Machine Learning as a Surrogate for FEM: Predicting Mechanical Properties of Tyres
Available online 9 September 2025
Accurately characterizing the mechanical properties of tyre materials remains a critical challenge due to their heterogeneous composition and anisotropic behaviour. This study introduces a comprehensive...
Gel Alloy: One-step Prepared Stratified Complementary Hydrogel with Multifunctions for Deflagration Substances Packaging
Available online 5 September 2025
Multifunctional hydrogels face challenges due to the inherent functional trade-offs in homogeneous systems, while traditional stratified hydrogel fabrication methods struggle to balance simplicity,...
Ultra-expanded microcellular shape memory polymer foams via supercritical foaming for recyclable oil absorption and improved thermal insulation
Available online 23 August 2025
Shape memory foams (SMFs) have garnered significant attention as smart, sustainable solutions for diverse applications, including environmental remediation and thermal insulation. However, their practical...
Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Epoxy Hybrid Foams with Inorganic and Organic Microspheres
Available online 12 August 2025
This study reports the preparations and properties of hybrid composite foams composed of epoxy (E-51) resin, organic expandable microspheres (EMP), and inorganic hollow glass microspheres (HGM). The...
Industrial-Grade Carbon Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Vitrimer Composites: Reprocessing, Repairing and Recycling
Available online 6 August 2025
Carbon fiber reinforced thermoset composites (CFRP) have demonstrated significant potential for industrial applications. However, their permanent cross-linked networks pose challenges for reprocessing,...
Re-evaluating bioplastic blend wastes through mechanical recycling and chemical modification
July 2025
The escalating environmental challenges posed by conventional plastics have amplified the importance of biodegradable polymers as sustainable alternatives. However, addressing their recyclability and...
Recent advancement in MXene-based nanomaterials for flame retardant polymers and composites
July 2025
This review explores the advancements in MXene-based nanomaterials as flame-retardant additives for polymers and composites, driven by increasing fire safety demands across industries. It highlights...
Advances in lead-free flexible piezoelectric materials for energy and evolving applications
July 2025
The review highlights the advancements in flexible lead-free piezoelectric materials, emphasizing their potential for energy harvesting and sustainable energy. Although normal piezoelectric materials...
Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) biodegradation by a novel thermophilic Actinomadura sp. SCN-SB with microbial upcycling potential
July 2025
Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) is a biodegradable and biocompatible biopolymer with promising applications in food packaging and biomedical fields. However, its degradation under...
High-pressure hydrogen effects on thermoplastics: A comprehensive review of permeation, decompression failure, and mechanical properties
July 2025
Hydrogen energy is widely regarded as a clean and sustainable alternative to fossil fuel. Among various hydrogen storage options, high-pressure gas cylinders, especially Type IV composite cylinders,...
Mechanically strong, stretchable and self-healable silicone elastomers with designed dynamic networks for exceptional self-adhesion under harsh conditions
July 2025
Silicone elastomers with wide-temperature stability and excellent mechanical flexibility have attracted considerable interest in both academic and industrial fields. However, the highly cross-linked...
Triethylenetetramine-modified ammonium polyphosphate as charring agent for enhanced flame retardancy in ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer
July 2025
In this study, a novel charring agent (TETA-APP) was prepared via ion exchange reaction between triethylenetetramine (TETA) and ammonium polyphosphate (APP). It was characterized by fourier transform...
Highly thermally conductive and insulating aramid/polyphenylene sulfide composite paper with gradient and sandwich structures
July 2025
With rapid industrial development, effective thermal management has become essential for modern insulating materials. However, conventional aramid paper-based materials face substantial challenges in...
Rapid prediction of poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)/poly(glycolic acid) (PBAT/PGA) agricultural films based on UV-accelerated aging tests with applicability to the environment
July 2025
Biodegradable plastic mulches (BPMs) possess great possibility as alternative materials for traditional non-degradable agricultural films. However, research on the degradation behaviors of biodegradable...
Optimizing interfacial stability of sulfurized polyacrylonitrile batteries by fluorinated composite polymer electrolytes
Available online 29 July 2025
Sulfurized polyacrylonitrile (SPAN) is a promising cathode to address the notorious polysulfide shuttle effect sluggish reaction dynamics of traditional lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries through its conductive...
Asymmetric multilayer-porous structure of MXene nanocomposites with absorption-dominated high electromagnetic interference shielding performance
Available online 23 July 2025
There are limited reports on multilayer MXene-based electromagnetic interference shielding (EMI) nanocomposites featuring low-reflectivity characteristics with MXene nanocomposite films serving as electromagnetic...
Additively manufactured graphene enhanced nylon with inhibited coiling, entropically favorable linear conformations for hydrogen barrier applications
Available online 15 July 2025
Hydrogen is vital to sustainable energy systems, yet developing efficient and cost-effective gas barrier materials for hydrogen storage remains a challenge. This study investigates the hydrogen barrier...
Integrated flexible composite for robotic skin applications with sensing, EMI shielding, and flame/explosion resistance
Available online 8 July 2025
In this study, a multifunctional composite membrane is developed for advanced robotic skin applications, combining strain sensing, EMI shielding, and flame/explosion resistance. The membrane is fabricated...
Research on sodium bicarbonate abrasive jet machining technology for post-processing treatments of 3D printed PEEK implant to achieve non-destructive deburring and enhancing cell adhesion
Available online 5 July 2025
The non-destructive deburring and hydrophilic surface machining of 3D printed Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) implants surface is critical for post-processing production of the implants. A green sodium...
Facile and scalable preparation of poly(vinyl alcohol) hydrogels: Insights into thermal kinetics, combustion behavior, and flame retardancy
Available online 23 June 2025
A flame-retardant (FR) hydrogel with controllable size and shape was synthesized using only poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) and ammonium polyphosphate (APP). The self-assembled PVA-APP (PA) hydrogel was formed...
Engineered interface design in polymer composites: Simultaneous enhancement of thermal conductivity and tribological properties for industrial applications
Available online 14 June 2025
The escalating demand for high-performance electronics necessitates innovative dielectric materials capable of efficient heat dissipation and robust interfacial stability. Herein, we present an interfacial...
Engineering flame and mechanical properties of natural plant-based fibre biocomposites
April 2025
The escalating global concerns surrounding unsustainable petroleum consumption have fueled interest in natural plant fiber polymer biocomposites (NFPCs) as eco-friendly alternatives. NFPCs offer advantages...
Advancements in Poly(ionic liquid) composites with carbon nanomaterials
April 2025
Carbon nanomaterials have become essential in modern daily life. Their porous nature and good electrical conductivity are critical for composite applications. However, their inherent van der Waals forces...
Synergistic effects of Psidium guajava and copper nanoparticles reinforced hybrid Hydrogel for tissue engineering
April 2025
Hydrogels are biopolymers proficient in engrossing much water in their 3D network structure. However, single-polymer hydrogels frequently experience poor physio-mechanical properties, confining their...
Graphene nanoplatelet induced microphase separation in poly(ether-block-amide)s
April 2025
The inclusion of graphene nanoplatelets (GNP) in segmented block copolymers offers a route to manipulate microphase separation for tailoring the mechanical properties of thermoplastic elastomers. GNP...
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