International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials
Volume 3, Issue 2 (2017)
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Table of contents
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Application and Future of Composite Materials: A Review
Abstract: Materials play a significant role in the blooming of human civilization and country’s infrastructure. Composite materials have boundless engineering application where strength to weight ratio, low cost and ease of fabrication are required. For certain applications, the use of composite materials as compare to metals has in fact resulted in savings of both weight and cost. Some examples are cascades for engines, leaf spring, curved fairing and fillets, replacements for …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Graphene Nanocomposites
Abstract: This paper provides an ample review of the present trends in graphene research with an emphasis on graphene-based nanocomposites and their applications. Various synthesis routes have recently been devised for mass production of graphene to address the needs of the composite industry. This paper describes the worldwide scenario of applications and uses in the field of graphene nanocomposites. It concludes with a discussion of the impact of graphene in composites …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Study on the Properties and Applications of Thermoplastic
Abstract: Hot-applied thermoplastic is prepared for road deposition in a melting apparatus where the granular or block material is introduced and heated until it liquefies at temperatures exceeding 400F. When applied on asphaltic concrete, thermoplastic material develops a thermal bond via heat- fusion. A thermoplastic is a material, usually a plastic polymer, which becomes soft when heated and hard when cooled. Thermoplastic materials can be cooled and heated several times without …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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A Review on Recent Applications and Future Prospectus of Hybrid Composites in Various Engineering Applications
Abstract: Hybrid composite materials have far reaching engineering application where strength to weight proportion, minimal cost and simplicity of creation are essential. Hybrid composites deliver combination of properties such as compressive strength, impact strength and tensile modulus which cannot be appreciated in composite materials. In modern times, hybrid composites have been recognized as highly efficient, high performance structural materials and their use is increasing speedily. Hybrid composites are generally used when …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 22–24 Read article
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Applications of Composite Materials in Aerospace Industry
Abstract: Composites are becoming increasingly important in the aerospace industry. At least 30–40 per cent of modern airframes are now made of composites, and this percentage is increasing rapidly due to technological advances in the field. Fibre-reinforced polymer composite materials are fast gaining ground as preferred materials for construction of aircrafts and space crafts. This paper gives a review of some of these developments with a discussion of the problems with …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 5–10 Read article