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Effect of Nano-Fillers on the Mechanical and Fracture Behavior of Polymer Composite Matrices: A Review
Abstract: The modification of polymer composite matrices through the incorporation of nano-scale fillers has become a prominent and highly effective strategy for enhancing mechanical performance, stiffness, and fracture resistance. Unlike conventional micro-scale reinforcements, nano-fillers possess exceptionally high surface area–to–volume ratios and unique physicochemical characteristics that significantly influence interfacial phenomena within the polymer matrix. Materials, such as carbon nanotubes (CNTs), graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs), nano-silica, and layered silicate nanoclays, introduce advanced toughening mechanisms …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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Wettability of carbon fibers with resin matrices from dynamic contact angle measurements
Abstract: Wettability is the property that quantifies the propensity of a solid surface (carbon fiber) to be covered by a liquid (resin). For a wettable solid, the solid-liquid contact is favoured and as a result the liquid spreads on such surface of the solid. Spreading of the liquid on the solid surface is primarily driven by the adhesive forces between the liquid and the solid, while the inter molecular cohesive forces …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Synthesis of Groundnut Shell Composites: Exploring Chemical Reactions for Particle Treatmentand Modification
Abstract: The utilization of groundnut shell particles as a sustainable and economical filler in composite materials has garnered significant interest in recent years. This manuscript presents an in-depth analysis of the chemical processes involved in synthesizing groundnut shell-based composites, with a focus on the treatment and modification of the particles to enhance their compatibility and functional properties. The study investigates various chemical reactions, including acid and alkali treatments, aimed at altering …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Comprehensive Composite Review: Insights, Challenges, and Future Trends
Abstract: A composite is a substance made up of two or more separate materials that have been blended or combined to create a new material with superior qualities. According to estimates from engineering materials research, there are more than 80,000 different kinds of materials in the world. It comprises both metallic and non-metallic materials, including semiconductors, ceramics, glasses, and plastics. Furthermore, various fields in which composites are used, including several industrial, …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 10–17 Read article
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Uses of Natural Fibres in Polymer Composites
Abstract: The increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly materials has led to growing interest in utilizing natural fibers as reinforcements in polymer composites. Natural fibers such as jute, flax, hemp, sisal, and coir have gained notable attention due to their renewable origin, biodegradability, low density, and cost-effectiveness when compared with conventional synthetic fibers like glass or carbon. When combined with suitable polymer matrices, these fibers form natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites (NFRPCs), …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Development of Nanocomposites for Sensor Applications
Abstract: The development of nanocomposites for sensor applications represents a significant breakthrough in materials science and engineering, driven by the unique properties of nanomaterials. Nanocomposites, which combine nanoparticles with polymers or other matrices, exhibit enhanced mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties, making them highly suitable for various sensing applications. The integration of nanoparticles, such as metal oxide, carbon nanotubes, and graphene, into a composite framework can dramatically increase sensitivity and selectivity, enabling …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 18–37 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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Virgin-Recycled Thermoplastic Matrix Systems as Engineered Composite Materials: A Compositional Framework for Mechanical Property Retention in Secondary Polymer Supply Chains
Abstract: Virgin-to-recycled thermoplastic resin blends, while conventionally treated as simple two- component mixtures in secondary polymer supply chains, exhibit compositional and morphological characteristics that are more accurately described using the framework of engineered composite matrix systems. This paper presents a compositional framework for understanding and predicting mechanical property retention in virgin-recycled polypropylene (PP) and high-density polyethylene (HDPE) matrix systems, developed through more than twenty years of commercial secondary polymer distribution practice …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs)
Abstract: Abstract Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) combine metallic matrices with reinforcing phases (ceramics, intermetallics, fibers, or particles) to achieve superior mechanical, thermal, and tribological properties compared with monolithic metals. This review surveys fabrication routes, reinforcement types, microstructural characteristics, mechanical and tribological behavior, machining challenges, applications across aerospace, automotive, electronics, and future directions including additive manufacturing, in-situ MMCs, and data-driven materials design. Critical challenges such as interface control, scalability, cost, and machinability …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Morphology and Elemental Composition of Carbon Fibers†
Abstract: Carbon fibers, owing to their unique property of high specific strength, find immense utility in almost all sectors of human activity, ranging from aeronautics, astronautics, geonautics, aquanautics, industry, catalysis, smart materials, defence, and many more. The production, properties, and applications of carbon fibers and related materials are a fertile and fast-growing research area drawing wide attention of researchers worldwide. The key feature of this original research paper is to study …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of Polymer-Based Organic–Inorganic Hybrid Materials viaSol–Gel Processing: A Review of Gelatin–Silica, Gelatin–Silica–Titania and HPMA-Based Systems
Abstract: Organic–inorganic hybrid materials have emerged as a versatile class of advanced materials that integrate the flexibility and functionality of organic polymers with the thermal, mechanical, and chemical stability of inorganic networks. Among the available fabrication routes, the sol–gel process has gained considerable attention because of its simplicity, low processing temperature, compositional flexibility, and ability to tailor material properties at the molecular level. The present review discusses the synthesis and characterization …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Establishment of a Sensitive LC-MS Method for Pharmacokinetic Evaluation of Decitabine and Cedazuridie in Rat Plasma
Abstract: A simple, rapid, and highly sensitive liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (LC–MS) method was successfully developed and validated for the simultaneous determination of Decitabine and Cedazuridine in plasma matrices. The method demonstrated excellent linearity across the selected calibration range, with correlation coefficients (R²) consistently exceeding 0.999 for both analytes, indicating strong analytical performance. Method validation was carried out in accordance with ICH Q2(R2) and US FDA bioanalytical method validation guidelines, ensuring compliance …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Establishment of a Sensitive LC-MS Method for Pharmacokinetic Evaluation of Decitabine and Cedazuridie in Rat Plasma
Abstract: Abstract A simple, rapid, and highly sensitive liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (LC–MS) method was successfully developed and validated for the simultaneous determination of Decitabine and Cedazuridine in plasma matrices. The method demonstrated excellent linearity across the selected calibration range, with correlation coefficients (R²) consistently exceeding 0.999 for both analytes, indicating strong analytical performance. Method validation was carried out in accordance with ICH Q2(R2) and US FDA bioanalytical method validation guidelines, ensuring …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Articulating Precarious Waters: A Critical Review of Pharmaceutical Contaminants, Their Pathways, and Ecological–Health Risks in the Aquatic Systems of Bihar, India
Abstract: The article examines the emerging yet under-documented issue of pharmaceutical contaminants in Bihar’s aquatic environment, focusing on their types, occurrence, sources, and implications for ecology and human health. Pharmaceuticals and personal care products-including antibiotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, analgesics, beta‑blockers, and hormones – are conceptualized as pseudo-persistent pollutants because continuous inputs from households, healthcare facilities, and diffuse anthropogenic activities sustain their presence in surface water and groundwater despite individual compounds having …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 28–51 Read article
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Enhancing Facial Expression Analysis Using CNNs: Insights from ML and Deep Learning Comparisons
Abstract: Emotion recognition from facial manifestations increases the interaction between humans and computers by enabling the interaction between humans and computers to effectively explain human feelings. This study presents a comparative analysis of three approaches to the emotional recognition of faces: a custom Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) model, Traditional Machine Learning (ML) methods, and other deep learning architectures such as VGG, ResNet, and Hybrid CNN–RNN models. The proposed CNN-based system, developed …
Published in International Journal of Image Processing and Pattern Recognition · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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Green and Nanotechnology Approaches for the Determination of Tungsten (VI): A Modern Analytical Perspective
Abstract: The determination of tungsten (VI) has gained increasing importance due to its extensive industrial applications and growing environmental relevance. Tungsten is widely used in alloys, catalysts, electronics, and energy systems, leading to its release into environmental matrices such as water, soil, and biological systems. Accurate monitoring of tungsten at trace and ultra-trace levels is therefore essential for environmental assessment and industrial quality control. Conventional analytical techniques, including inductively coupled plasma …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 26–35 Read article
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Enhancing the strength and flexibility of crowns and bridges: advances in materials, design, and nanotechnology.
Abstract: The continuous advancement in restorative dentistry has led to the integration of nanotechnology in the fabrication of crowns and bridges, significantly enhancing their mechanical and functional performance. Nano-enhanced materials, including nanoparticle-reinforced resin matrices, nanostructured ceramics, and nano-modified adhesive systems, demonstrate superior properties compared to conventional materials. These improvements are largely attributed to the uniform dispersion of nanoparticles, which enhances filler–matrix bonding, increases surface interaction, and reduces microstructural defects, resulting in …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Integrating Cellular Automata for Predicting Urban Expansion: A Case Study of Bavdhan, Sus, and Mahalunge
Abstract: Rapid Urban Expansion in the metropolitan cities like Pune, result in indiscriminate land use changes transforming natural landscapes. Such haphazard spatial development poses a risk to depletions of resources along with the disarray of the ecological system. A proactive approach to predicting and analyzing such changes is necessary in promoting the well-managed growth of cities. For the complex nature of urban growth, simulation method is used for analyzing spatial patterns, …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 51–62 Read article
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Nanoenabled resinbased composites in restorative dentistry: mechanical performance, aesthetic outcomes, and global regulatory considerations
Abstract: Resinbased composites are central to contemporary restorative dentistry but remain constrained by polymerization shrinkage, wear and color instability, which compromise longterm restoration success. Nanoenabled resinbased composites (nanocomposites) have been developed to overcome these limitations by incorporating nanosized fillers and engineered nanostructures into conventional resin matrices, thereby enhancing mechanical properties and optical performance. This narrative Review summarises current evidence on the evolution, composition, and mechanisms of nanoenabled resinbased composites; compares their …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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Chemical Engineering Aspects of Carrageenan Hydrogel–Silver Composite Systems: Synthesis, Structure, and Performance
Abstract: This review presents a green chemistry-driven strategy for the synthesis, design, and chemical engineering of carrageenan-based hydrogel matrices embedded with green-synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) for advanced biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. Silver nanoparticles were fabricated through an environmentally benign route employing natural biopolymeric reducing and stabilizing agents, eliminating the need for hazardous chemical reagents and minimizing ecological impact. The synthesized AgNPs were subsequently incorporated into κ-carrageenan hydrogel networks under controlled physicochemical …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 7–27 Read article