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Materials

Preparation, structure, and properties of biodegradable core?sheath composite fibers derived from poly (butylene adipate?co?terephthalate) and polylactic acid
23/04/2024 - Fluorescence of EBS?g?MA/CDs NanocompositesAbstractCarbon dots (CDs) are an interesting nanomaterial due to their tunable photoluminescence and other functional properties. Herein, by introducing...
Improving flame retardancy in BADGE epoxy via novel phosphorus?functionalized epoxy integration
24/04/2024 - The study explores the use of micro magnesium dihydrate (MDH) and nano aluminum nitride (nH?AlN) in developing silicone based co?filled composites for high voltage insulation applications. A...
Nitrogen-Doped Diamond-like Carbon Buffer Layer Enhances the Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Diamond-like Carbon Films Deposited on Nitrile Rubber Substrate
21/04/2024 - The poor adhesion between the DLC film and rubber restricts its application of seals. Introducing a suitable interlayer can bolster the adhesion of the coating or film. In this study, nitrogen-doped...
Porous Silicone Rubber Composite Supported 1,4-Diphenylethynyl Benzene for Hydrogen Absorption with Pd/C Catalyst
22/04/2024 - Hydrogen is a dangerous gas as it reacts very easily with oxygen and may explode; therefore, the accumulation of hydrogen in confined spaces is a safety hazard. Composites consisting of unsaturated...
Flexural Response of Functionally Graded Rubberized Concrete Beams
22/04/2024 - Recycling rubber and/or steel fiber components of waste tires in construction applications is a venue for maximizing the recycling rate of these items. Additionally, it supports the move towards...
Effect of Modified and Unmodified Oak Bark (Quercus Cortex) on the Cross-Linking Process and Mechanical, Anti-Aging, and Hydrophobic Properties of Biocomposites Produced from Natural Rubber (NR)
24/04/2024 - The study explores the novel use of oak bark (Quercus cortex) as a bio-filler in elastomeric composites, aligning with the global trend of plant-based biocomposites. Both modified and unmodified oak...
Silicone Nanocomposites with Enhanced Thermal Resistance: A Short Review
25/04/2024 - Continuous technological progress places significant demands on the materials used in increasingly modern devices. An important parameter is often the long-term thermal resistance of the material....
Experimental Research on the Anti-Reflection Crack Performance of Basalt Fiber Modified Rubber Asphalt Stress-Absorbing Layer
25/04/2024 - Reflection cracks are one of the most common problems in semi-rigid base pavement. Setting a stress absorption layer can effectively delay the occurrence of reflection cracks, but further improvement...
The Influence of the Mechanical Compliance of a Substrate on the Morphology of Nanoporous Gold Thin Films
25/04/2024 - Nanoporous gold (np-Au) has found its use in applications ranging from catalysis to biosensing, where pore morphology plays a critical role in performance. While the morphology evolution of bulk...
Exploring the Effects of Nano-CaCO3 on the Core–Shell Structure and Properties of HDPE/POE/Nano-CaCO3 Ternary Nanocomposites
19/04/2024 - To address the dilemma of the stiffness and toughness properties of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) composites, titanate coupling agent-treated CaCO3 nanoparticles (nano-CaCO3) and...
Preparation and Characterization of Soft-Hard Block Copolymer of 3,4-IP-b-s-1,2-PBD Using a Robust Iron-Based Catalyst System
21/04/2024 - A series of well-defined diblock copolymers, namely, 3,4-polyisoprene-block-syndiotactic-1,2-polybutadiene (3,4-PI-b-s-1,2-PBD), with a soft–hard block sequence were synthesized via an...
High Consistency Silicone Rubber Foams
23/04/2024 - Silicone elastomers are high-performance plastics. In the extrusion process, only high-consistency silicone rubbers were used. In order to reduce the cost and weight, silicone rubbers can be foamed...
Thermal Oxidative Aging and Service Life Prediction of Commercial Ethylene–Propylene–Diene Monomer Spacer Damping Composites for High–Voltage Transmission Lines
24/04/2024 - The aging behavior and life prediction of rubber composites are crucial for ensuring high-voltage transmission line safety. In this study, commercially available...
Measuring Device Detecting Impact Forces on Impact Rollers
23/04/2024 - This paper presents laboratory devices on which measurements were carried out to prove the validity of the assumption about the reduction in vibrations transmitted to the conveyor belt structure...
Enhancing the Strength and the Environmental Performance of Concrete with Pre-Treated Crumb Rubber and Micro-Silica
24/04/2024 - Dumped non-biodegradable tires present a significant environmental threat, with overflowing landfills and associated health risks highlighting the urgency of tire waste disposal. Current disposal...
Improved processability for ultra?high molecular weight polyethylene/polyolefin elastomer composites: Effect of ethylenevinyl acetate copolymer
20/04/2024 - Preparation of (A) Polyolefin elastomer/ethylene vinyl acetate (POE/EVA) films and (B) POE/EVA/ultra?high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) composites with twin screw extrusion and hot?press...
Effects of Solvents on the Material Properties of Screen?Printed Electrodes and a Polydimethylsiloxane Dielectric for Dielectric Elastomer Transducers
17/04/2024 - The article highlights the importance of selecting suitable solvents for electrode manufacturing of dielectric elastomer transducers. Different solvents not only interact differently with the...
Vacuum Thermoforming of Optically Switchable Liquid Crystalline Elastomer Spherical Actuators
16/04/2024 - Liquid crystal elastomer (LCE) actuators are generally limited in shape, size, and quantity by the need for aligning via stretching and fixing via photopolymerizing. We present a thermoplastic LCE...
Effects of biomaterial on the properties of waterborne intumescent fireproof coatings
16/04/2024 - Properties of biopolymers filled rubber compounds cured with sulfur and peroxide curing systems.AbstractRubber compounds based on acrylonitrile?butadiene rubber were filled with biopolymer fillers,...
Molecularly imprinted hydrazidine?derived poly(acrylonitrile?co?divinylbenzene for enantio?recognition of S?fenoprofen
17/04/2024 - Development of co?electrospun membrane poly(L?co?D,L?lactic?acid) and natural rubber with potential application in dermal dressing.AbstractWound healing represents a global challenge for the...