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148 articles for “tensile properties”
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To Study the Effects on Mechanical Properties ofConcrete by Partial Replacement of Sand with MetallicSwarf
Abstract: Abstract The utilization of metallic swarf in concrete manufacturing is increasing in importance due to its environmental and economic benefits. However, the mechanical qualities of such concrete frequently appear inferior to regular concrete. To improve the mechanical characteristics of standard concrete, numerous additives have been researched, but the utilization of metallic swarf remains a mystery. This research investigates the recycling of waste metallic swarf produced in the automobile industry and …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 54–60 Read article
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Study on Mechanical and Physical Properties of Wood-Plastic Nanocomposites after Fiber Surface Treatment
Abstract: Numerous composites based on high-density polyethylene (HDPE), wood flour (WF), and nanoclay (Cloisite 30B) were prepared by melt compounding followed by injection mold. This paper aims to evaluate the feasibility of using HDPE and underutilized WF as a material for the development of woodplastic composites, as well as the strengthening effect of nanoclay on them. To develop the poor interfacial interaction between the hydrophilic WF and hydrophobic HDPE matrix, as …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 43–53 Read article
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An Analysis of the Use of Bamboo Fiber in Concrete
Abstract: Abstract-Bamboo fibers exhibit great potential when it comes to concrete strength and help in minimizing the unavoidable brittle failure. However, there is a need for reconceptualization which combines all other relevant important information and makes it easy for the reader to decide whether or not them uses of bamboo fibers are appropriate. Thus, this review is conducted on bamboo fiber-reinforced concrete to create an overview of historical and more recent …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 Read article
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ENHANCEMENT OF MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF ALLOY 61S BY REINFORCING NANO COMPOSITES
Abstract: During recent decades, a lot of interest had shown in the materials production with nano sized grains. Especially, the aluminum alloys and its composites are widely used for demanding structural applications due to combination of corrosion resistance, formability, weldability and, mechanical properties. The demand for toughness, higher strength and, strength and weight ratio of aluminum alloys for the structural application is ever growing owing to the increasing importance of achieving …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 18–36 Read article
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Effect of Compatibilizers on Polypropylene-Based Peanut Shell Flour Composites Reinforced with Nanoclay
Abstract: The improvement of innovative ingredients is on the rise, especially in the automobile, aerospace, aviation, and construction industries. Conventional ingredients are being substituted with nanocomposite ingredients due to their excellent features. In this study, various composites based on polypropylene (PP), peanut shell flour (50 wt% PSF), and nanoclay (Cloisite 30B) were manufactured by melt mixing process followed by injection molded in the presence of maleated PP (PPM) and maleated styrene …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Evaluation of The Resistance of Concrete by Partial Replacement of Coarse Aggregate with Steel Slag and Cement with Bentonite Powder
Abstract: According to the WHO, concrete is the third most consumed material by humans after food and water. Concrete consists of cement, coarse aggregate, fine aggregate and water. In the production of cement, carbon dioxide is released into the environment, which becomes a big problem for environmental protection. Therefore, there is a need to modify the cement with some natural materials with pozzolanic properties. The aggregates, which are extracted from natural …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Effect of Pulsed Current Micro Plasma Arc welding parameters on Mechanical properties AISI 304 and AISI 430 dissimilar weld joint
Abstract: In the present work, two dissimilar AISI 304 and AISI 430 sheets of 0.4mm thick welded using Micro Plasma Arc Welding. Welding input parameters like peak current, base current, pulse rate and pulse width are considered and output responses like fusion zone grain size, hardness and ultimate tensile strength of the welded joint are considered. 31 experiments are performed as per Central Composite Design (CCD) design matrix of Response Surface …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–26 Read article
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Mechanical and Barrier Properties of LLDPE-LDPE Blend Film with Micro Clay
Abstract: The present study LLDPE-LDPE(50-50 wt%) were compounded with added microclay filler using silicone oil as dispersing agent by twin screw compounding. The three formulations were taken as 1%, 3%, 5% of microclay. The extruded standard has been cut into pellets by cutter. Then films were made using blown film extrusion and then tested. As the filler content increases, the flow behaviour of the film increases. Tensile strength increases upto 1% …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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Mechanical, Thermal, and Electrical Properties of Poly(ether-ester)-Based Thermoplastic Elastomer Composites Filled with ZnO Nanoparticles
Abstract: A highly helpful technique to create novel polymeric materials with ordered and customized features is blending two or more immiscible polymers. The outstanding balance between processability and physical characteristics of thermoplastic polyester elastomers, particularly when using hydrogenated styrene–butadiene copolymer, makes them appealing materials for a variety of applications, including the automotive industry. New opportunities for tailored flexible composites with improved mechanical and chemical properties are made possible by reinforced polymers …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–42 Read article
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Organically Modified Peanut Shell Flour-Reinforced Polypropylene Nanocomposites: Effect of Fiber Surface Treatment on Basic Properties
Abstract: Innovative composite ingredients are increasingly being used, particularly in the automotive, aerospace, aviation, and construction industries. Due to the remarkable properties of nanocomposite components, traditional ingredients are being replaced. This study's work focuses on the usage of polypropylene (PP) as polymer matrices and nanoclay and peanut shell flour (PSF) as reinforcing materials. To enhance the mechanical properties of the PP/PSF composites in the present work, PSFs were treated using sodium …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 19–30 Read article
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Bamboo Reinforced Low Cost House - A Case Study
Abstract: The objective is to set up a low cost house using bamboo and its culms as reinforcement material. A prototype of such a construction has been undertaken in an area of 255 sq.ft. As bamboo acts as a structural member, it can replace steel as reinforcement. The proposed structure consists of four supporting column and one main column at its centre to achieve a better economy due to reduction in …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 59–70 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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Walnut Shells’ Potential Use as Biofillers in Natural Rubber Composites
Abstract: The study assessed the potential of walnut shells as a filler in natural rubber composites. Walnut shells were finely ground, sieved through a 75 μm mesh, and incorporated into natural rubber at different filler loadings: unfilled, 20 parts per hundred rubber (phr), 30 phr, 40 phr, and 50 phr. The physicochemical properties of the walnut shell powder were analyzed, yielding results of 5.30 for pH, 10.10% for moisture content, 2.50% …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Mechanical Properties of sand blasting residue concrete
Abstract: Sand Blasting Residue (SBR) form chain manufacturing companies as a large massive by-product. Steel-slag hydrated matrix is made of ground granulated blast furnace slag powder & steel-making slag which is the by-product of iron manufacturing. This type of construction material is called environmental conscious material in Japan. This research presented that the strength of steel-slag hydrated matrix depends on the pH of the steel-slag hydrated matrix after mixing. Firstly, cement, …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 46–52 Read article
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Application of Response Surface Method in Studying the Properties of Micro-plasma Arc Welded AISI 904L Super Austenitic Steel
Abstract: Super austenitic steels play a major role in fabrication of corrosion resistance components which are subjected to severe corrosion. In the present work, super austenitic steel AISI 904L of 0.4 mm thickness is butt welded using Micro Plasma Arc Welding. Welding input parameters like peak current, base current, pulse rate and pulse width are considered and output responses like fusion zone grain size, hardness and ultimate tensile strength of the …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Effects of Coupling Agent and Nanoclay on the Mechanical, Morphological and Dimensional Stability of Natural Fiber/Polypropylene Composites
Abstract: Polymer nanocomposite is made up of polymer as a matrix ingredient and reinforcement ingredient as a filler in the form of nanometer particles. These ingredients have dissimilar physical and chemical features and are mixed to generate sole features of nanocomposites. Polypropylene (PP) was nominated as the polymer matrix ingredient. Reinforcement ingredients used include organically modified montmorillonite with natural fiber. Various composites based on polypropylene, natural fiber, and organically modified montmorillonite …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–18 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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The Effect of Carbon Percentage on Structural Steel’s Compressive and Tensile Strength: A Literature Survey
Abstract: The fundamental necessity of this survey is to check the enhancement of the strength, hardness, dimensional stability and wear resistance by passing them through the cold temperature that enhance the hardness of the substance as a result of the increment in which it took place within the proportion of primary solid solution within the structure. If the type of methods mentioned in the article are employed in manufacturing and production …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 Read article
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Studies on corrosion mechanisms of steel wire ropes
Abstract: Degeneration of lubrication by seepage of water to core of ropes produces corrosion to change relevant properties. Corrosion of wire ropes in suspender of cross-sea bridges has induced from sulfur dioxide present in environment. Stress corrosion accident of steel wire in coalmine has studied by stress corrosion behaviors of high strength steel wires in mine trickling water. Keywords Steel, Rope, Corrosion, Fracture, Mine water, Tensile test, Stress corrosion crack
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Physical Property of Self-Curing Concrete With Shrinkage Reducing Agent
Abstract: Water is a most widely used material for construction work, it is essential for concreting work or plastering work, etc. Curing is the process for controlling the temperature and consists of moisture movement from and into the concrete and the hydration of the cement and consequently continuous increase in the strength and Curing allows continuous hydration of cement, when curing stops strength increasing of the concrete also stops. The aim …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 29–33 Read article