Bioprocess-inspired synthesis of multilayered chitosan/CaCO3 composites with nacre-like structures and high mechanical properties

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yidi Li ◽  
Hang Ping ◽  
Zhaoyong Zou ◽  
Jing-Jing Xie ◽  
Weiming Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Biological Systems ◽  
Ambient Temperatures ◽  
Harsh Conditions

The formation of natural structures found in biological systems is wonderful and fabricates biomaterials at ambient temperatures, in contrast to our artificial technologies wherein harsh conditions are common prerequisites. A...

Mechanical Properties of Al-Mg-Sc-Zr Alloys at Cryogenic and Ambient Temperatures

2012 ◽  
pp. 879-884
Author(s):  
Darya Zhemchuzhnikova ◽  
Anna Mogucheva ◽  
Rustam Kaibyshev
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Ambient Temperatures ◽  
Zr Alloys

scholarly journals Impacts of Casting Scales and Harsh Conditions on the Thermal, Acoustic, and Mechanical Properties of Indoor Acoustic Panels Made with Fiber-Reinforced Alkali-Activated Slag Foam Concretes

Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 825 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mastali Mohammad ◽  
Kinnunen Paivo ◽  
Karhu Marjaana ◽  
Abdollahnejad Zahra ◽  
Korat Lidija ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Sound Absorption ◽  
Acoustic Properties ◽  
Recycled Aggregates ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Alkali Activated Slag ◽  
Activated Slag ◽  
Harsh Conditions ◽  
Alkali Activated

This paper presents experimental results regarding the efficiency of using acoustic panels made with fiber-reinforced alkali-activated slag foam concrete containing lightweight recycled aggregates produced by using Petrit-T (tunnel kiln slag). In the first stage, 72 acoustic panels with dimension 500 × 500 × 35 mm were cast and prepared. The mechanical properties of the panels were then assessed in terms of their compressive and flexural strengths. Moreover, the durability properties of acoustic panels were studied using harsh conditions (freeze/thaw and carbonation tests). The efficiency of the lightweight panels was also assessed in terms of thermal properties. In the second stage, 50 acoustic panels were used to cover the floor area in a reverberation room. The acoustic absorption in diffuse field conditions was measured, and the interrupted random noise source method was used to record the sound pressure decay rate over time. Moreover, the acoustic properties of the panels were separately assessed by impedance tubes and airflow resistivity measurements. The recorded results from these two sound absorption evaluations were compared. Additionally, a comparative study was presented on the results of impedance tube measurements to compare the influence of casting volumes (large and small scales) on the sound absorption of the acoustic panels. In the last stage, a comparative study was implemented to clarify the effects of harsh conditions on the sound absorption of the acoustic panels. The results showed that casting scale had great impacts on the mechanical and physical properties. Additionally, it was revealed that harsh conditions improved the sound properties of acoustic panels due to their effects on the porous structure of materials.

scholarly journals High Temperature and Corrosion Properties of A Newly Developed Fe-Al-O Based OPH Alloy

Metals ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 167 ◽  
Author(s):  
Omid Khalaj ◽  
Ehsan Saebnoori ◽  
Hana Jirková ◽  
Ondřej Chocholatý ◽  
Jiří Svoboda
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Corrosion Resistance ◽  
High Temperature ◽  
Thermomechanical Properties ◽  
Production Costs ◽  
Nacl Solution ◽  
Corrosion Properties ◽  
Ambient Temperatures ◽  
The Matrix ◽  
Specific Amount

Fe–Al–O-based materials are currently undergoing a great deal of development because of their many special properties. However, lack of strength at high temperatures, limited ductility at ambient temperatures and corrosion resistance have hindered a wider application of these materials. Recently, a new Fe–Al-based oxide precipitation hardened (OPH) steel was developed by the authors to improve the mechanical properties and oxidation resistance. The new OPH alloys are produced by dissolving a specific amount of oxygen in the matrix during mechanical alloying followed by precipitation of fine dispersion of aluminum or yttrium oxides during hot consolidation. A series of tests was performed to evaluate the thermomechanical properties and corrosion resistance in a 3.5% NaCl solution. The results show improved corrosion resistance, as well as mechanical properties, while the production costs of this material are lower than for traditional materials.

Automated Finite Element Analysis on Tree Branches

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Devon Keane ◽  
Domenick Avanzi ◽  
Lance Evans ◽  
Zahra Shahbazi
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
User Interface ◽  
Elemental Analysis ◽  
Biological Systems ◽  
Complex Geometries ◽  
Analysis Software ◽  
Element Analysis

There are many instances where creating finite element analysis (FEA) requires extensive time and effort. Such instances include finite element analysis of tree branches with complex geometries and varying mechanical properties. In this paper, we discuss the development of Immediate-TREE, a program and its associated Guided User Interface (GUI) that provides researchers a fast and efficient finite elemental analysis of tree branches. This process was discussed in which finite element analysis were automated with the use of computer generated Python files. Immediate-TREE uses tree branch’s data (geometry, mechanical properties and etc.) provided through experiment and generates Python files, which were then run in finite element analysis software (Abaqus) to complete the analysis. Immediate-TREE is approximately 240 times faster than creating the model directly in the FEA software (Abaqus). The process used to develop Immediate-TREE can be applied to other finite element analysis of biological systems such as bone and tooth.

scholarly journals Method of Optimisation for Ambient Temperature Cured Sustainable Geopolymers for 3D Printing Construction Applications

Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (6) ◽  
pp. 902 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shin Bong ◽  
Behzad Nematollahi ◽  
Ali Nazari ◽  
Ming Xia ◽  
Jay Sanjayan
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
3D Printing ◽  
Ambient Temperature ◽  
Shear Failure ◽  
Mechanical Performance ◽  
Silicate Solution ◽  
Ambient Temperatures ◽  
Tension Tests ◽  
Shape Retention ◽  
Interlayer Bond

Since the initial introduction of geopolymers, these materials have been characterised as environmentally-friendly sustainable substitutes for ordinary Portland cement (OPC). There is a routine increase in the application of geopolymers, especially in advanced technologies. Because of its better rheological characteristics compared to OPC, geopolymers are appropriate materials for extrusion-based 3D printing technologies. This paper focuses on the optimisation of an ambient temperature cured geopolymer for 3D printing construction applications. The effects of mixture parameters, including the type of hydroxide solution (HS), the type of silicate solution (SS) and the mass ratio of SS to HS on the workability, extrudability, shape retention ability and mechanical performance of different geopolymer mixtures were investigated. Accordingly, an optimum mixture was identified for geopolymers cured at ambient temperatures. Mechanical properties of the optimised mixture, including flexural and compressive strengths, were measured in different directions with respect to the printed layers. Further, uniaxial tension tests were also conducted on the optimised mixture to measure its interlayer bond strength. The results showed that among the activators investigated, the sodium-based activator composed of sodium hydroxide and sodium silicate solutions, with a SiO2/Na2O ratio of 3.22, was the most effective activator, providing appropriate workability and extrudability, along with reasonable strength and a high shape retention ability. The acquired mechanical properties exhibited anisotropic behaviour in different testing direction. The strength of the interlayer bond was found to be adequate to avoid interfacial shear failure.

CARLSON ALLOY NITRONIC 40

Alloy Digest ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 64 (10) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Fracture Toughness ◽  
Corrosion Resistance ◽  
High Temperature ◽  
Yield Strength ◽  
Magnetic Permeability ◽  
Cold Working ◽  
Heat Treating ◽  
Ambient Temperatures ◽  
Temperature Performance

Abstract Carlson Alloy Nitronic 40 has corrosion resistance superior to 316L and 317L with twice the yield strength at ambient temperatures. Possesses good mechanical properties at both elevated and sub-zero temperatures. Retains low magnetic permeability even after severe cold working or at sub-zero temperatures. This datasheet provides information on composition, physical properties, and tensile properties as well as fracture toughness. It also includes information on low and high temperature performance, and corrosion resistance as well as forming, heat treating, machining, and joining. Filing Code: SS-1228. Producer or source: G.O. Carlson Inc..

Mechanical Behavior of a Metal Matrix Nanocomposite Synthesized by High-Pressure Torsion via Diffusion Bonding

2016 ◽  
Vol 879 ◽  
pp. 1068-1073
Author(s):  
Han Joo Lee ◽  
Jae Kyung Han ◽  
Byung Min Ahn ◽  
Megumi Kawasaki ◽  
Terence G. Langdon
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
High Pressure ◽  
Metal Matrix ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
High Pressure Torsion ◽  
Ambient Temperatures ◽  
Metal Matrix Nanocomposite ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Zk60 Magnesium Alloy ◽  
Matrix Nanocomposite

High-pressure torsion (HPT) is one of the major severe plastic deformation (SPD) procedures where disk metals generally achieve exceptional grain refinement at ambient temperatures. HPT has been applied for the consolidation of metallic powders and bonding of machining chips whereas very limited reports examined the application of HPT for the fabrication of nanocomposites. An investigation was initiated to evaluate the potential for the formation of a metal matrix nanocomposite (MMNC) by processing two commercial metal disks of Al-1050 and ZK60 magnesium alloy through HPT at room temperature. Evolutions in microstructure and mechanical properties including hardness and plasticity were examined in the processed disks with increasing numbers of HPT turns up to 5. This study demonstrates the promising possibility for using HPT to fabricate a wide range of hybrid MMNCs from simple metals.

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