Yazan Firas Fuad Hussein, Altamish Ahmed Pakeer, R. Muneer, M. Hashmet, Younes Alblooshi
{"title":"Laboratory Investigation and Empirical Modelling of Polymer Solution Viscosity","authors":"Yazan Firas Fuad Hussein, Altamish Ahmed Pakeer, R. Muneer, M. Hashmet, Younes Alblooshi","doi":"10.4028/p-sd0oki","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4028/p-sd0oki","url":null,"abstract":"Polymer flooding, an improved oil recovery technique, is a well-established method for improving oil production. Although numerous polymers have been suggested in the literature, identifying suitable ones for applications in high-temperature and high-salinity carbonate reservoirs remains a challenging task. The viscosity of polymer solutions depends on various parameters, including polymer concentration, temperature, and shear rate. Therefore, screening polymers for these demanding conditions necessitates meticulous experimental work. In this experimental study, polymer solutions' physical property—viscosity—was measured as a function of polymer concentration, temperature, and shear rate. Subsequently, the generated rheological data were used to develop empirical models capable of predicting the viscosity of polymer solutions under various conditions. An acceptable match was achieved between the experimental and model-predicted data. Furthermore, a validation was conducted for the empirical models, yielding a root mean square error of 1.75. These models will significantly reduce the number of experiments required for the screening process and prove valuable for optimization procedures.","PeriodicalId":18262,"journal":{"name":"Materials Science Forum","volume":" 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140217540","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Investigation on Layer Thickness on Mechanical Properties and Dimension Accuracy in Fused Deposition Modelling 3D Printing","authors":"Ming Yi Chen, Rayson Pang, Mun Kou Lai","doi":"10.4028/p-3s2pqo","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4028/p-3s2pqo","url":null,"abstract":"In the current era of additive manufacturing, Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) method of printing is being studied extensively to print a concept model. Therefore, the dimensional accuracy and the mechanical properties of the FDM 3D printed part are very important. In this study, the tensile specimens are prepared according to ASTM D638 Type I. Dimensions of the specimen is measured in the x-direction (length), y-direction (width), and z-direction (height) and is compared against the standard measurement for accuracy. Tensile stress, strain at break and Young’s modulus were also investigated. Overall, the dimension accuracy achieved is more than 98%. The highest accuracy is obtained by using 0.2mm layer thickness and 0.2mm initial layer thickness. The tensile stress, Young’s modulus and strain at break are found to decrease when the layer thickness is increased. This is due having more layer with lesser and smaller voids which increases the strength and stiffness. Increasing initial layer thickness, however, has a low influence on the tensile stress but can greatly affect the Young’s modulus.","PeriodicalId":18262,"journal":{"name":"Materials Science Forum","volume":" 43","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140212602","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pranithan Silprasert, A. Boonmahitthisud, S. Tanpichai
{"title":"Using Borax as a Cross-Linking Agent in Poly(Vinyl Alcohol)/Hemp-Extracted Cellulose Hydrogels","authors":"Pranithan Silprasert, A. Boonmahitthisud, S. Tanpichai","doi":"10.4028/p-s30w1d","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4028/p-s30w1d","url":null,"abstract":"This study focused on the preparation of hydrogels of poly (vinyl alcohol) and cellulose extracted from hemp fibers with the aid of borax as a cross-linking agent. Cellulose extracted from hemp fibers was initially dissolved in a mixed solution of urea and NaOH to obtain a cellulose solution. In the meantime, PVA was also dissolved in the urea and NaOH. These two solutions were mixed, and various loadings of borax were introduced. Moreover, the effect of borax loadings on equilibrium water content (EWC) and compression properties of the cross-linked hydrogels was investigated. The cross-linked hydrogels showed an EWC of 95.76% and a compression set of 9.71%, compared to those of the physical cross-linked hydrogels which had an EWC of 92.40% and a compression set of 29.96%. It was found that the chemically crosslinked hydrogels exhibited greater stability compared with physical ones owing to the stronger interaction induced by borax. Therefore, The PVA/cellulose hydrogels cross-linked with borax hold potential in various applications such as wound dressing, wastewater treatment, and agricultural fields.","PeriodicalId":18262,"journal":{"name":"Materials Science Forum","volume":" 44","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140216886","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Indah Nursyamsi Handayani, Vivi Fauzia, A. H. Saputro, N. H. Apriantoro
{"title":"Rapid and Visual Detection of Vitamin C Based on Sodium Citrate-Stabilized Silver Nanoparticles","authors":"Indah Nursyamsi Handayani, Vivi Fauzia, A. H. Saputro, N. H. Apriantoro","doi":"10.4028/p-a2dgqn","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4028/p-a2dgqn","url":null,"abstract":"Ensuring the vitamin C requirements are met through dietary intake or supplements is essential for health. In this study, a simple and rapid visual detection method for semi-quantitative analysis of vitamin C was proposed based on sodium citrate-stabilized silver nanoparticles (SC-AgNPs). As a validation of SC-AgNPs as a colorimetric sensor for vitamin C, color changes were observed gradually, shifting from transparent yellow to deep brown after the addition of vitamin C at various concentrations. That is also supported by an increase in absorption intensity at the peak wavelength of 417 nm, which was analyzed using a UV-Vis spectrophotometer. Based on the spectral approach method, the linear relationship between absorbance values and vitamin C is in the range of 0-4.2 mM, with a coefficient correlation of 0.99 and sensitivity of 0.95/mM. Furthermore, the feasibility of the SC-AgNPs for vitamin C detection in healthy beverages and tablet pharmaceuticals has been investigated.","PeriodicalId":18262,"journal":{"name":"Materials Science Forum","volume":" 40","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140217903","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
J. Panggabean, P. Simamora, J. Rajagukguk, Chayani S. Sarumaha, J. Kaewkhao
{"title":"Physical and Optical Properties of CeF3 Doped with Aluminium Fluorophosphate Glasses","authors":"J. Panggabean, P. Simamora, J. Rajagukguk, Chayani S. Sarumaha, J. Kaewkhao","doi":"10.4028/p-j6x51c","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4028/p-j6x51c","url":null,"abstract":"Glass doped with cerium is an attractive material for a variety of applications. The aluminium fluorophosphate glasses were made by the conventional melt-quenching technique. The glass samples were characterized by density, refractive index, FTIR and photoluminescence spectra. The density was shown to increase, but refractive and molar volume were shown to decrease. The FTIR spectra of these glasses showed mainly [PO3] and [PO4] structural units. Transparency of the glass samples is demonstrated by a transmission intensity in the 70-80% range. Regarding the optical properties, under 307 nm excitation, the emission peak around 348 nm of the CeF3-doped aluminium fluorophosphate glasses was confirmed. The emission would be due to the 5d→4f transitions of Ce3+ ions.","PeriodicalId":18262,"journal":{"name":"Materials Science Forum","volume":" 44","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140220677","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Analyzing the Sound of Materials: Application of Acoustic Emission Technique for Monitoring Material Behavior","authors":"C. R. Ríos-Soberanis, Takenobu Sakai, S. Wakayama","doi":"10.4028/p-hk3qly","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4028/p-hk3qly","url":null,"abstract":"During the last years, some concerns have arisen in relation to the outcome of mechanisms of failure in composite materials according to its mechanical behavior. Such interest resulted in the development of new complex structures in order to enhance its mechanical resistance and the controlling of damage processes. Nevertheless, it is imperative to understand the degree of mechanical performance that these materials can achieve when under external stresses. In this regard, applying Acoustic Emission (AE) technique is widely known as a very effective technology for identifying and monitoring damage progression on different kind of materials and structures providing valuable information. AE is a non-destructive technique (NDT) capable of detecting micro damage initiation and propagation along several types of failure modes such as reinforcement/matrix interfacial debonding, matrix cracking, delamination, fracture, etc. This paper examines applications of AE regarding to composite materials where fracture processes are generally more complex and data interpretation is correspondingly more difficult. Finally, in order to continuously improve the reliability of this technique, several researches have advanced its trustworthiness through innovations in AE technology. Some perspectives are discussed.","PeriodicalId":18262,"journal":{"name":"Materials Science Forum","volume":" 38","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140212790","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Development of a Process to Continuously Mercerise Loose-Stock Cotton","authors":"Lyndon Arnold, R. Padhye","doi":"10.4028/p-ph2mr9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4028/p-ph2mr9","url":null,"abstract":"Cotton has traditionally been mercerised as hanks of yarn or as open-width fabrics, but commercial methods to mercerise loose stock directly after ginning have been limited. Arnold and Rippon [1,2] produced continuous lengths of fully mercerised sliver with increased fibre strength, enhanced dye-uptake, improved surface lustre, without fibre shrinkage. Not only did the method prevent shrinkage, but fibres could be stretched by as much as 4% and then stably set. The disadvantage of this method was that fibre had to be fully processed to sliver form.An improved prototype machine has now been successfully developed to continuously mercerise ginned loose stock. Testing has confirmed that the output fibres are mercerised along their full lengths and have higher tenacity compared with the un-mercerised Control. Fibre lengths have also been maintained, indicating that the shrinkage normally caused by slack mercerising has been prevented. Fibre dyeability is comparable with that of slack-mercerised samples but better than the un-mercerised Control. The improved lustre expected for fibre mercerised under tension has also been confirmed. The production rate of the process can be readily improved, and the prototype expanded in size to increase output.","PeriodicalId":18262,"journal":{"name":"Materials Science Forum","volume":"59 19","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140230547","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mohammad Mamunur Rashid, M. Zorc, B. Simončič, Ivan Jerman, B. Tomšič
{"title":"Ag Doping and rGO Coupling of TiO2 within Polysiloxane Matrix for the Ecofriendly Development of High-Performance Cotton Fabric","authors":"Mohammad Mamunur Rashid, M. Zorc, B. Simončič, Ivan Jerman, B. Tomšič","doi":"10.4028/p-r24xao","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4028/p-r24xao","url":null,"abstract":"In this work, TiO2 was applied to cotton fabric by a sol–gel-hydrothermal process. A combination of 3-(trihydroxysilyl) propyl methylphosphonate monosodium salt solution (TPMP) and (3-aminopropyl)triethoxysilane (APTES) was used as a matrix to enhance the interfacial interaction between TiO2 and surface of the cotton fibres. During the hydrothermal treatment, silver nitrate (AgNO3) or reduced graphene oxide (rGO) were added to produce Ag-doped TiO2- or rGO-coupled TiO2-coated textiles. The successful application of all investigated components on cotton fabric was confirmed by the analysis of SEM and EDS. The results of UPF determination and self-cleaning activity showed excellent performance of both studied nanocomposite coatings, whereas the use of rGO proved to be better than Ag.","PeriodicalId":18262,"journal":{"name":"Materials Science Forum","volume":"10 5‐6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140228409","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Computational Evaluation of Weaving Process on Mechanical Stiffness of Plain Weave Fabric","authors":"Yue Zhang, Hikaru Miyaki, Jianliang Zhang, Atsushi Sakuma","doi":"10.4028/p-7qdn38","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4028/p-7qdn38","url":null,"abstract":"Inherent structural stress in a plain weave is induced during the formation process of fabrics, and its evaluation is useful for estimating the mechanical stiffness of weaves. In this study, the effect of inherent stress distributed in a weave fabric was investigated to estimate its mechanical stiffness. Here, a numerical simulation method that imitates the fabrication process of fabrics is proposed to evaluate stiffness. A diagram illustrating the weaving process is defined in this evaluation method. For computational analysis, a unit cell model used in homogenization was developed based on the structural periodicity of the plain weave structure using the finite element method. The weaving state was accomplished by simulating the weaving behavior in this model. The weaving state included the geometric shape and stress/strain data. Subsequently, a model was built to estimate the mechanical stiffness based on the weaving state data. Finally, a uniaxial tensile simulation was conducted using the numerical model. Using this evaluation method, the effect of inherent stress on the mechanical stiffness of weaves was quantified, which indicated that the tensile stiffness improved in a small strain range. The effect gradually decreased as the tension progressed.","PeriodicalId":18262,"journal":{"name":"Materials Science Forum","volume":"14 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140228618","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}