MECHANICAL AND THERMAL PROPERTIES OF SAWDUST CONCRETE

2017 ◽  
Vol 79 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruhal Pervez Memon ◽  
Abdul Rahman Mohd. Sam ◽  
A. S. M. Abdul Awal ◽  
Lemar Achekzai
Keyword(s):  
Heat Transfer ◽  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Lightweight Concrete ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Developing Nations ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Construction Technology ◽  
Long Duration

 Industrialization in developing countries has resulted in an increase in agricultural output and consequent accumulation of unmanageable agro wastes. Pollution arising from such wastes is a matter of concern for many developing nations. The aim of this study is to investigate the behavior of lightweight concrete and the utilization of sawdust as waste material in concrete. This paper focuses on the manufacturing of concrete which possess long duration heat transfer by using sawdust waste. In this research, cement to sawdust ratio of 1:1, 1:2 and 1:3 by volume was prepared for sawdust concrete, and the ratio of sand was kept constant that is 1. At these ratios, the mechanical and thermal properties like density, workability, strength and heat transfer were measured after, 7, 28 and 56 days of air curing. The tests results show that with the increase in the amount of sawdust, the workability, compressive strength, tensile strength and flexural strength decreased. It also resulted in reduction of heat transfer of sawdust concrete. Taking into account the overall physical and mechanical properties, sawdust concrete can be used in construction technology. 

Investigation of Physical, Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Building Wall Materials

2017 ◽  
Vol 751 ◽  
pp. 521-526 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jiraphorn Mahawan ◽  
Somchai Maneewan ◽  
Tanapon Patanin ◽  
Atthakorn Thongtha
Keyword(s):  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Water Absorption ◽  
Calcium Silicate Hydrate ◽  
Lightweight Concrete ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Thermal Insulating ◽  
Building Wall ◽  
Wall Materials

This research concentrates to the effect of changing sand proportion on the physical, mechanical and thermal properties of building wall materials (Cellular lightweight concrete). The density, water absorption and compressive strength of the 7.0 cm x 7.0 cm x 7.0 cm concrete sample were studied. It was found that there are an increase of density and a reduction of water absorption with an increase of sand content. The higher compressive strength can be confirmed by higher density and lower water absorption. The physical and mechanical properties of lightweight concrete conditions conformed to the Thai Industrial Standard 2601-2013. The phases of CaCO3 and calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H) in the material indicate an important factor in thermal insulating performance.

scholarly journals Composites of Rigid Polyurethane Foams Reinforced with POSS

Polymers ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 336 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sylwia Członka ◽  
Anna Strąkowska ◽  
Krzysztof Strzelec ◽  
Agnieszka Adamus-Włodarczyk ◽  
Agnė Kairytė ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Water Absorption ◽  
Viscoelastic Behavior ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Polyurethane Foams ◽  
Bending Test ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Rigid Polyurethane Foams ◽  
Cell Shapes

Rigid polyurethane foams (RPUFs) were successfully modified with different weight ratios (0.5 wt%, 1.5 wt% and 5 wt%) of APIB-POSS and AEAPIB-POSS. The resulting foams were evaluated by their processing parameters, morphology (Scanning Electron Microscopy analysis, SEM), mechanical properties (compressive test, three-point bending test and impact strength), viscoelastic behavior (Dynamic Mechanical Analysis, DMA), thermal properties (Thermogravimetric Analysis, TGA, and thermal conductivity) and application properties (contact angle, water absorption and dimensional analysis). The results showed that the morphology of modified foams is significantly affected by the type of the filler and filler content, which resulted in inhomogeneous, irregular, large cell shapes and further affected the physical and mechanical properties of resulting materials. RPUFs modified with APIB-POSS represent better mechanical and thermal properties compared to the RPUFs modified with AEAPIB-POSS. The results showed that the best results were obtained for RPUFs modified with 0.5 wt% of APIB-POSS. For example, in comparison with unfilled foam, compositions modified with 0.5 wt% of APIB-POSS provide greater compression strength, better flexural strength and lower water absorption.

Effect of chain extender on the mechanical and thermal resistance properties of polyurethane liners for composite propellants

Polyurethanes ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
P. Ross ◽  
G. Sevilla ◽  
J. Quagliano
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Chain Extender ◽  
Molecular Structures ◽  
Polymer Chains ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Thermal Changes ◽  
Ft Ir ◽  
Chain Lengths

AbstractPolyurethane formulations utilized as liners for composite propellants were prepared by the reaction of toluene-2,4-diisocyanate (TDI) and isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI) with hydroxyl terminated polybutadiene (HTPB), while polymer chains were further extended with neopentyl glycol diol, NPG triol and two different triols (monoglyceryl ricinoleate, MRG and trimethylolpropane, TMP). Liners were formulated with micronized titanium dioxide mechanically dispersed in hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene (HTPB). The molecular structures of liners were confirmed by FT-IR. Thermal properties indicated that the nature of chain extender (crosslinker) only slightly affected the temperatures for decomposition of liners. Two main thermal changes were found at 370∘C and another at around 440–500∘C, depending on the chain extender utilized. On the other side, mechanical properties varied within the range of 0,7-1,8 MPa, consistent with this kind of elastomers. Tensile strength at break was only significantly affected with TMP and MRG-chain extended liners at the lowest concentrations tested of 1,3 and 2% (w/w), respectively. However, the behaviour depended on whether TDI or IPDI isocyanate was utilized for curing. TMP 1,3% crosslinked liner cured with TDI had a tensile strength of 1,82MPa whileMRG-crosslinked liner cured with IPDI had a tensile strength of 1,56 MPa. It was observed that at the higher NCO/OH ratios essayed, tensile strength and hardness increased, improving mechanical properties. Our results confirmed that TMP and MRG triols together with NPG diols can be used to tailor mechanical and thermal properties of liners, considering their different hydroxyl functionalities and chain lengths.

Influence of Portland Cement on Physical, Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Cellular Lightweight Concrete

2017 ◽  
Vol 751 ◽  
pp. 532-537
Author(s):  
Atthakorn Thongtha ◽  
Surirat Ketchaona ◽  
Jutarud Wattana ◽  
Tanapon Patanin
Keyword(s):  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Portland Cement ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Lightweight Concrete ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Second Step ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Building Wall ◽  
Wall Materials

The research in this paper aims to study the physical, mechanical and thermal properties of building wall materials (Cellular lightweight concrete) with various proportions of Portland cement. The research in this paper is separated into two parts, in the first part, the density, water absorption and compressive strength of 7.0 cm x 7.0 cm x 7.0 cm concrete sample was investigated. This study found that the optimal proportion of Portland cement was 15% by weight (this condition showed the highest compressive strength of 3.62 MPa). The physical and mechanical properties of lightweight concrete conformed to the Thai Industrial Standard 2601-2013. In the second step, the thermal properties of the improved lightweight concrete, brick and commercial concrete were compared. It was found that the samples with increasing 15% by weight of Portland cement showed the lowest heat flux that affected to a lower tested room temperature as well.

Dispersion, mechanical and thermal properties of nano graphite platelets reinforced flouroelastomer composites

e-Polymers ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Deng Xu ◽  
V. Sridhar ◽  
Thanh Tu Pham ◽  
Jin Kuk Kim
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Thermal Stability ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Thermogravimetric Analysis ◽  
Fracture Surface ◽  
Exfoliated Graphite ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Reinforcing Fillers ◽  
Processing Of Composites

AbstractThe potential of exfoliated graphite nano platelets (xGnP™) as reinforcing fillers in flouroelastomer has been investigated. The dispersion of the nano graphite platelets in the polymer matrix has been investigated by WAXD, SEM, TEM, EPMA and AFM. WAXD studies indicated that the processing of composites did not change the inter-gallery distance (d-spacing) of the graphite platelets. The effect of increasing nano graphite loadings on mechanical properties like tensile strength, modulus and tear resistance has been studied. Formation of weld lines on the fracture surface of the composite has been observed by SEM. The thermal stability was determined using thermogravimetric analysis. The composites showed higher thermal stability in comparison with nonreinforced polymer.

Study of Wood Plastic Composites on Mechanical and Thermal Properties after Immersed into Water

2014 ◽  
Vol 1004-1005 ◽  
pp. 497-500
Author(s):  
Wang Wang Yu ◽  
Dong Xue
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Thermal Properties ◽  
High Density Polyethylene ◽  
Nucleating Agent ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Wood Plastic Composites ◽  
Plastic Composites ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Negative Effect

In this study, silvergrass (SV) reinforced high density polyethylene (HDPE) composites were prepared. The effects of slivergrass fibers (SV) content on the mechanical properties, crystalline properties of wood plastic composites (WPCs) before and after water absorption were investigated. It was found that compared with the untreated WPCs after immersed into water, the tensile strength of PMDI treated composites were higher. Silvergrass can be the nucleating agent with treated by PMDI. The Xc of PMDI treated WPCs after immersed into water was also increased. However, this improved Xc has negative effect on mechanical properties.

Study on the Properties of Poly(lactic acid)/Starch/Chitosan Blended Materials

2011 ◽  
Vol 391-392 ◽  
pp. 530-534
Author(s):  
Peng Liu ◽  
Cai Qin Gu ◽  
Qing Zhu Zeng
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Tensile Modulus ◽  
Poly Lactic Acid ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Carbonyl Groups ◽  
Amino Groups ◽  
Molecular Force ◽  
Hydroxy Groups

Former researchers have studied the properties of PLA/starch blended materials, but the influence of chitosan for them has not been studied yet. In this paper, it prepared the blended materials of PLA/starch/chitosan, and studied the compatible, mechanical and thermal properties of them. The results demonstrated that, since chitosan molecules had hydroxy and amino groups, which could form molecular force with the hydroxy groups in starch molecules and the carbonyl groups in PLA molecules respectively, the addition of it would improve the compatibility of PLA and starch. The SEM surface and section photos of blended materials could prove this compatibility, and the mechanical properties of blended materials also certified it. Specifically, with the addition of chitosan, the elongation, tensile modulus and tensile strength were all increase. For thermal properties, the addition of chitosan had no influence on it.

Preparation and characterization of biodegradable blends of poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate) and poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)

2016 ◽  
Vol 36 (5) ◽  
pp. 473-480 ◽  
Author(s):  
Min Zhang ◽  
Xiaoqian Diao ◽  
Yujuan Jin ◽  
Yunxuan Weng
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Crystallization Temperature ◽  
Molecular Interaction ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Elongation At Break ◽  
Tear Strength ◽  
Biodegradable Blends

Abstract Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate) (PHBH) was blended with poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) by extrusion at different weight ratios (PHBH/PBAT: 100:0, 80:20, 60:40, 50:50, 40:60, 20:80 and 0:100). Films were then prepared from the blends and characterized in terms of their morphological, rheological, mechanical and thermal properties. The morphological and rheological results indicated that PHBH/PBAT blends are immiscible but exhibit possible molecular interaction. The crystallization temperature of PHBH in the blends decreased, indicating that the addition of PBAT inhibited the crystallization of PHBH. Blending PBAT with PHBH improved the processability compared with that of pure polymers. The mechanical properties, including tensile strength, elongation at break and tear strength, increased with increasing PBAT content. The PHBH/PBAT 20:80 blend exhibited significantly improved mechanical properties, which was due to the reinforcing and toughening effect of the finely dispersed PHBH phase.

scholarly journals Influence of Rice Husk Ash on the Properties of Concrete

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-33
Author(s):  
MB Hossain ◽  
KM Shaad ◽  
MS Rahman ◽  
P Bhowmik
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Rice Husk ◽  
Rice Husk Ash ◽  
Lightweight Concrete ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Structural Concrete ◽  
Conventional Concrete

This research was carried out to investigate various physical properties of Rice Husk Ash (RHA) and, some physical and mechanical properties of concrete incorporating RHA in different proportions. The concrete specimens were tested at 7, 21 and 28 days after curing. Test results revealed that the specific gravity of RHA was found lower than that of sand. The density of concrete containing RHA was recorded between 80-110 lb.ft-3, which is lower than conventional concrete. Water absorption was found increasing with the increase of RHA content in concrete specimens. There were significant variations in compressive strength values of concrete containing 5%, 10% and 20% volume of RHA. The compressive strength of 5% RHA specimen was 150-200% higher than that of other specimens. Hence, upto 5% replacement of RHA could be recommended for making normal lightweight concrete. The splitting tensile strength was about 9-10% of compressive strength. It was concluded that upto 5% RHA can be used effectively in making normal lightweight concrete. The higher percentage of RHA could be used in making non-structural concrete where the strength of concrete is not concerned.J. Environ. Sci. & Natural Resources, 9(1): 29-33 2016

Evaluation of the physical, chemical, mechanical, and thermal properties of steam-cured PET/polyester cured-in-place pipe

2019 ◽  
Vol 53 (19) ◽  
pp. 2687-2699 ◽  
Author(s):  
Md Nuruddin ◽  
Gamini P. Mendis ◽  
Kyungyeon Ra ◽  
Seyedeh Mahboobeh Teimouri Sendesi ◽  
Tyler Futch ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Thermal Properties ◽  
Volatile Organic Compounds ◽  
Organic Compounds ◽  
Outer Layer ◽  
Flexural Modulus ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Organic Chemical ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Volatile Organic

Cured-in-place pipe (CIPP), a popular trenchless technology, has gained wide attention for drinking water, sewerage and storm water pipe rehabilitation because of its ease of installation. Here, the physical and thermal properties of steam-cured PET felt/polyester resin CIPPs were studied. 1H NMR and GC-MS analysis was performed to identify the unreacted volatile organic compounds in cured CIPPs and results were compared to uncured resin and laboratory cured liner characterizations. Results indicated that organic chemicals in cured CIPP altered the mechanical properties and may be leached out with water. Significantly, lower porosity, density and amount of unreacted volatile organic compounds were much less in the CIPP's inner layer as compared to its outer layer. Water conditioning was conducted to investigate the influence of water on CIPP physical and mechanical properties. No changes were observed for density and porosity for either the CIPP's inner and outer layer; however, the flexural modulus increased slightly due to unreacted organic chemical leaching from the CIPPs.

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