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View article: Performance Analysis of NaOH-Treated Randomly Oriented <i>Bauhinia Purpurea L</i> Fiber/Epoxy (BPFE) Composites: Mechanical and Free Vibration Studies for Biomedical Applications
Performance Analysis of NaOH-Treated Randomly Oriented <i>Bauhinia Purpurea L</i> Fiber/Epoxy (BPFE) Composites: Mechanical and Free Vibration Studies for Biomedical Applications Open
In the current research work, the fibers have undergone chemical surface treatments in an effort to strengthen the interfacial interaction between the Epoxy matrix and Bauhinia Purpurea L fibers (BPFs). NaOH treatment was performed to modi…
View article: Mechanical, thermal and water absorption properties of <i>Bauhinia Purpurea L</i> fiber reinforced vinyl ester composites
Mechanical, thermal and water absorption properties of <i>Bauhinia Purpurea L</i> fiber reinforced vinyl ester composites Open
The core focus of this study is to investigate the impact of Bauhinia Purpurea L fiber (BPF) content (5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 wt.%) on various properties of vinyl ester (VE) based composites manufactured through the compression molding method…
View article: Isolation and characterization of biomass waste based bioplasticizer from Eucalyptus leaf: A suitability analysis of biofiller for polymeric composites
Isolation and characterization of biomass waste based bioplasticizer from Eucalyptus leaf: A suitability analysis of biofiller for polymeric composites Open
Plasticizers improve polymeric materials' properties and processability as additives. Currently, a variety of liquid synthetic plasticizers derived from fossil fuels are available. The environmental unsuitability of these materials could p…
View article: Effect of halloysite addition on the dynamic mechanical and tribological properties of carbon and glass fiber reinforced hybrid composites
Effect of halloysite addition on the dynamic mechanical and tribological properties of carbon and glass fiber reinforced hybrid composites Open
Composite materials have become prominent in the aerospace, automotive, wind energy, biomedical, and machine tool industries. This has demanded the evaluation of the dynamic mechanical and tribological behaviour of composites to understand…
View article: Hip Implant Design using Stainless Steel 316L for Enhanced Stability and Patient Comfort
Hip Implant Design using Stainless Steel 316L for Enhanced Stability and Patient Comfort Open
In a hip replacement procedure, the damaged bone and cartilage are removed and replaced with an artificial component known as prosthesis. Despite advancements in implant sterilization, design, fixation techniques, and the introduction of r…
View article: An Investigation on Tribology Properties of Abutilon Indicum Fibre Reinforced Polymer Composites
An Investigation on Tribology Properties of Abutilon Indicum Fibre Reinforced Polymer Composites Open
This research work investigates the tribological characteristics of Abutilon Indicum Fiber (AIF) reinforced composites with epoxy as the binding agent. The Abutilon Indicum fiber reinforced tribo-composites were manufactured by compression…
View article: Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Sisal Fiber and Sugar Palm Fiber Reinforced Hybrid Composites
Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Sisal Fiber and Sugar Palm Fiber Reinforced Hybrid Composites Open
Natural fibers have received a lot of coverage as reinforcements in polymer matrix composites. Out of all the reinforcing fibers, hybrid composites made of natural fibers have been attracting the attention of researchers as high-potential …
View article: Wear Properties of Flax/Epoxy‐Based Composites With Different Machining Parameters
Wear Properties of Flax/Epoxy‐Based Composites With Different Machining Parameters Open
In this work, flax/epoxy-based composites were fabricated using compression molding method. Initially, alkali treatment (5% NaOH) was applied to the fibers to reduce their hydrophilic nature and, thus, to improve the adhesion to epoxy-base…
View article: Effect of hybridization on mechanical and water absorption properties of short palmyra palm leaf stalk/carbon fibers reinforced polyester composites
Effect of hybridization on mechanical and water absorption properties of short palmyra palm leaf stalk/carbon fibers reinforced polyester composites Open
Recently, there has been interest in the development of hybrid composites for diverse industrial applications. In this aspect, this paper explores the mechanical (tensile, flexural, impact, and dynamic mechanical analysis) and water (disti…
View article: Natural Fiber‐Based Food Packaging Films
Natural Fiber‐Based Food Packaging Films Open
Food preservation and its transportation around the world have benefited wide sections of society, including farmers, food industries, and especially consumers, who seldom had the chance to experience food products from around the world in…
View article: Review of advanced techniques for manufacturing biocomposites: non-destructive evaluation and artificial intelligence-assisted modeling
Review of advanced techniques for manufacturing biocomposites: non-destructive evaluation and artificial intelligence-assisted modeling Open
Natural fiber reinforced polymer composites (NFRPCs) are being widely used in aerospace, marine, automotive, and healthcare applications due to their sustainability, low cost and ecofriendly nature. The NFRPCs manufactured through conventi…
View article: Sustainable recycling technologies for thermoplastic polymers and their composites: A review of the state of the art
Sustainable recycling technologies for thermoplastic polymers and their composites: A review of the state of the art Open
This review article discusses the environmental and economic effects of recycling, as well as sustainable thermoplastic polymer recycling technologies. Several researchers have utilized recycled thermoplastics as matrices in the production…
View article: Delamination and surface roughness analysis of jute/polyester composites using response surface methodology: Consequence of sodium bicarbonate treatment
Delamination and surface roughness analysis of jute/polyester composites using response surface methodology: Consequence of sodium bicarbonate treatment Open
The present research work explores the consequence of eco-friendly sodium bicarbonate treatment on drilling behavior of jute fiber reinforced polyester composites. The fiber surface treatment was done by immersing the jute fibers in sodium…
View article: Investigation on Mechanical and Wear Behaviors of LM6 Aluminium Alloy-Based Hybrid Metal Matrix Composites Using Stir Casting Process
Investigation on Mechanical and Wear Behaviors of LM6 Aluminium Alloy-Based Hybrid Metal Matrix Composites Using Stir Casting Process Open
In this investigation, aluminium-silicon-based alloy (LM6) with the addition of (0, 2.5, 5, and 10%) copper-coated short steel fiber and 5% boron carbide (B4C) element-strengthened composites was fabricated by the stir casting method. Mech…
View article: Improving the mechanical properties of jute fiber woven mat reinforced epoxy composites with addition of zinc oxide filler
Improving the mechanical properties of jute fiber woven mat reinforced epoxy composites with addition of zinc oxide filler Open
The present work is to prepare the jute fiber reinforced epoxy composites by changing the number of layers of jute fiber mat and adding the various content of zinc oxide filler. The composites were prepared by compression molding technique…
View article: Investigations of Antifriction bearing defects using Vibration Signatures
Investigations of Antifriction bearing defects using Vibration Signatures Open
Antifriction bearing failure is a major factor in the failure of rotating machinery. As a fatal defect is detected, it is common to shut down the machinery as soon as possible to avoid catastrophic damages. Performing such action typically…
View article: Dynamic Characteristics of Twisted Composite Panels
Dynamic Characteristics of Twisted Composite Panels Open
Composite materials are being increasingly used in turbo-machinery blades because of their higher specific strength and stiffness, and these can be tailored through the variation of fiber orientation and stacking sequence to obtain an effi…