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{"title":"Experimental investigation of warpage in thin CF/PEKK composite laminates consolidated under non-isothermal conditions","authors":"Mariam A Al-Dhaheri, Muhammad S Irfan, Wesley J Cantwell, Imad Barsoum, Rehan Umer","doi":"10.1177/08927057241256936","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/08927057241256936","url":null,"abstract":"In this study, we investigated the effect of several processing conditions on warpage in carbon-fibre/PEKK composites manufactured under non-isothermal conditions. A multi-level factorial design of experiments was employed to study the effect of process and design parameters on warpage. Analysis-of-variance was used to establish the significance of the main factors as contributors to warpage. The number of plies and consolidation pressure were the factors that contributed significantly to warpage. A regression model was used to predict the warpage of panels consolidated using aluminium tooling, giving a reasonably good prediction of less than 18% difference. A panel with variable thickness was also manufactured, based on the prior observations, pressure and lay-up configurations were successfully altered to reduce warpage. DSC results showed that the warpage of semi-crystalline PEKK composites consolidated under non-isothermal conditions is a result of a differential in shrinkage across the laminate, as the degree of crystallinity varied with temperature and consolidation pressure.","PeriodicalId":17446,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials","volume":"40 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141146306","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Structural, linear/non-linear optical, and optoelectrical properties of PVB/Bi2WO6 nanocomposite for industrial applications","authors":"Mohammed O. Alziyadi, Asma Alkabsh, Basmat Amal M. Said, Mustafa S. Shalaby","doi":"10.1177/08927057241254985","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/08927057241254985","url":null,"abstract":"Nanocomposite films composed of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) and B<jats:sub>i2</jats:sub>WO<jats:sub>6</jats:sub> were produced through solution casting. The goal of this investigation was to examine the effects of different Bi<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>WO<jats:sub>6</jats:sub> concentrations (0%, 2%, and 4% wt.) on the linear/non-linear optical and optoelectrical properties, as well as the structure and dispersion of films of PVB/Bi<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>WO<jats:sub>6</jats:sub> nanocomposite. The direct band gap Eg<jats:sub>1</jats:sub> value falls from 5.1 eV to 3.83 eV with the progressive increase in Bi<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>WO<jats:sub>6</jats:sub> content from 0% to 4% wt., while indirect band gap Eg<jats:sub>2</jats:sub> decreased from 4.1 eV to 2.89 eV. Conversely, the PVB + 4% Bi<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>WO<jats:sub>6</jats:sub> nanocomposite increased Urbach’s energy (E<jats:sub>U</jats:sub>) from 1.00 eV for pure PVB to 1.97 eV. Moreover, our research has documented the impact of different concentrations of Bi<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>WO<jats:sub>6</jats:sub> on a range of optical properties, including the refractive index ( n), extinction coefficient ( k), and other pertinent parameters. Utilizing the real and imaginary components of the dielectric constants ε<jats:sub>r</jats:sub> and ε<jats:sub>i</jats:sub>, an investigation was carried out into the dielectrics’ behavior and the optoelectrical parameters’ calculation. Furthermore, investigations were performed on the linear optical susceptibility, the non-linear refractive index, and the third-order non-linear optical susceptibility concerning the concentrations of Bi<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>WO<jats:sub>6</jats:sub>. In addition, the results indicated that varying Bi<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>WO<jats:sub>6</jats:sub> concentrations substantially affect the oscillator strength, average oscillator wavelength, and optical conductivity. The nanocomposite films of PVB/Bi<jats:sub>2</jats:sub>WO<jats:sub>6</jats:sub> concentrations exhibited favorable associations between their optoelectrical and non-linear/linear optical parameters, rendering them viable candidates for implementation in flexible electronic devices and radiation shielding.","PeriodicalId":17446,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials","volume":"132 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141061903","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Characterization of fly ash reinforced wood polypropylene composites","authors":"Memiş Akkuş","doi":"10.1177/08927057241254752","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/08927057241254752","url":null,"abstract":"In this study, fly ash, which is released as waste from thermal power plants and has negative effects on the environment, was evaluated as a filler in wood-plastic composite materials (WPC). For this purpose, inorganic fly ash from thermal power plants was mixed with polypropylene (PP) thermoplastic polymer at 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, and 50% by extrusion method instead of wood flour used in wood plastic composite materials. Maleic anhydride-treated polypropylene (MAPP) was used to strengthen the bonding during WPC production. The material mixed in extrusion was passed through a crusher and turned into pellets. Test samples were prepared using injection molding of pelletized WPC material. Density, thickness swelling, water absorption, modulus of rupture, impact strength, modulus of elasticity in bending, tensile strength, janka hardness, differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and thermogravimetric analyses (TGA) were performed on the prepared test samples. The results indicated that as the amount of fly ash used in the wood-plastic composite material increases, the density increases but the thermal degradation temperature of the material, water uptake, the swelling ratio to its thickness, tensile strength, impact strength, janka hardness, modulus of rupture, and modulus of elasticity decrease.","PeriodicalId":17446,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials","volume":"33 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140925203","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Experimental investigations of temperature-sensitive shape memory polymer composites for 4D printing","authors":"Garima Dixit, Pulak Mohan Pandey","doi":"10.1177/08927057241254322","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/08927057241254322","url":null,"abstract":"Shape memory polymers (SMPs) and their composites (SMPCs) have emerged as popular materials in a variety of industries due to their unique properties of shape-changing behavior in response to external stimuli. The inclusion of reinforcement may modify the SMPs to enhance their thermal and shape memory properties. Different types of bio ceramics have already been used to alter the thermal and shape memory behavior of SMPs. However, using bioactive glass (BG) as filler to modify these properties has not yet been explored. Despite the significant advantages that shape-memory polymers (SMPs) offer when combined with 3D/4D printing technology, their potential in 3D printing has been explored only to a limited extent. This work created a solvent-based 4D-printed temperature-sensitive shape memory polymer composites (SMPCs) system using polylactic acid (PLA) and bioactive glass (BG). The influence of BG on the thermal as well as shape-memory capabilities of composites was further examined. An increase in the degree of crystallinity and viscoelastic characteristics of PLA/BG composites led to improved shape memory properties, like shape fixity and shape recovery. These findings suggest the potential for using the developed SMPC printed through 4D printing technology, to develop complex shapes for self-foldable structures and smart biomedical devices in the future.","PeriodicalId":17446,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials","volume":"154 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140925142","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Contribution of cellulose nanofibrils on the strengthening and toughening of neat and blended polylactide specimens; and the differences after 3D-printing","authors":"Burcu Sarı, Cevdet Kaynak","doi":"10.1177/08927057241241499","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/08927057241241499","url":null,"abstract":"The main purpose of this study was to use “green materials” approach by investigating effects of only 1 wt% Cellulose Nanofibrils (CNF) on the strengthening and toughening of neat and blended polylactide (PLA) biopolymer matrix. For this purpose, first of all effects of CNF were investigated in PLA/CNF biocomposite specimens. After blending of PLA with 10 phr bio-based thermoplastic polyester (b-TPE) elastomer, effects of CNF were investigated also for this PLA/b-TPE/CNF ternary biocomposite specimens. Mechanical tests revealed that due to the efficient strengthening and toughening mechanisms, CNF increased flexural strength of PLA by 33%, while b-TPE increased fracture toughness of PLA by 104%. When CNF and b-TPE were incorporated together, synergism in the strength and toughness values were occurred. All bioblend and biocomposite specimens were produced by using the same “melt mixing” technique in a laboratory size twin-screw extruder, and their test specimens were shaped by conventional “compression molding”. Since shaping by “3D-printing” is frequently used in the biomedical sectors, another distinctive aim of this study was to reveal whether there were any differences in the strength and toughness values of specimens after their 3D-printing. It was observed that due to the “textured” structure of 3D-printed specimens, their flexural strength values were approximately 20% lower, while fracture toughness values were approximately 20% higher.","PeriodicalId":17446,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials","volume":"52 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140925315","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"In-situ consolidation of thermoplastic composites by automated fiber placement: Characterization of defects","authors":"Mahmoud Fereidouni, Suong Van Hoa","doi":"10.1177/08927057241251837","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/08927057241251837","url":null,"abstract":"The emergence of automated manufacturing of composites has not only transformed the manufacturing of optimized and geometrically complex structures but has also expanded the promising prospect of in-situ manufacturing of thermoplastic composites (TPC), where both material placement and consolidation are carried out by automated fiber placement (AFP) equipment, streamlining the process into single step manufacturing. However, the inherent complexities in different aspects of robotic automation, imperfections in the supplied material, and the occurrence of multi-physical phenomena during in-situ consolidation introduce various manufacturing-induced defects. While the defects in thermoset composites (TSC) made by AFP have been widely studied in the past, this study explores the diverse defects at micro and macro scales for TPCs made by AFP, with a focus on carbon-fiber/poly-ether-ether-ketone (CF/PEEK) tapes consolidated using hot gas torch (HGT) heating system. An overview of defects and associated characteristics is presented across three phases: defects in supplied impregnated tapes, defects and limitations in performance of AFP system, and defects in the final in-situ consolidated composite. For the defects subject to studies in the past, the description is limited to a concise review, while those with limited understanding are supported by new empirical observations in this work.","PeriodicalId":17446,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials","volume":"80 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140925141","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Mechanical, rheological, thermal and morphological properties of pistachio shell powder reinforced / linear low-density polyethylene/polyolefin elastomer biocomposites","authors":"Manjeet Singh, Amol Thite, Subhendu Ray Chowdhury, Harish Jagat Pant","doi":"10.1177/08927057241252142","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/08927057241252142","url":null,"abstract":"In the present study, 20 wt% ENGAGE (a polyolefin elastomer) is melt blended with 80 wt% linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) followed by composite preparation with pistachio shell powder (PSP) in various compositions (40 wt% to 70 wt%). The effect of variation of PSP content on mechanical properties is studied. The processability of composites is improved because of the unique processability of ENGAGE. Consequently, filler-containing capability of the LLDPE/ENGAGE (LE82) blend is also enhanced considerably due to extra space generated by amorphous ENGAGE. Again, blending of 20 wt% ENGAGE with 80 wt% LLDPE is helpful for maintaining mechanical properties of LLDPE/ENGAGE/PSP composite in useful range. The rheological study confirms that complex viscosity (η), storage modulus (G’) and loss modulus (G”) remain almost unchanged with the incorporation of a high quantity of PSP into the LE82 blend system for all the composites in the entire frequency range. From the rheological study, it is seen that the thermoplastic nature of the composites is maintained. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) show the structural integrity of LE82 blend-based composites revealing the thermal stability of the organic filler and consequently the composites. SEM also shows uniform dispersion of PSP into the LLDPE/ENGAGE blend matrix. Such biocomposite with 70 wt% biodegradable component and reliable mechanical properties is attractive for wide spread applications.","PeriodicalId":17446,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials","volume":"64 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140925184","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Nanocellulose: A sustainable functional construct for the remediation of heavy metal ions from water","authors":"Jishana Basheer, Arya Uthaman, Hiran M Lal, Sabu Thomas, Deepu A Gopakumar, Jinu J George","doi":"10.1177/08927057241249731","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/08927057241249731","url":null,"abstract":"Heavy metals are considered to be a significant pollutant in water bodies, adversely affecting human health by causing various severe diseases after passing down the food chain. The rise in environmental problems due to the usage of non – biodegradable materials leads to the necessity of eco–friendly materials. The abundant and eco-friendly nature of the nanocellulose makes them promising substitutes for non-sustainable materials, nowadays. It is also possible to find the chemical components (cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin) present in a source and the cellulose yield. In this context, nanocellulose has gained considerable attention among nanomaterials as a promising candidate for the adsorption of toxic heavy metal ions because of its large surface area, light weight, low cost, biocompatible nature, etc. Moreover, the numerous surface hydroxyl groups present in its surface make them suitable for the wide range of surface functionalization with different groups. They can thus be used individually or in combination with other materials for excellent adsorption towards various toxic heavy metal ions. The state of research on modified nanocellulose as an adsorbent for heavy metals is principally discussed in this review. Mainly two types of plant-based nanocelluloses; cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) and cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs), are discussed in detail in this review. The extraction of nanocellulose via a green approach was also covered. This review comprises comprehensive details on the modifications and other relevant properties of nanocellulose which would facilitate the adsorption of toxic heavy metals.","PeriodicalId":17446,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials","volume":"26 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140841567","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Enhancing the performance of optoelectronic potential of CuO/Al nanoplats in a PVC for medium voltage cables applications","authors":"A. M. Elbasiony, Mohamed Mohamady Ghobashy, Mohamed Madani, Samera Ali Al-Gahtany, A. I. Sharshir","doi":"10.1177/08927057241251835","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/08927057241251835","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigates the potential of incorporating CuO and Al nanoplates into a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) matrix to enhance the performance of medium voltage cables. The incorporation of nanoparticles into the PVC insulation material aims to improve the electrical, dielectric, and optical properties of the cable. The nanocomposite films were synthesized by dissolving PVC in tetrahydrofuran (THF) solvent and adding a mixture of 5 wt% CuO and Al nanoparticles. Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis confirmed the successful incorporation of the nanoparticles into the PVC matrix. The optical properties of the PVC/AlNPs and PVC/CuONPs + AlNPs nanocomposite films were characterized, revealing a decrease in band gap energy (4.35 eV) and Urbach tail energy (0.3702 eV) for the PVC/CuONPs + AlNPs film compared to the PVC/AlNPs film (4.5 eV and 0.41816 eV, respectively). Additionally, the PVC/CuONPs + AlNPs film exhibited higher absorption coefficients and increased electron delocalization and conjugation (carbon cluster value of 62.53). The dielectric properties of the CuONPs + AlNPs nanocomposites were investigated, with the sample containing 1.5% AlNPs demonstrating the highest AC conductivity (2.029 × 10<jats:sup>−3</jats:sup> S/m), dielectric constant, and dielectric loss across the frequency range. Simulations of electric field distribution revealed that the PVC/CuONPs+1.5% AlNPs nanocomposite cable exhibited a more uniform electric field distribution compared to the PVC market cable, contributing to a reduction in electrostatic tension and a relative permittivity increase from 2.25 to 2.35. The electric potential distribution along the cable radius remained similar for both cable samples. These findings demonstrate the potential of nanocomposite insulation materials in enhancing the performance of medium voltage cables, paving the way for improved reliability, longevity, and efficiency.","PeriodicalId":17446,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials","volume":"180 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140841487","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Research on the performance of three-dimensional-braided-glass fiber reinforced in-situ polymerized TPU","authors":"Lin Jiang, Run Zhang, Ping Xue, Mingyin Jia, JianChen Cai","doi":"10.1177/08927057241251838","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/08927057241251838","url":null,"abstract":"In this study, thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) is prepared by using 4,4′-methylenediphenyl diisocyanate (4,4′-MDI), poly (1,4-butylene adipate) (PBA), and butane-1,4-diol (BDO). PBA as soft segment for TPU. 4,4′- MDI and BDO as hard segment for TPU. The effects of isocyanate index, hard segment content, and soft segment molecular weight on TPU micro-phase separation, molecular weight, and thermal performance are investigated. 3D-Braided-Glass Fiber (GF) reinforced TPU composites are prepared by in-situ polymerized TPU as the matrix resin. Investigation is conducted into how the mechanical properties and microstructure of the composites are affected by the matrix resin TPU’s structural parameters. As the isocyanate index increases, the mechanical properties of the composites first enhance and then weaken, and the interface bonding between TPU and GF gradually deteriorates. Increasing the molecular weight of soft segments has the same trend of change. With the increase of hard segment content, the mechanical properties of the composites are enhanced. The results demonstrate that the mechanical properties of the TPU/GF composites are at their best when the isocyanate index is 1.01, the hard segment content is 43%, and the PBA molecular weight is 2000, with the stretching strength being 289.6 MPa, the impact strength being 141.8 KJ/mm<jats:sup>2</jats:sup>, the bending strength being 183.2 MPa, and the flexural modulus being 10.7 GPa.","PeriodicalId":17446,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140841565","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}