scholarly journals Effect of Extrusion Temperature on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of SiCnw/2024Al Composite

Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (17) ◽  
pp. 2769
Author(s):  
Shanliang Dong ◽  
Bin Zhang ◽  
Yuli Zhan ◽  
Xin Liu ◽  
Ling Xin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Elastic Modulus ◽  
Mechanical Strength ◽  
Mechanical Behavior ◽  
Average Length ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Extrusion Temperature ◽  
Sic Nanowires ◽  
Peak Aged ◽  
Higher Temperature

In the present research work, the effect of extrusion temperature from 480 to 560 °C on the microstructure and mechanical behavior of the SiCnw/2024Al composite (15 vol.%) has been explored. It has been found that extrusion at higher temperature (above 520 °C) was beneficial for the densification of the composite, while the residual average length and alignment of the SiC nanowires were also increased with the extrusion temperature. Moreover, higher extrusion temperature was helpful for the mechanical strength of the SiCnw/2024Al composite, and the peak-aged SiCnw/2024Al composite extruded at 560 °C revealed the highest strength (709.4 MPa) and elastic modulus (109.8 GPa).

Secondary Structures and Mechanical Properties of Biomimetic Protein Polymers

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Weibing Teng ◽  
Joseph Cappello ◽  
Xiaoyi Wu
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Mechanical Strength ◽  
Mechanical Behavior ◽  
Half Life ◽  
Secondary Structures ◽  
Load Bearing ◽  
Protein Polymers ◽  
Human Arteries ◽  
Good Biocompatibility ◽  
Polypeptide Sequences

Silk may possess superior mechanical strength while its resilience is very poor. In contrast, elastin in human arteries is very soft but extremely durable with an estimated half-life of 70 years. By combing polypeptide sequences derived from native silk and elastin, we have produced a series of silk-elastin-like proteins (SELPs), which have displayed a set of outstanding properties such as good biocompatibility and controllable biodegradation rates [1]. In this study, we will examine the crystallization of the silk-like blocks and the crosslinking of the elastin-like blocks, as well as their influences on the mechanical behavior of SELPs. The ultimate goal of this study is to explore the potential of SELPs for applications in the engineering of load-bearing tissues such as arteries.

scholarly journals Modeling of the Mechanical Behavior of 3D Bioplotted Scaffolds Considering the Penetration in Interlocked Strands

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 1422 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saman Naghieh ◽  
M. Sarker ◽  
Mohammad Karamooz-Ravari ◽  
Adam McInnes ◽  
Xiongbiao Chen
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Elastic Modulus ◽  
Mechanical Behavior ◽  
Model Development ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Hydrogel Scaffolds ◽  
Important Index ◽  
Geometrical Features ◽  
Scaffold Structure

Three-dimensional (3D) bioplotting has been widely used to print hydrogel scaffolds for tissue engineering applications. One issue involved in 3D bioplotting is to achieve the scaffold structure with the desired mechanical properties. To overcome this issue, various numerical methods have been developed to predict the mechanical properties of scaffolds, but limited by the imperfect representation of one key feature of scaffolds fabricated by 3D bioplotting, i.e., the penetration or fusion of strands in one layer into the previous layer. This paper presents our study on the development of a novel numerical model to predict the elastic modulus (one important index of mechanical properties) of 3D bioplotted scaffolds considering the aforementioned strand penetration. For this, the finite element method was used for the model development, while medium-viscosity alginate was selected for scaffold fabrication by the 3D bioplotting technique. The elastic modulus of the bioplotted scaffolds was characterized using mechanical testing and results were compared with those predicted from the developed model, demonstrating a strong congruity between them. Once validated, the developed model was also used to investigate the effect of other geometrical features on the mechanical behavior of bioplotted scaffolds. Our results show that the penetration, pore size, and number of printed layers have significant effects on the elastic modulus of bioplotted scaffolds; and also suggest that the developed model can be used as a powerful tool to modulate the mechanical behavior of bioplotted scaffolds.

High Temperature Mechanical Behavior of Some Advanced Ni3Al

1986 ◽  
Vol 81 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. E. Hsu ◽  
N. N. Hsu ◽  
C. H. Tong ◽  
C. Y. Ma ◽  
S. Y. Lee
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
High Temperature ◽  
Yield Strength ◽  
Mechanical Behavior ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Rupture Strength ◽  
Strengthening Mechanisms ◽  
High Temperature Mechanical Properties ◽  
Higher Temperature

AbstractHigh temperature mechanical properties of various Zr and Cr strengthened single phase Ni3Al are investigated, with emphasis on the ability of each element to elevate Tp, the temperature corresponding to the peak yield strength. It is observed that Zr is a very effective strengthener, more so below Tp than above it, while a combination of Cr and Zr is capable of shifting Tp to a higher temperature. The combination results in an effective improvement of the rupture strength of Ni3Al. The strengthening mechanisms of each element will be discussed in this paper.

Impact of Plasticizers on Technological Properties of Gypsum

2016 ◽  
Vol 865 ◽  
pp. 130-134 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dušan Dolák ◽  
Karel Dvořák
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Mechanical Strength ◽  
Research Work ◽  
High Strength ◽  
Building Industry ◽  
Technological Properties ◽  
Accurate Comparison

Sulphate binders based on gypsum are widely used in building industry. This research work was focused on testing the influence of Melflux plasticizers on the final properties of the gypsum mixture. The aim was to determine the correct concentration of the plasticizer considering workability and improvement of mechanical properties, especially the compressive strength. Different concentrations of plasticizers were tested in mixture of alfa and beta plaster. Each batch was created as paste of normal consistency to create accurate comparison. The results of experiment show significant improvements of mechanical strength of the hardened mixture while maintaining same consistency. This knowledge can be utilized in the design of high-strength sulphate binders.

Study of mechanical properties and subsurface damage of quartz glass at high temperature based on MD simulation

2019 ◽  
Vol 04 (02) ◽  
pp. 1950003 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaoguang Guo ◽  
Chong Chen ◽  
Renke Kang ◽  
Zhuji Jin
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Elastic Modulus ◽  
High Temperature ◽  
Quartz Glass ◽  
Subsurface Damage ◽  
Simulation Based ◽  
Glass Model ◽  
Crystal Model ◽  
Higher Temperature ◽  
Lower Temperature

The mechanical properties (hardness, elastic modulus) and subsurface damage of quartz glass at high temperature are studied by nanoindentation simulation based on molecular dynamics (MD). By heating the quartz crystal model to 3000[Formula: see text]K and annealing to 300[Formula: see text]K twice, the quartz glass model is prepared. According to the nanoindentation simulation results, the hardness of quartz glass decreases by 53.6% and the elastic modulus increases by 10.9% at 1500[Formula: see text]K compared to those at 300[Formula: see text]K. When the temperature rises from 300[Formula: see text]K to 1500[Formula: see text]K, the critical grinding depth of quartz glass increases from nanoscale to micron-scale. The investigation of subsurface damage shows that the damaged layer thickness decreases slightly with the increase of temperature. The damaged layer extends downward under the indenter at lower temperature and extends along the indenter at higher temperature.

scholarly journals Alternative Liquid Assisted-Sintering of AL/CU Composites Using Selective Powders of AS-Cast Al-ZN Alloy

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eder Lopes Ortiz ◽  
Wislei Riuper Osório ◽  
Ausdinir Danilo Bortolozo ◽  
Giovana da Silva Padilha
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Powder Metallurgy ◽  
Aluminum Alloys ◽  
Mechanical Strength ◽  
Mechanical Behavior ◽  
Initial Powder ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Reduction Of Energy Consumption ◽  
Zn Alloy

Abstract Al and its alloys constitute one of the most versatile, economical and attractive materials for a wide range of applications. The 7xxx and 2xxx series alloys are those of achieving the highest mechanical strength among aluminum alloys. In this investigation, using powder metallurgy provides the microstructural and mechanical properties characterizations of non-commercial Al6Cu5Zn alloy by using powder metallurgy. Initial powder sizes are determined and the best condition is obtained for the distribution comprised between 75-106 μm. The samples are sintered at 585 oC, 600 oC and 615 oC during 0.5, 1.5 h and 3 h. It is found that mechanical behavior similar to as-cast Al-Cu based alloys is attained (~ 125 MPa) when the samples at 615 oC during 3 h are sintered. Considering the reduction of energy consumption and metal fumes commonly produced in foundry, Al-Zn powder can be used with Al and Cu elemental powders to constitute an Al6Cu5Zn alloy.

scholarly journals Experimental Investigation of the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Cassava Starch Modified Concrete

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 331-343 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Oluwabusayo ONI ◽  
John Mwero ◽  
Charles Kabubo
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Elastic Modulus ◽  
Setting Time ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Cassava Starch ◽  
Split Tensile Strength ◽  
Chemical Admixtures ◽  
Mix Proportion ◽  
Hot Weather

Background: Concrete is a widely used material in construction, which has given rise to innovations in terms of modifying some of its properties to meet desired requirements. The use of chemical admixtures is important in this regard, which has necessitated the search for new materials which can serve as a substitute. Objective: This research work investigates the use of Cassava Starch (CS) as an admixture for improving the physical and mechanical properties of concrete. Methodology: The physical and mechanical properties of concrete were studied by adding CS by weight of cement at 0.4, 0.8, 1.2, 1.6 and 2.0%, respectively. Concrete cubes and cylinders were cast and cured for a test period of 7, 14, 28, 56 and 90 days, respectively. Unreinforced beams of size 150 x 150 x 530 were cast and cured for 28 days. A total of 6 mix proportion was used, five out of which were used to examine the effect of CS on the properties of concrete. Results: The workability of concrete reduced as the percentage of CS increased due to its viscosity modifying properties. CS increased the initial and final setting time of concrete for every increase in percentage addition. An improvement in the compressive strength, split tensile strength, flexural strength and elastic modulus of concrete were noticed for cassava starch-modified concrete over the control for some of the mixes at all days of curing. The density of concrete was found to decrease at 1.6 and 2.0% addition of CS in concrete. Conclusion: From the results of this investigation, CS improved the compressive, split tensile, flexural and elastic modulus of concrete at an optimum of 0.8 percentage addition of CS. The setting time of concrete was also increased, which makes CS suitable to be used as a retarding admixture in hot weather concreting. Based on the findings of the work, CS can be considered as an admixture to be used as a substitute for retarders and viscosity modifying admixtures for improved concrete properties.

scholarly journals Effect of Camphorquinone Concentration in Physical-Mechanical Properties of Experimental Flowable Resin Composites

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dayany da Silva Alves Maciel ◽  
Arnaldo Bonfim Caires-Filho ◽  
Marta Fernandez-Garcia ◽  
Camillo Anauate-Netto ◽  
Roberta Caroline Bruschi Alonso
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Elastic Modulus ◽  
Flexural Strength ◽  
Mechanical Strength ◽  
Surface Hardness ◽  
Degree Of Conversion ◽  
Bending Test ◽  
Resin Matrix ◽  
Shrinkage Stress ◽  
Depth Of Cure

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of camphorquinone concentration in physical-mechanical properties of experimental flowable composites in order to find the concentration that results in maximum conversion, balanced mechanical strength, and minimum shrinkage stress. Model composites based on BISGMA/TEGDMA with 70% wt filler loading were prepared containing different concentrations of camphorquinone (CQ) on resin matrix (0.25%, 0.50%, 1%, 1.50%, and 2% by weight). Degree of conversion was determined by FTIR. Surface hardness was assessed before and after 24 h ethanol storage and softening rate was determined. Depth of cure was determined by Knoop hardness evaluation at different depths. Color was assessed by reflectance spectrophotometer, employing the CIE-Lab system. Flexural strength and elastic modulus were determined by a three-point bending test. Shrinkage stress was determined in a Universal Testing Machine in a high compliance system. Data were submitted to ANOVA and Tukey’s test (α = 0.05). The increase in CQ concentration caused a significant increase on flexural strength and luminosity of composites. Surface hardness was not affected by the concentration of CQ. Composite containing 0.25% wt CQ showed lower elastic modulus and shrinkage stress when compared to others. Depth of cure was 3 mm for composite containing 1% CQ and 2 mm for the other tested composites. Degree of conversion was inversely correlated with softening rate and directly correlated with elastic modulus and shrinkage stress. In conclusion, CQ concentration affects polymerization characteristics and mechanical strength of composites. The concentration of CQ in flowable composite for optimized polymerization and properties was 1% wt of the resin matrix, which allows adequate balance among degree of conversion, depth of cure, mechanical properties, and color characteristics of these materials.

scholarly journals Additive Manufactured Sandwich Composite/ABS Parts for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Applications

Polymers ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 1262 ◽  
Author(s):  
Athanasios Galatas ◽  
Hany Hassanin ◽  
Yahya Zweiri ◽  
Lakmal Seneviratne
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Elastic Modulus ◽  
Mechanical Strength ◽  
Sandwich Composite ◽  
Fused Deposition Modelling ◽  
Core Density ◽  
Specific Strength ◽  
Fused Deposition ◽  
The Core ◽  
The Poor

Fused deposition modelling (FDM) is one of most popular 3D printing techniques of thermoplastic polymers. Nonetheless, the poor mechanical strength of FDM parts restricts the use of this technology in functional parts of many applications such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) where lightweight, high strength, and stiffness are required. In the present paper, the fabrication process of low-density acrylonitrile butadiene styrenecarbon (ABS) with carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) sandwich layers for UAV structure is proposed to improve the poor mechanical strength and elastic modulus of printed ABS. The composite sandwich structures retains FDM advantages for rapid making of complex geometries, while only requires simple post-processing steps to improve the mechanical properties. Artificial neural network (ANN) was used to investigate the influence of the core density and number of CFRP layers on the mechanical properties. The results showed an improvement of specific strength and elastic modulus with increasing the number of CFRP. The specific strength of the samples improved from 20 to 145 KN·m/kg while the Young’s modulus increased from 0.63 to 10.1 GPa when laminating the samples with CFRP layers. On the other hand, the core density had no significant effect on both specific strength and elastic modulus. A case study was undertaken by applying the CFRP/ABS/CFRP sandwich structure using the proposed method to manufacture improved dual-tilting clamps of a quadcopter UAV.

Measurement of the axial and circumferential mechanical properties of rat skin tissue at different anatomical locations

2015 ◽  
Vol 60 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Alireza Karimi ◽  
Maedeh Haghighatnama ◽  
Mahdi Navidbakhsh ◽  
Afsaneh Motevalli Haghi
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Elastic Modulus ◽  
Mechanical Behavior ◽  
Clinical Decision Making ◽  
Mechanical Response ◽  
The Body ◽  
Skin Tissue ◽  
Linear Elastic ◽  
Biomechanical Models ◽  
Nonlinear Mechanical

AbstractSkin tissue is not only responsible for thermoregulation but also for protecting the human body from mechanical, bacterial, and viral insults. The mechanical properties of skin tissue may vary according to the anatomical locations in the body. However, the linear elastic and nonlinear hyperelastic mechanical properties of the skin in different anatomical regions and at different loading directions (axial and circumferential) so far have not been determined. In this study, the mechanical properties during tension of the rat abdomen and back were calculated at different loading directions using linear elastic and nonlinear hyperelastic material models. The skin samples were subjected to a series of tensile tests. The elastic modulus and maximum stress of the skin tissues were measured before the incidence of failure. The nonlinear mechanical behavior of the skin tissues was also computationally investigated through a constitutive equation. Hyperelastic strain energy density function was calibrated using the experimental data. The results revealed the anisotropic mechanical behavior of the abdomen and the isotropic mechanical response of the back skin. The highest elastic modulus was observed in the abdomen skin under the axial direction (10 MPa), while the lowest one was seen in the back skin under axial loading (5 MPa). The Mooney-Rivlin material model closely addressed the nonlinear mechanical behavior of the skin at different loading directions, which can be implemented in the future biomechanical models of skin tissue. The results might have implications not only for understanding of the isotropic and anisotropic mechanical behavior of skin tissue at different anatomical locations but also for providing more information for a diversity of disciplines, including dermatology, cosmetics industry, clinical decision making, and clinical intervention.

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