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Status of Composite Materials in Automobile Sector
Abstract: Composite materials may someday have big advantages over steel in automobile manufacturing. Composites are being considered to make lighter, safer and more fuel-efficient vehicles. A composite is composed of a high-performance fiber (such as carbon or glass) in a matrix material (epoxy polymer) that when combined provides enhanced properties compared with the individual materials by themselves. Carbon-fiber composites weigh about one-fifth as much as steel, but are as good or …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 27–30 Read article
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Market Assessment of Polymer Matrix Composites
Abstract: Polymeric composition compound with a plasticizer or very low proportion of pigment or processing aids are nonordinary consider as a composition the goal is to improve strength stiffness or toughness or dimensional stability by embedding particles in matrix or binding phase. Polymer-matrix composites are valued in the aerospace industry for their stiffness, lightness, and heat resistance. They are fabricated materials in which carbon or hydrocarbon fibres (and sometimes metallic strands, …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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An Overview of Ceramic Matrix Composite
Abstract: Ceramic materials often exhibit a combination of useful physical and mechanical properties, including high refractoriness, but their applications are restricted due to their brittle behaviour; in an attempt to improve the strength, and particularly the toughness, of brittle ceramics particle-strengthening and fibre-reinforcement have been utilized, with limited success. The factors which affect the mechanical properties of these composite systems are discussed, and the various experimental systems that have been investigated …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 23–26 Read article
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An Evaluation of Cracks Repairing Techniques in Metals
Abstract: Cracks are surface that develop in a material. Dissemination energy derived from mechanical, thermal, chemical, and metallurgical effects, or a grouping of these may affect crack beginning and growth. Numerous types of cracks exist in metals and can be characterized as grinding, solidification, cooling, crater, machining tears, plating, centerline, pickling, heat treatment, fatigue, creep, stress corrosion and hydrogen cracks. Cracks can grow and lead to complete fracture of the component …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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A Mini Review on Properties and Application of Composite Materials
Abstract: This study demonstrates the need of composite materials over common materials. Using different molding methods, composite components are manufactured in different sectors. The primary advantage of composite is lightweight, relative stiffness and strength properties. The key concepts of composites are its physical properties, material properties, tooling, design, inspection and repair. Military vehicles, such as airplanes, helicopters, and rockets, placed a premium on high-strength, light-weight materials. While the metallic components that …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Experimental Analysis on the Characteristics of Gas Turbine Blade Materials
Abstract: Gas turbine technology is gaining importance and has become viable option in most of the applications in view of depleting fossil fuels. Material research has widened the scope and life of gas turbines with improved performance. Present work experimentally studies about the characteristics of different materials that can be used in gas turbines and in particular, turbine/compressor blades. Nickel, Titanium and steel alloys of different metal compositions are selected. Hardness …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Effect of Some Physical Properties on the Swelling Behaviour of Biomass Membranes
Abstract: The membranes of Detarium microcarpum seeds (DMS) and Alfzelia africana seeds (AAS) were developed. The water uptake capacities for DMS and AAS were found to be 500% and 390% respectively. The percentage of water uptake by Detarium microcarpum membrane and Alfzelia africana membrane, both increased with increased in the concentration of DMS and AAS as well as pH. The effect of contact time on water uptake showed that the water …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Sugar Manufacturing and Process Performance Analysis- A study
Abstract: ABSTRACT Sugar is one of the most desirous commodity in every part of the world. It production requires a lot of planning from crop to final product development. In the present work it is analysed that sugar production is passed through a lot energy intensive processes. These energy intensive processes are necessary at every level of sugar production. Therefore, to plan any energy conservation policy it is rudiment to understand …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Effect of Addition of Phosphates on Thermal, Physical and Mechanical Properties of Phenolic and Amino Bonded Wood Composite
Abstract: Properties of flame retardant molecule board made by treating the molecule (crowded deltoids) with mono ammonium hosphate/diammonium phosphate (MAP/DAP) creation were examined. Two convergences of (0, 1, and 2%) of flame retardants ere joined to the particles on broiler dry weight of the particles. Melamine Urea Formaldehyde tar (MUF) and phenol formaldehyde pitch (PF) were utilized to produce the exploratory boards. The fire retardancy and warm strength of the composites …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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Study of Composite Material
Abstract: Polymeric composition compound with a plasticizer or very low proportion of pigment or processing aids are nonordinary consider as a composition the goal is to improve strength stiffness or toughness or dimensional stability by embedding particles in matrix or binding phase.
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 43–53 Read article
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Free Vibration Analysis of Laminated Composite Plate with Various Boundary Condition Using FEM
Abstract: The vibration analysis of laminated composite plates is analyzed using finite element method. A suitable finite element model is proposed and developed based on first order shear deformation theory using ANSYS parametric design language (APDL) code. The model has been developed using an appropriate eight node isoparametric element (SHELL281) from the ANSYS element library. In this paper Numerical results have been computed for the effect of material properties, thickness ratio …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Sensing Capabilities of Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composite Integrated With Electrical Inserts
Abstract: This paper describes the attempts made in developing a passive smart material by the integration of electrical inserts in the FRP components and studying the electrical & mechanical behavior under different loading conditions. FRPs are fabricated with copper inserts and are tested to study the resistive and capacitive behaviors of prepared specimens. FRP components are also tested for tensile, bending, compression and impact strengths to determine the effect of metal …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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Review on Natural Fiber Composites: Banana/Hemp Fiber and Its Hybrid Composites
Abstract: The centuries ago usage of composites materials plays important role in industrial revolution. In ancient days Egyptians used straw as reinforcement in clay bricks to build house. With the invented of glass fiber and resins, glass fiber reinforced composites found its application in many areas. Abundance nature and moderate specific strength than most of the organic fibers, low density and biodegradable nature make the natural fiber as attractive reinforcement in …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 14–27 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Tensile Properties of Al6061-Graphite Particulate Composites
Abstract: This paper presents the experimental work carried out on the tensile behavior of aluminium 6061 (Al 6061) graphite particulate composites. The required specimen are prepared using stir casting method with graphite proportions ranging from 3 to 12 % by weight. The mechanical behavior of Al 6061 graphite particulate composites produced using stir casting method, was investigated by conducting experiments on Universal Testing Machine (UTM). Tensile specimens were utilized for tensile …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Microstructure Dependence of Electrical Properties in AgI- and Ag2S-Doped Glass Nanocomposites
Abstract: In this paper, we report the study of microstructure dependence of ion conduction for several AgI- and Ag2S-doped glasses and glass nanocomposites systems. The structure and electrical properties of these samples have been studied and the effects of formation of nanocrystalline phases on the electrical properties of these glasses are presented. The microstructure of these glasses was studied employing transmission electron microscope (TEM). The temperature dependence of dc conductivity shows …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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Assessment of Tensile and Hardness Property of AA5083/Nano-Al2O3 Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: Al–Mg base composites reinforced with different mixtures of nano-Al2O3 particles have been fabricated by mechanical stir casting and their metallurgical and mechanical characterization has been investigated. In this investigation, the Al2O3 particulates were reinforced into the base matrix of aluminium fabricated with five levels of volume fraction such as Al/0 vol.% Al2O3, Al/2 vol.% Al2O3, Al/4 vol.% Al2O3, Al/6 vol.% Al2O3 and Al/8 vol.% Al2O3. After the Al-base-nano-composites were fabricated …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Experimental evaluation of dc Conductivity of Rice Husk Reinforced Polypropylene Composites with addition of cenosphere
Abstract: Insulating materials are used in electrical power circuits to prevent leakages of current. Main objective of this study is to evaluate the dc conductivity of rice husk filled polypropylene composites with and without cenosphere. The conductivity at room temperature was found to decreases from 2.64e-13 to 9.371e-14 S cm-1 with the addition of cenosphere. Dense packing of the material, collapse of pores and decreases in air gap between the rice …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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Effect of Fly Ash Cenosphere on Electric Properties of Polypropylene
Abstract: Present work deals with findings on electrical properties of cenosphere filled polypropylene composites. Frequency dependence of the dielectric constant (ε’) of the composite samples was carried out at ambient temperature. A theoretical model is proposed for the electrical conductivity of porous polypropylene/cenosphere composites. Role of addition of these cenosphere particles on electrical properties such as dielectric constant, tanδ, dc conductivity and ac conductivity were investigated. Increase of fly ash cenosphere …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 7–19 Read article
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Compatibility of Nanobiocide as Wood Preservative with Thermosetting Resin used as Adhesive for Plywood Manufacturing
Abstract: The study objective was to develop a wood preservative by nano form of Copper oxide, Zinc oxide and Copper sulphate for wood based panel products to make the system with a lesser amount of toxicity. Wood preservatives are products used for the safeguard of wood from deterioration or damage caused by detrimental organisms (for example; fungi, moulds or pests). Nanotechnology presents a notable opportunity to boost the field of wood …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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An Efficient and Simple Higher Order of Shear Deformation Theory for Static and Free Vibration of Laminated Composite Plates
Abstract: In the present study, the static and free vibration of laminated composite plates is examined by using a refined shear deformation theory and developed for a bending analysis of orthotropic laminated composite plates. These models take into account the parabolic distribution of transverse shear stresses and satisfy the condition of zero shear stresses on the top and bottom surfaces of the plates. The most interesting feature of this theory is …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 23–42 Read article