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35 articles for “Epoxy”
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SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERISATION OF NATURAL FIBRE REINFORCED EPOXY COMPOSITES BASED ON SESAME OIL
Abstract: ABSTRACT Epoxy sheet and its composites were obtained by epoxidised resin and coir fibres respectively. Epoxidisedresin were prepared by condensing sesame oil using hydrogen peroxide and glacial acetic acid as catalyst. The resin was characterisedby spectral studies such as FT-IR and Solvent Absorptivity Percentage of Epoxy Resin and its Composites.The epoxy composites have higher solvent absorptivity percentage in the solvents when compared to that of epoxy resin. The epoxy composites …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 38–40 Read article
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Mechanical and Thermal Characterization of Natural Fiber-Reinforced Epoxy Composites for Structural Applications
Abstract: Natural fiber reinforced polymer (NFRP) composites have emerged as promising alternatives to conventional synthetic fiber composites owing to their environmental sustainability, low density, and competitive specific mechanical properties. However, a comprehensive and simultaneous evaluation of both mechanical and thermal performance of jute/sisal hybrid natural fiber epoxy composites under systematic fiber treatment conditions remains insufficiently addressed in the literature. The present study investigates the mechanical and thermal characterization of jute and …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 37–48 Read article
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Interfacial Engineering and Performance Optimization of Jute-Fiber-Reinforced Epoxy Laminates
Abstract: The increasing environmental concerns associated with synthetic fiber reinforced polymer composites have driven substantial research interest toward naturally derived, biodegradable fiber alternatives. This study presents a comprehensive mechanical and thermal characterization of jute fiber reinforced epoxy composites fabricated via hand lay-up followed by compression molding. Jute fibers were subjected to alkali treatment using 5 wt% sodium hydroxide (NaOH) solution for 4 hours at ambient temperature to enhance fiber–matrix interfacial bonding …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 52–64 Read article
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Facile Approach to Epoxidize Elastomers & Its Silica Composite for Green Tyre Application
Abstract: Rubber epoxidation is usually carried out to serve dual purpose, to introduce the functionality, and to enhance the polymer – filler interaction. In general, epoxidation of elastomers having unsaturation in backbone adopt conventional refluxing and batch process which makes the synthesis complex as well as time consuming. In view of this, a novel process of epoxidation through sonication technique is identified as simple and efficient process. Synthetic rubbers containing unsaturation …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 14–27 Read article
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Experimental Study on Mechanical Properties of E-glass Fiber and Epoxy Resin Hybrid Composite Material
Abstract: Hybrid composites occupying the area of standard materials by satisfying the necessities of various sectors like part industries, automobile industries, ship building and numerous bio-medical sectors. the most reason to substitute standard materials is that the hybrid composites giving same or additional needed properties with less weight and value than standard materials and most output in minimal consumption with higher lifespan to seek out the economical suggests that of utilizing …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 20–36 Read article
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Influence of Surface Treatments on the Adhesion of Plant Fibers to Epoxy Resin
Abstract: Because of their primary benefits, moderate strength and stiffness, low cost, and the fact that they are a renewable, biodegradable, and environmentally safe material, natural fibers are seen to have potential use as reinforcing agents in polymer composite materials. Since they are inherently hydrophilic, moisture can easily build up on them, weakening or plasticizing the fibers’ adhesion to the surrounding matrix and affecting the performance of composite materials used in …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 12–24 Read article
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Development of Epoxy Based Hybrid Composite Reinforced with Jute and Glass-fiber and Effect of Silicon Carbide additive on it’s Mechanical Properties
Abstract: In this project, an effort is made to compare the improvement of the matrix material properties because of the presence of the fillers and additives. Initially, hand lay-up process was carried out in a mold of known dimensions to layup jute fibers of varying weight percentages in the epoxy matrix. Another composite with glass fibers of similar weight percentages to that of jute were laid up in epoxy matrix in …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Strain-based Fatigue Test of Woven Glass-Epoxy Fabric Composites
Abstract: Strain based fatigue testing of Glass-Epoxy Composite Material in Tension-Tension loading is carried out by using positive load method to evaluate potential crack propagation, fiber fractures, de-laminations, etc. Through continuous stressing in the material, evaluation of life cycle capabilities of glass fiber composites are found which is essential for Research Development, Structural Design, Quality assurance, Modeling and finally Material Specifications. By using an epoxy resin with glass fiber prepared in …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 39–55 Read article
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Mechanical Characterization using Finite Element Analysis of Jute and E-Glass Fabric Reinforced Epoxy Composite Materials
Abstract: Recently, there has been a greater inclination towards natural fiber reinforced plastics composites (NFRPC) because these are environmentally friendly and cost-effective to synthetic fiber reinforced composites. The availability of natural fibers and ease of manufacturing have tempted researchers worldwide to try locally available inexpensive fibers and to study their feasibility of reinforcement purposes and to what extent they satisfy the required specifications of good reinforced polymer composite for tribological applications. …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 21–39 Read article
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Mechanical Behavior of Calotropis Gigantea FruitBunch Fiber-Epoxy Composites
Abstract: Global warming solutions in the modern era are centered on substituting environmentally friendly biodegradable materials for fossil fuels to slow down the rate at which they are being depleted. The study literature supports the use of substitute materials for plastics in the creation of composite materials, and this work envisions the use of Calotropis gigantea fruit bunch fiber as one such substitute material. Since Calotropis gigantea fruit bunch fiber is …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 45–58 Read article
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Analysis of Mechanical Attributes of Nano clay Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: Composite material provide a Higher and unique mechanical and physical attributes because of its combines the most unique attributes of its composition while underlying their least advantageous attributes . Composites have been widely used in various application starting from aerospace , Manufacturing plants , Electrical equipment's , Marine , Automotive ,Civil Infrastructure , Corrosive Environment’s ,Whereas the Epoxy which are the cured components of two chemical functional group namely polyepoxides …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 Read article
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Influence of Concentration Variation of Chemical Pre Treatments on Tensile Properties of Coir Fibre Reinforced Composites
Abstract: Composite material consisting randomly oriented coir fibres and epoxy resin have been studied. This study tends to analyze the tensile properties of coir fibre (10mm length) reinforced with epoxy resin by treating with Na0H and KMn04 of different concentrations. Fibers are bonded together with epoxy resin by hand layup process and cured at room temperature for 24 hours to form composite. Different tensile properties of composite were investigated in accordance …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Sustainable Cementitious Composites withEpoxy–Alccofine Synergy
Abstract: This research examines the combined influence of epoxy resin and Alccofine when used as partial substitutes for cement in producing sustainable, high-performance concrete. The study aims to improve both strength and durability properties while simultaneously reducing cement usage and its environmental impact. Concrete mixes were prepared with epoxy resin contents of 0%, 5%, and 10% by weight of cement, along with Alccofine replacement levels of 5%, 10%, and 15%. The …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Experimental verification of strength of glass fiber reinforced polymer matrix composites
Abstract: An experimental investigation has been carried out to develop a new PMC (Polymer Matrix Composite) using commercially available Epoxy and Polyurethane resin systems. These resin systems would be reinforced with glass fibers, filler materials and aluminium foils. The laminates have been prepared by using the hand lay-up technique for eight layers and the mechanical tests such as tensile and compression test have been conducted for the PMC. This work has …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 43–51 Read article
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Experimental Study on Behavior of various FRP on strength properties of concrete
Abstract: Fibre sheeting is an effective way to repair structures that have become essentially fragile greater than their living expectancy. A lot of research is currently being done on the use of fibre sheets and overlays all around the world. In comparison to traditional repair frameworks and materials, FRP frames are a more cost-effective option. The purpose of this study is to experimentally investigate the behavior of GFRP, CFRP, and BASALT …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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Mechanical Behavior and Model Fitness of the Natural Fiber Composite: A Study on Orange Peel and Charcoal Composite
Abstract: In this paper, orange peel with charcoal in addition with epoxy resin composite is tested for the behavior of mechanical properties. The results depicted that the best hardness, thickness, tractable flexural are getting for the material organized with the 20 % of weight sustained orange strip epoxy composite. The obtained results were also tested for regression analysis for validate the experimental data for assessment of model fitness. Keywords: natural composite …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 33–42 Read article
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Fatigue Performance of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Hybrid Nanocomposites Modified Using Core-Shell Rubber Particles and Nanosilica
Abstract: This study investigates the fatigue behavior of carbon fiber-reinforced epoxy composites modified with nanosilica, core-shell rubber particles, and a hybrid of both additives. Specifically, the composites were formulated with 10 wt% nanosilica, 10 wt% core-shell rubber particles, and a hybrid containing 10 wt% of each additive. The research aimed to assess how these modifications influence the mechanical performance and fatigue resistance of the composites under cyclic loading conditions. The addition …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 8–20 Read article
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MWCNT AND GRAPHENE FOR IMPROVED CORROSION RESISTANCE OF MILD STEEL
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe protective coating method is a passive corrosion protection technique. The protective coating detaches the metallic surfaces from the aggressive media, such as moisture, salts, acids etc. Nanotechnology is a relatively modern development in scientific research, the development of this concept occurred over a very short period of time. One technique that has recently been used to increase the adhesive and anti-corrosive properties of polymer coatings is the addition of …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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Advanced Techniques for Delamination Toughening in Carbon Fibre Reinforced Composites
Abstract: Carbon fibre reinforced composites are widely used in various industries due to their excellent strengthto-weight ratio and stiffness properties. However, one of the major issues in these composites is delamination, which occurs due to the weak interlaminar bonding between the layers of fibers and matrix. Delamination leads to a reduction in the load-carrying capacity and structural integrity of the composite. To address this issue, several advanced techniques for delamination toughening …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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The advanced composite materials production by new method using the process of vibro-turbulization
Abstract: Typically, the methods of composite materials production, such as epoxy bases, include preparing a binder by mixing a hardener, a solvent and an epoxy resin, infusing a fibrous or powder filler with a binder, and hardening by heating under pressure. These methods do not permit to reach the main goal of the production of advanced composite materials with a basis (matrix) filled by uniformly dvistributed fibrous or powder filler (armoured …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–4 Read article