Jayashree Bijwe
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View article: Developing Superperforming Composites by Harnessing Fiber Orientation and Processing Technology
Developing Superperforming Composites by Harnessing Fiber Orientation and Processing Technology Open
The current research on the development and performance evaluation of unique composites focuses on an unexplored combination of fibers of PBO (polybenzoxazole Zylon) as reinforcement and PEEK (polyetheretherketone) as a matrix. Their fiber…
View article: Non-covalent functionalization at Titanium carbide nano-particles for strengthening the interface with polyaryletherketone matrix for developing high-strength adhesives
Non-covalent functionalization at Titanium carbide nano-particles for strengthening the interface with polyaryletherketone matrix for developing high-strength adhesives Open
In this study, a highly effective cationic polymer, Poly (diallyldimethylammonium chloride) (PDDA), was used to bond Titanium Carbide (TiC) nano-particles (NPs) non-covalently with matrix polyaryletherketone (PAEK). Functionalization of PD…
View article: Sandwich-structured nano-adhesive based on the synergistic action of two nanoparticles (SiC and MWCNTs)
Sandwich-structured nano-adhesive based on the synergistic action of two nanoparticles (SiC and MWCNTs) Open
This study encompasses the development of sandwich-structured adhesive reporting the synergism in the functioning of two kinds of nanoparticles (NPs)-SiC (Silicon carbide) and MWCNTs (multiwalled carbon nanotubes). Two adhesives using MWCN…
View article: Assimilation of Nanoparticles of SiC, ZrC, and WC with Polyaryletherketone for Performance Augmentation of Adhesives
Assimilation of Nanoparticles of SiC, ZrC, and WC with Polyaryletherketone for Performance Augmentation of Adhesives Open
The present paper reports the analyses of results obtained from experiments carried out to explore the challenge of homogeneous, uniform, and deagglomerated dispersion of ultra-heavy nanoparticles (NPs) in the high-performance polyarylethe…
View article: Carbon Fabric Decorated with In-Situ Grown Silver Nanoparticles in Epoxy Composite for Enhanced Performance
Carbon Fabric Decorated with In-Situ Grown Silver Nanoparticles in Epoxy Composite for Enhanced Performance Open
The current study focuses on studying the effect of reinforcement of carbon fabric (CF) decorated with in-situ grown silver (Ag) nanoparticles (NPs) on the performance properties of epoxy composite. The Ag NPs were grown on carbon fabric b…
View article: Polyaniline Nanoparticles: A Novel Additive for Augmenting Thermal Conductivity and Tribo-Properties of Mineral Oil and Commercial Engine Oil
Polyaniline Nanoparticles: A Novel Additive for Augmenting Thermal Conductivity and Tribo-Properties of Mineral Oil and Commercial Engine Oil Open
The present work demonstrates the novel composition of nanoparticles (NPs) of polyaniline (PANI) solo and, in combination with particles of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) ~230 nm, as a powerful additive (antiwear-AWA and extreme-pressure a…
View article: Suppression of Brake Noise and Vibration Using Aramid and Zylon Fibers: Experimental and Numerical Study
Suppression of Brake Noise and Vibration Using Aramid and Zylon Fibers: Experimental and Numerical Study Open
Aramid pulp/fiber is the most vital ingredient of brake friction material (FM) formulation. It is perpetually added to achieve quality brake pads/shoes and improve the overall friction and wear performance. Additionally, novel Zylon fibers…
View article: Performance Augmentation of Epoxy Adhesives with TiN Nanoparticles
Performance Augmentation of Epoxy Adhesives with TiN Nanoparticles Open
In the current study, nanoparticles (NPs) of titanium nitride (50-70 nm) in varying amounts (0-4 wt %) were uniformly suspended in an epoxy solution and then used to cast the films of nanocomposites. The same formulations were used to prep…
View article: Exploration of pros and cons of polyetherimide solutions with varying concentrations as the sizing agents for graphite fibers in graphite fabric-PAEK composites
Exploration of pros and cons of polyetherimide solutions with varying concentrations as the sizing agents for graphite fibers in graphite fabric-PAEK composites Open
Some specialty polymers such as polyetheretherketone (PEEK), Polyaryletherketone (PAEK), polyetherketoneketone (PEKK), polyetherimide (PEI), polyamideimide (PAI), and polyimide (PI) are the ideal choices for developing high performance bid…
View article: Role of Promaxon-D in Controlling Tribological Performance of Cu-Free Brake Pads
Role of Promaxon-D in Controlling Tribological Performance of Cu-Free Brake Pads Open
Copper appears to be an indispensable ingredient of non-asbestos organic (NAO) brake friction materials owing to its multifunctionality. However, recent findings proved it as a threat to aquatic life and efforts were initiated worldwide ov…
View article: Functionalization of alumina particles to improve the performance of eco-friendly brake-pads
Functionalization of alumina particles to improve the performance of eco-friendly brake-pads Open
Abrasives, such as oxides of alumina (Al), silica (Si), zirconia (Zr), chromium (Cr) etc., are added to raise the friction level and also to remove the glaze on the disc so that surface will be rejuvenated continuously during braking and w…
View article: Particulate PTFE as a super-efficient secondary solid lubricant in PAEK composites for exceptional performance in adhesive wear mode
Particulate PTFE as a super-efficient secondary solid lubricant in PAEK composites for exceptional performance in adhesive wear mode Open
In this paper tribo-comparison of two SLs viz. graphite and PTFE as a secondary lubricant in composites with identical composition (20 wt%) is presented. The mechanical, thermal and tribological properties as well as mechanism of PAEK comp…
View article: Roles of Size, Shape, Amount, and Functionalization of Nanoparticles of Titania in Controlling the Tribo-Performance of UHMWPE Composites
Roles of Size, Shape, Amount, and Functionalization of Nanoparticles of Titania in Controlling the Tribo-Performance of UHMWPE Composites Open
The present research is based on development and performance evaluation of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene composites with Titania particles in various amounts and of two sizes, including nano-size. It also included functionalizat…
View article: Graphite fabric reinforced PAEK composites by novel impregnation-co-film technique
Graphite fabric reinforced PAEK composites by novel impregnation-co-film technique Open
High performance polymers such as Poly(ether ether ketone) (PEEK), Poly(aryl ether ketone) (PAEK), Poly(ether ketone ketone) (PEKK), etc exhibit high melting points, 343 °C, 373 °C and 338 °C respectively and very high melt viscosity. They…