the girder in a trussed bridge can be constructed with a reduced thickness compared to bridges that lack a truss system. This optimization …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Incorporating Material Fatigue Parameter Determine in The Rolling & Sliding Contact Fatigue Analysis of Gears
Abstract: As the material's intricate stresses and strains are always shifting during phases of loading, determining the predicted equipment working under rolling-sliding contact loads and their fatigue lives (wheels, bearings, and gears) is particularly difficult. Another difficulty is not knowing the precise characteristics of the material used to make the components, which is particularly noticeable. when it comes to heat-treated components, where the material characteristics' values can differ greatly among the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Compressive Strength Characteristic of Environmentally Friendly Laterite Soil Blocks
Abstract: In order to minimize the environmental impacts caused by over exploitation of natural resources for theproduction of building material, the possibility of using blended soil blocks duly burnt for load-bearing wallshas been assessed to alternate the fertile top soil of agricultural land. Since the vertical load carrying capacityprimarily depends on the compressive strength, a comprehensive study was conducted for burnt soil blocksmade with commonly available laterite and clay soil types …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 20–30 Read article
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A Review on Productivity Improvement on CNC Lathe by Automatic Loading and Unloading of Bearing Component
Abstract: The present techno-economic scenario conventional lathes are replacing by computer numerical controlled machineries for mass production and quality work. For improve production rate, efficiency improvement, reduce machining cycle time, cost reduction ,material handling, eliminate waste and overcome the fatality of labor during machining operation, manufacturer are including in computer numerical controlled machines ,solution of loading and unloading of components on machine with automation instant of manually loading and unloading to …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 75–82 Read article
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Weight Calculation of Forging Die Design for Gear Blank
Abstract: Forging is one of the most adopted manufacturing processes, in which raw material is plastically deformed in to desired shape and size of component. The majority of the crucial load bearing structure component as well as safety critical items are processed through forging process. This is mainly due to the strength and dimensional accuracy of component can be achieved in forging process. Faster production of complex shapes with the less …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 53–58 Read article
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Analysis for Pier of Railway Bridge
Abstract: The load-bearing capacity of a pier is determined by the combined effects of the load from the train and the self-weight of the girder it supports. The bending of the pier is influenced by its height, which necessitates a careful assessment of the pier's thickness across various girder spans and pier heights. This evaluation ensures that the pier can withstand the imposed loads while adhering to permissible deflection limits. By …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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BUCKLING ANALYSIS OF COMPOSITE CYLINDRICAL SHELL STRUCTURE USING FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS
Abstract: When designing cylindrical shells one should consider not only the strength problem in service, but also the buckling problem. Cylindrical shells such as thin-walled structures are susceptible to buckling when subjected to static and dynamic stresses. The vessels are exposed to dynamic sea conditions depending on their usage. The functional failure of a pressurized composite vessel or a composite pipe in the form of leakage or weeping of the contained …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 32–36 Read article