In-Situ Mechanical and Functional Behavior of Shape Memory Polymer Materials for Sand Management Applications

Author(s):  
Yusheng Yuan ◽  
Jim E. Goodson ◽  
Michael Howard Johnson ◽  
David Peter Gerrard
2012 ◽  
Vol 27 (02) ◽  
pp. 253-263 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yusheng Yuan ◽  
Jim E. Goodson ◽  
Mike H Johnson ◽  
David Gerrard

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (12) ◽  
pp. 1900
Author(s):  
Ramin Hosseinnezhad ◽  
Iurii Vozniak ◽  
Fahmi Zaïri

The paper discusses the possibility of using in situ generated hybrid polymer-polymer nanocomposites as polymeric materials with triple shape memory, which, unlike conventional polymer blends with triple shape memory, are characterized by fully separated phase transition temperatures and strongest bonding between the polymer blends phase interfaces which are critical to the shape fixing and recovery. This was demonstrated using the three-component system polylactide/polybutylene adipateterephthalate/cellulose nanofibers (PLA/PBAT/CNFs). The role of in situ generated PBAT nanofibers and CNFs in the formation of efficient physical crosslinks at PLA-PBAT, PLA-CNF and PBAT-CNF interfaces and the effect of CNFs on the PBAT fibrillation and crystallization processes were elucidated. The in situ generated composites showed drastically higher values of strain recovery ratios, strain fixity ratios, faster recovery rate and better mechanical properties compared to the blend.


2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (11) ◽  
pp. 13464-13472 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chuanzong Li ◽  
Yunlong Jiao ◽  
Xiaodong Lv ◽  
Sizhu Wu ◽  
Chao Chen ◽  
...  

Author(s):  
L. Santo ◽  
L. Iorio ◽  
G. M. Tedde ◽  
F. Quadrini

Shape Memory Polymer Composites (SMPCs) are smart materials showing the structural properties of long-fiber polymer-matrix together with the functional behavior of shape memory polymers. In this study, SM carbon fiber reinforced (CFR) composites have been produced by using a SM interlayer between two CFR prepregs. Their SM properties have been evaluated in comparison with traditional structural CFR composites without the SM interlayer by using an especially designed test. Active and frozen forces are measured during a thermo-mechanical cycle in the three-point bending configuration. Experimental results show that SMPCs are able to fix a temporary deformed shape by freezing high stresses.


Author(s):  
Nilesh D. Mankame ◽  
Alan L. Browne ◽  
Anupam Saxena

This paper explores the concept of reconfigurable compliant mechanisms. We define these to be fully or partially compliant mechanisms whose performance can be modified after they have been fabricated. Specifically, we are interested in the nature and extent of in situ reconfigurability in compliant mechanisms. In other words, we seek to understand the range of performance that can be achieved by these mechanisms without requiring significant reassembly. The material properties such as the storage modulus of a newly studied class of materials — shape memory polymers — vary by over an order of magnitude over a temperature range of 20 – 50 C. These polymers also allow the fixing of moderate to large strains (20 – 75%) experienced at high temperatures for extended periods of time, while retaining the ability to remember their original shape when reheated to the same high temperatures. These two properties make shape memory polymers a natural candidate for the fabrication of reconfigurable compliant mechanisms. We explore various means for introducing reconfigurability in compliant mechanisms, and from these, select a subset that is suitable for in situ reconfiguration. Quasi-static nonlinear finite element simulations are used to study the change in performance due to reconfiguration of four fully compliant mechanisms made of a shape memory polymer. Preliminary results indicate that noticeable qualitative and quantitative changes in performance can be achieved by these mechanisms.


Author(s):  
Moataz Elsisy ◽  
Evan Poska ◽  
Mostafa Bedewy

The purpose of this paper is to characterize the kinetics and direction of self-folding of pre-strained polystyrene (PSPS) and non-pre-strained styrene (NPS), which results from local shrinkage using a resistively heated ribbon in contact with the polymer sheet. A temperature gradient across the thickness of this shape memory polymer (SMP) sheet induces folding along the line of contact with the heating ribbon. Varying the electric current changes the degree of folding and extent of local material flow. This method can be used to create practical 3D structures. Sheets of PSPS and NPS were cut to 10 × 20 mm samples and their folding angles were plotted with respect to time, as obtained from in situ videography. In addition, the use of polyimide tape (Kapton) was investigated for controlling the direction of self-folding. Results show that folding happens on the opposite side of the sample with respect to the tape, regardless of which side the heating ribbon is on, or whether gravity is opposing the folding direction. Given the tunability of fold times and extent of local material flow, heat-assisted folding is a promising approach for manufacturing complex 3D lightweight structures by origami engineering.


2015 ◽  
Vol 659 ◽  
pp. 373-377 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chutiwat Likitaporn ◽  
Sarawut Rimdusit

Shape memory polymers (SMPs) are polymer materials that can fix the temporary shape and then recover to their original permanent shape by external stimulation, i.e. applied heat. In this research, shape memory polymer composites (SMPCs) from benzoxazine (BA-a)-epoxy binary systems reinforced with adamantine silicon carbide whisker (SiCw) are investigated. The SiCw contents are controlled to be in range of 0 to 15% by weight. All specimens were fabricated by compression molding technique. The results revealed that the shape memory polymer composites showed higher glassy state storage modulus with increasing amount of the whisker suggesting substantial reinforcement effect of the whisker used. The glass transition temperature (Tg) was also improved from 102°C of the based polymer to the value about 122°C with the addition of about 15% by weight of the silicon carbide whisker. Finally, shape recovery stress systematically increased from the value about 1.5MPa of the unfilled polymer matrix to the value about 3.2MPa with an addition of 15% by weight of the silicon carbide whisker. The positive effect on thermal stability from SiCw addition is expected from the modification and will be reported in this work.


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