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Materials
Extremely Weak Electro-Optic Kerr Effect in Methyl Silicone Oils
17/04/2024 -
The electro-optical properties of methyl silicone oils with viscosities ranging from 10 to 10,000 cSt have been studied extensively to verify their suitability as immersion liquids. Immersion liquids...
Suitability and Trueness of the Removable Partial Denture Framework Fabricating by Polyether Ether Ketone with CAD-CAM Technology
17/04/2024 -
The object of the study was to evaluate the suitability and trueness of the removable partial denture (RPD) framework fabricated by polyether ether ketone (PEEK) with the CAD-CAM technology in vitro....
Effect of Amino Silicone Oil-Phosphorylation Hybrid Modification on the Properties of Microcellulose Fibers
17/04/2024 -
Microcellulose materials are increasingly considered multifunctional candidates for emerging energy applications. Microcellulose fibers (MCF) are a kind of bio-based reinforcement in composites, and...
OH End-Capped Silicone as an Effective Nucleating Agent for Polylactide—A Robotizing Method for Evaluating the Mechanical Characteristics of PLA/Silicone Blends
18/04/2024 -
Current research on materials engineering focuses mainly on bio-based materials. One of the most frequently studied materials in this group is polylactide (PLA), which is a polymer derived from...
UVC Irradiation as a Surface Treatment of Polycarbonate to Generate Adhesion to Liquid Silicone Rubber in an Overmolding Process
18/04/2024 -
This study investigates the adhesion properties of polycarbonate (PC) and liquid silicone rubbers (LSR) through surface activation using ultraviolet C (UVC) radiation. While self-adhesive LSRs adhere...
Preparation and characterization of halloysite nanotube?silica/silicone rubber composites: Effect of HNTs on mechanical and thermal properties
16/04/2024 -
Preparation of HNTs?SiO2/SR and its properties.A series of halloysite nanotube?silica (HNTs?SiO2) nanocomposite fillers were prepared by in?situ assembly, and a reinforced SiO2/SR composite was...
Successful preparation of a biopolymeric nanocarrier enables controlled release of antinociceptive monoterpene for local pain management after transdermal barrier permeation
12/04/2024 -
Improvement of the heat aging and compression permanent deformation resistance of HNBR by N,N??bismaleimide?4,4??diphenylmethane.AbstractThis paper delves to improve the upper?limit temperature of...
Evaluation of composites based on virgin rubber/devulcanized rubber reinforced with chemically and radiation activated polyurethane scrap for possible applications
13/04/2024 -
Utilization of virgin rubber/devulcanized rubber composite reinforced with activated polyurethane scrap for flexible tiles application.Reusing industrial waste is one of the new tactics being used to...
Physiological and Microbial Community Analysis During Municipal Organic Waste Leachate Treatment by a Sequential Nitrification-Denitrification Process
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The decomposition of municipal organic waste (MOW) results in the generation of gasses and liquid fractions called leachates that may contain high concentrations of organic matter and ammonium...
Acoustic velocity and stability of tissue-mimicking echogenic materials for ultrasound training phantoms
09/04/2024 -
Abstract Purpose. High-fidelity mannequins are increasingly used to train the medical staff on many medical procedures. Lately, a new challenge regarding echogenic...
The Synergistic Effect of Carbon Black/Carbon Nanotube Hybrid Fillers on the Physical and Mechanical Properties of EPDM Composites after Exposure to High-Pressure Hydrogen Gas
11/04/2024 -
This study investigated the synergistic effect of carbon black/multi-wall carbon nanotube (CB/MWCNT) hybrid fillers on the physical and mechanical properties of Ethylene propylene diene rubber (EPDM)...
Honeycomb networks of boron nitride/nanodiamond with interlocking interfaces enhance the application reliability of silicone rubber thermal conductivity composites
10/04/2024 -
The boron nitride/nanodiamond honeycomb networks with interlocking interfaces maintain their high thermal conductivity even after experiencing significant compression and bending.The...
The Impact of Shelf-Life and Storage Conditions on the Accuracy and Performance of Additional Silicone Impression Materials: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
10/04/2024 -
Background Recently, silicone-based impressions have been continuously adopted owing to their excellent elastomeric properties associated with accuracy and detail in reproducing...
3D?Printed Architectured Silicones with Autonomic Self?Healing and Creep?Resistant Behavior
04/04/2024 -
Architectured silicones comprising vitrimer and conventional elastomers are developed to simultaneously achieve creep resistance and autonomic self?heal at room temperature. Self?healing capabilities...
Synergistic flame?retardant effects between silane coupling agents modified expanded graphite and Pt catalyst in silicone rubber composites
06/04/2024 -
In this work, different kinds of silane coupling agents modified expanded graphite (MEG) fillers were successfully prepared and then incorporated into silicon rubber matrix to fabricate...
Heat-resistant luminescent films: a thermal study of fluorene/thiophene copolymer-elastomer blends
08/04/2024 -
The luminescent properties of conjugated copolymers could be harmed due to thermo-oxidative degradation, limiting their applications. To overcome these problems, incorporating flexible and stable...
Effects of fluorene-9-bisphenol exposure on anxiety-like and social behavior in mice and protective potential of exogenous melatonin
04/04/2024 -
Fluorene-9-bisphenol (BHPF) is widely used in the manufacture of plastic products and potentially disrupts several physiological processes, but its biological effects on social behavior remain...
Regenerative Superhydrophobic Coatings for Enhanced Performance and Durability of High-Voltage Electrical Insulators in Cold Climates
02/04/2024 -
Superhydrophobic coatings can be a suitable solution for protecting vulnerable electrical infrastructures in regions with severe meteorological conditions. Regenerative superhydrophobicity, the...
Linear Capacitive Pressure Sensor with Gradient Architecture through Laser Ablation on MWCNT/Ecoflex Film
02/04/2024 -
The practical application of flexible pressure sensors, including electronic skins, wearable devices, human–machine interaction, etc., has attracted widespread attention. However, the...
Conventional Dental Impressions vs. Impressions Reinforced with Rigid Mouthguards
04/04/2024 -
The impression materials utilized today in dental medicine offer a good reproducibility and are easily accepted by patients. However, because they are polymer-based, they have issues regarding their...
Influence of Aeration Rate on Uncoupled Fed Mixed Microbial Cultures for Polyhydroxybutyrate Production
02/04/2024 -
The use of residual streams as feedstock for the production of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) is growing steadily, as it allows the valorization of waste and nutrients otherwise disposed of and the...
