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Nondestructive test for quality control in laboratory-scale fabrication of laminated composites using programmable portable ultrasonic

Laminated composites are the most frequently used component materials in manufacturing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in research centers or start-up industries. On a laboratory scale, laminated composites...

Evaluation of mechanical and thermal properties of UV-curable resin-SiC composites for enhanced performance in abrasive applications

This research investigates the mechanical and thermal properties of a novel composite material designed for applications in the finishing industry, particularly in abrasive tools such as grinding wheels....

Sustainability-driven additive manufacturing: Implementation and content optimization of fine powder recycled glass in polylactic acid for material extrusion 3D printing

This work aimed to evaluate the capacity of recycled fine powder glass (RFPG) to reinforce the mechanical performance and characteristics of polylactic acid (PLA) for use in 3D printing (3DP) applications....

Investigation of the effects of ultrasonic assisted face turning with CO2 cooling on cutting forces, residual stress, and surface quality

Ultrasonic assisted turning (UAT) has emerged in recent years as an advanced machining technique, leveraging high-frequency harmonic vibrations at the tool edge to enhance cutting performance. In this...

Comparative analysis of bobbin tool and one-step double-acting tool in friction stir welding of aluminum AA1100

Aluminum's lightweight nature and corrosion resistance make it a preferred material across various industries, including marine, automotive, railway, and aerospace sectors. However, traditional fusion...

The experimental and numerical results of a spinning/whirling composite thick-beam of glass fibers reinforced with CNR based on SSDT and neutral axis with electric field

This article examines a spinning/whirling vibration for a thick composite beam, including one hundred layers of glass fibers, epoxy resin, and carbon nanorods (CNRs). The CNR used in the present investigation...

The effect of alumina nanoparticles on the properties of Al-based nanocomposites prepared by powder metallurgy–hot forging

The development of the aluminum industry is intricately connected to its special characteristics that have made aluminum a highly desired material in engineering and structural applications. In the...

Failure mechanism of aluminium – carbon fibre reinforced polymer interlocking joints through punching

Single-Step Punch Interlocking (SSPI) is a recently developed joining methodology between aluminium and Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) aiming to contribute to multi-material design of structural...

Dynamics of microdischarges evolution during plasma electrolytic oxidation in alkaline and silicate-alkaline electrolytes

The dynamics of microdischarges evolution during plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) of AMg6 aluminum alloy at anode-cathode mode in alkaline and silicate-alkaline electrolytes was investigated. Experimental...

Development of flame retardant and thermally stable acoustic green composites from waste hemp fibers reinforcement in fully biobased epoxy and benzoxazine hybrid thermosets

This study presents an in-depth investigation of eco-friendly and renewable resources-based composites for lightweight structural applications by reinforcing waste hemp fibers (AWHF) in isosorbide (ISE)...

Multifunctional Performance Enhancement of Polypropylene Nanocomposites via Dual Filler Hybridization: Mechanical, Viscoelastic, Creep, Aging, and Repairability Analysis

The study investigates the collaborative effect of amine-functionalized graphene (GN) and tungsten carbide (WC) nanofillers on the static mechanical and viscoelastic properties of polypropylene (PP)....

Fabrication of an isotropic Ti-3Al-8V-6Cr-4Mo-4Zr alloy with a combination of high strength and good ductility

A method on fabricating the Ti-3.09Al-6.66V-5.62Cr-4.54Zr-4.93Mo (Ti-38644) fasteners with high strength and good ductility was reported in this study, whose tensile property evades the strength–ductility...

Resistance Spot Welding of DH1200 Using Short Pulses and High Currents: Effects on Nugget Size, Microstructure, Hardness, Liquid Metal Embrittlement, and Tensile Shear Strength

This study investigates short-pulse high-current resistance spot welding (RSW) of DH1200, a third-generation advanced high-strength steel (AHSS) critical to lightweight automotive structures. Six RSW...

Rapid Prototyping Assisted Optimization and Experimental Three Point Bending Evaluation of Spreader Bar Structure

This paper investigates the advantages of optimization and rapid prototyping technology to aid in the improvement process of a spreader bar for an amphibious commuter aircraft, intended to withstand...

Experimental investigation of degradation in the marine environment of FDM-based 3D printed specimens

Additive manufacturing technology, commonly known as 3D printing, is used to create three-dimensional objects. In 3D printing, Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) is a solid-based additive manufacturing...

Effect of Incorporating High-Entropy Alloy Interlayer on the Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Mg/Steel Resistance Spot Welded Joints

The composite structure of magnesium alloy and stainless steel can fully leverage the respective advantages of both materials, not only ensuring structural safety but also reducing component weight,...

Effect of Nanoclay Additives on the Salt Water Absorption and Material Characteristics of Nylon Additive Manufactured Polymers

An experimental investigation of the effectiveness of nanoclay material additives on the reduction of water absorption into a nylon AM polymer and the corresponding effects on the material and mechanical...

Analysis and optimisation of parent grain reconstruction for additively manufactured Ti-6Al-4V

During solidification processing, most common titanium alloys solidify as high-temperature parent phase and it subsequently transforms into the room-temperature child phase. This parent to child transformation...

Laser powder bed fusion of AlSi10Mg with increased layer thickness for higher building rate

Among existing metal additive manufacturing technologies, laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) has an outstanding resolution but, from the other side, inferior building rate. In this work, the LPBF process...

Enhancement of the mechanical characteristics for Inconel 700 alloy using friction stir welding with a unique tool shape

For the first time, a systematic study of the influence of tool geometry on the friction stir welding (FSW) process of Inconel 700 through response surface methodology (RSM) for modeling purposes was...

3D-Printed recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) sandwich structures – Influence of infill design and density on tensile, dynamic mechanical, and creep response

Repurposing plastic waste is crucial to cope with the global population and rapid industrialization. Most plastic waste generated worldwide is mismanaged, leading to plastic pollution, landfill congestion,...

Enhanced performance of epoxy composites: A study on Walikukun-glass fiber hybrid reinforcement for automotive applications

The increasing demand for sustainable, lightweight, and high-performance materials in the automotive industry necessitates innovative hybrid composite solutions. This study addresses the limitations...

Investigation and optimization of machining parameters in Micro-WEDM of SMA to enhance performance

Ti–Ni Shape Memory Alloys (SMAs) are extensively used in biomedical applications due to their superior biocompatibility and mechanical properties over traditional biomaterial SS316L and Ti alloys. However,...

Finite element analysis and experimental whiffletree testing of a small UAV composite wing

This study presents a comprehensive investigation of the structural performance of a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) composite wing, integrating finite element analysis (FEA) and experimental whiffletree...

Additively manufactured injection mould tooling incorporating gradient density lattice structures for mass and energy reduction

The benefits of reducing the mass of injection moulding (IM) tooling include opportunities to also reduce material and energy consumption of the Additive Manufacturing L-PBF (Laser Powder Bed Fusion)...

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