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Manufacturing of BWP-Grade Plywood from Resin Adhesive Using Animal Protein (Glue) by Partial Replacement of Phenol
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents the development of plyboard using phenol–glue–formaldehyde (PGF) resin and their basic mechanical properties. Phenoplast and aminoplast-based resins is the important adhesive for the manufacturing of boiling water proof (BWP) grade, shuttering and moisture resistance plywood. Environmental concerns and higher cost of petroleum-based resins have resulted in the development of technologies to replace phenol partially by biomaterials for the manufacturing of resin adhesive. Natural bio-based materials such …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 Read article
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Isolation and Characterization of Tamarind Seed Polysaccharides Being Used as a Biopolymer in Modern Drug Delivery System
Abstract: Tamarind seed polysaccharide (TSP) obtained from the seed of Tamarindus indica tree. It possesses different properties like high viscosity, broad pH tolerance, biocompatibility, mucoadhesive nature. It is used as thickener, stabilizer, gelling agent in food and pharmaceutical industries and Gums are widely used natural materials for conventional and novel dosage forms. The objective of present investigation was to search for a cheap and effective natural polymer that can be used …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Mechanical Behaviour of Natural Reinforced Polymer Composites with Hybrid Additives
Abstract: The implementation of natural fibres is the fast approaching ‘green’ economy based materials that are used in polymer matrix composites that are intended to replace the conventional synthetic polymer composites. Being plenteous fundamentally, natural fibres have been existed the primary form of natural resources for centuries. Considering that mechanical properties of composites are strongly influenced by the quality of the fibre/matrix interface and with eco-friendly properties like excellent energy absorption, …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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Similar Analysis of Blend of Virgin PVC and NBR with Recycled PVC and NBR
Abstract: Studies about led on mixing of polymers like acrylonitrile butadiene elastic (NBR) and polyvinylchloride (PVC) to deliver new polymeric materials with particular properties which can be utilized for some exceptional applications. This mix has been formulated for items working in contact with castor oils. Mixes at various temperature show that an ideal temperature exists for its arrangement. Incorporating PVC in various compositions has enhanced their physico-mechanical and chemical properties of …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 Read article
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Plastics Product Design and Analysis
Abstract: Product design of a commonly used articles like key-chains is to make it more attractive, user friendly, cost effective yet durable and providing longevity. Therefore, this work deals with the designing of optimized 3D model of key-chain if suitable shape and size and doing its analysis in Moldflow analysis software to study the material flow behaviour, impact of processing parameters on the product and possible defects after one complete cycle …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 31–34 Read article
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Cellulose: A Natural Polymer on the Earth
Abstract: Cellulose is the substance that makes up most of a plant's cell walls. Since it is made by all plants, it is probably the most abundant organic compound on Earth. Aside from being the primary building material for plants, cellulose has many others uses. According to how it is treated, cellulose can be used to make paper, film, explosives, and plastics, in addition to having many other industrial uses. The …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Review on the Hot Embossing Technology to Fabricate the Polymer based Microfluidic Devices in Mechanical Engineering
Abstract: Polymers are suitable materials to fabricate the microfluidic devices in mechanical engineering. Hot embossing technology is useful to fabricate these polymer based microfluidic devices. Both of the lithography and direct bonding can be performed by hot embossing technology to fabricate these polymer based microfluidic devices. Polymer microfluidic devices fabricated by the hot embossing technology are useful in multifarious bioengineering applications according to the available literatures. Keywords: Hot embossing, Polymer, Microfluidics, …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 34–37 Read article
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Investigation on Catalyst Selection for Polymerization Processes in Petrochemical Industries
Abstract: Organic polymers are long-chain compounds made of several repeating units. These polymers are either natural, such as protein, cellulose, starch or synthetic, such as polyethylene (a plastic), polyesters and polyamides (plastics and fibers) and polybutadiene (rubber).Many organic compounds possessing multiple bonds have the tendency to polymerize in the presence of an initiator. Polymerization of these compounds can either be affected by the use of chemical initiators such as free radicals …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Studies on Effect of Organoclay and Melamine Powder on Flexible Polyurethane Foam for Aerospace Applications
Abstract: Flexible polyurethane foam (PU) is a suitable candidate for various aerospace applications like acoustic insulation due to its high flexibility, ease of processing, etc. But one of the major disadvantages of this foam is low flammability resistance. The aim of this study is to improve the flame resistant properties of flexible PU foam through incorporation of additives. Flexible polyurethane foams were synthesized through one shot process with organically modified nanoclay …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Modification of Poly Vinyl alcohol by Grafting and Appropriate Blending for Higher Stability and Biomedical field Application
Abstract: PVA is a one of the most important vinyl polymer which is widely used in industrial applications. PVA polymer has excellent adhesive property, solubility in water and it is biodegradable. But when it is modified by appropriate crosslinking or grafting or blending techniques then its physical as well as stability is altered. When polymer is modified by blending with other materials then its degradability decreases but thermal stability increases. In …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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Preparation of PMMA Nanoparticles in Different Ways and Studying the Effect of Some Factors on Changing Its Properties
Abstract: Poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) is usually made with the help of radical polymerization, coordination polymerization, and methyl methacrylate acid esterification. Due to its hardness, PMMA is widely used in the medical sciences, optical materials, electronics, and automotive industries. The present study aims to fabricate PMMA nanoparticles using different chemical methods such as sol-gel polymerization, co polymerization, etc. Various aspects of the synthesis process will be changed, such as temperature, reaction time, …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Photon assisted Bio Nanopolymers for applications of drug delivery, diagnosis & would healing
Abstract: Biopolymers are valuable complex materials. They attract attentions of many scientists, engineers, and medical professionals’ for application research. The focus of this research is a base line assessment of valuable Nanosized biopolymers, Chitosan. As ordinary polymers, nano sized biopolymers are visualized as natural and synthetic polymers. Hence, systematic descriptions of nanosized biopolymers, the synthesis methods, characterization methods, and biomedical application will be presented. In this regard, the photon activated green …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 25–36 Read article
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Charge Infusion in Organic Device: With and Without SWCNTs
Abstract: In nanotechnology field, invention of single walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) is a noteworthy development. It creates the door for advanced development in scientific field. Due to their appealing mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties, SWCNTs have multivarious usages. In this work, we have examined and predicted how SWCNT will affect the device performance in which Thionine dye is intercalated between Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) coated glass and aluminium (Al) to form …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Gum Rosin: Manufacturing, Applications, Market Scenario and Opportunities
Abstract: A review about gum rosin and its derivatives has been compiled. Rosin, also known as colophony, is a naturally occurring, abundantly available, biodegradable, cheap and non-toxic raw material. It can be easily modified to obtain industrially useful products. Gum Rosin and its derivatives are widely used in numerous industrial applications such as resins, monomers, intermediates, curing agents, emulsifiers, medicines, tablets, energy drinks, biocides etc. Other industrial usage are in rubber …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of Poly(vinylpyrrolidone) / Starch / Dimethylacrylamide Hydrogel by Gamma Radiation and Its Application in Basic Fuchsin and Methyl Orange Removal
Abstract: Gamma radiation was used to create a number of PVP/Starch/Dimethylacrylamide (PSD) based hydrogels. Investigated were the effects of several parameters, such as radiation dose, material composition, and pH, on the characteristics of hydrogels, such as gel content and swelling behavior. Radiation doses ranged from 10 to 25 kGy, and 10 kGy was determined to be the ideal dose. Investigations on the impact of dimethylacrylamide (DMA) composition on swelling were investigated. …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Experimental Investigation To Study the Effect of Heat Treatment on Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of Duplex Stainless Steel
Abstract: The broad aim of this paper is to study the enhancement in mechanical properties of duplex steel by thermomechanical processing. Solution annealing followed by water quenching, hot rolling to 10% and 30%, cryo-rolling to 80% and 90% and ageing at 600°C and 1000°C for 5 hrs were the treatments given. The cryo-rolled samples were used for impact testing and rest for tensile testing. Microstructural analysis was done after the various …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 32–42 Read article
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Manufacturing of a Portable and Low Cost Fused Deposition Modelling Principle Based 3D printer: A Review
Abstract: Three-dimensional (3D) printing refers to a technique during which objects are created by fusing or depositing materials—such as plastic, metal, ceramics, powders, liquids, or perhaps living cells—in layers to supply a 3D object. This method is additionally spoken as additive producing (AM), speedy prototyping (RP), or solid free-form technology (SFF). The current papers aims to present a review on 3D printing stating its benefits and mechanisms used to manufacture a …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 20–31 Read article
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Fracture and crack propagations in plates - A review
Abstract: The development and applications of the boundary based finite element technique for fractured mechanics analysis are reviewed. Also, some researchers used the complex variable method and least boundary allocation method. In this method, most researcher investigated the 2-D isotropic, anisotropic and orthotropic materials for makes different types of plate such like this rectangular and circular with various cracks and hole cut-outs and these plates are used different types of bi-axial …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Experimental and Finite-Element Analysis of Tee Joint’s Stiffness Characteristics of A3003 Honeycomb Core Sandwich Panels
Abstract: Aluminum honeycomb is used as a core material for sandwich panels of floors, roofs, doors, partitions, working surfaces for automatic machines, and for all products which require high degree of flatness and optimal stiffness-to-weight ratio. Invariably, in the fabrication of the above panels, butt and tee joints are encountered so as to get the required complex shapes. In this paper, various edging and configuration details that have been used to …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Development of Solar Cooker using Mirror as Reflector
Abstract: This research paper will present the development and testing analysis in the design of Solar Cooker. The research project is developed using solar energy in cooking system, which is renewable and supports in preserving much of the non-renewable natural resources. In order to meet the demands of global population, many of the natural resources such as fossil fuels and woods are used abundantly causing deforestation, erosion and depletion of non-renewable …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 30–37 Read article