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Petra Pötschke , Timo Andres , Tobias Villmow , Harald Brünig , Kazufumi Kobashi , Dieter Fischer , Liane Häussler, May 2010
Poly (lactic acid) (PLA)/multiwalled carbon nanotube (MWNT) fibers melt spun with different take-up velocities were investigated with respect to their liquid sensing properties. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and
RAMAN spectroscopy indicated enhanced MWNT
orientation along the fiber axis when processed with
increased take-up velocity. The composite materials were
produced using twin screw extrusion with MWNT
contents ranging from 0.5 to 5.0 wt%. The electrical
resistance change of the fibers caused by contact with
different solvents was recorded for immersion/drying
cycles. The fibers sensitivity towards resistance change
during solvent contact decreased with higher MWNT
orientation in the fibers due to increased take-up velocity
and increasing MWNT content.
Petra Pötschke , Timo Andres , Tobias Villmow , Harald Brünig , Kazufumi Kobashi , Dieter Fischer , Liane Häussler, May 2010
Poly (lactic acid) (PLA)/multiwalled carbon nanotube (MWNT) fibers melt spun with different take-up velocities were investigated with respect to their liquid sensing properties. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and RAMAN spectroscopy indicated enhanced MWNT orientation along the fiber axis when processed with increased take-up velocity. The composite materials were produced using twin screw extrusion with MWNT contents ranging from 0.5 to 5.0 wt%. The electrical resistance change of the fibers caused by contact with different solvents was recorded for immersion/drying cycles. The fibers sensitivity towards resistance change during solvent contact decreased with higher MWNT orientation in the fibers due to increased take-up velocity and increasing MWNT content.
Benjamin Poon Patricia Ansems , Jeffery Weinhold , Gary Marchand, May 2010
The structure-property-processing relationships of partially hydrogenated styrene/ethylene-butylene/styrene block copolymer (SEBS) / olefin block copolymer (OBC) blends were studied. Morphological results revealed that the OBC formed an immiscible blend with SEBS. In SEBS rich compositions adding OBC had minimal impact on physical properties such as tensile behavior.However the addition of an OBC greatly lowered melt viscosity improving processability and high temperature compression set. In OBC rich blends the addition of SEBS imparted stronger strain hardening to OBC.
Koffi L. Dagnon, Hua H. Chen, Lucia H. Innocentini-Mei, Nandika A. D’Souza, May 2010
Results of an in-depth study of hydrolysis testing on the mechanical performance, weight change, and dimensional stability of injection moulded glass-fiber reinforced polyamide 66 automotive composites are presented. Composite and resin samples have been characterised after conditioning in water-glycol mixtures at 70?øC, 120?øC and 150?øC for a range of times up to 1000 hours. The results reveal that hydrothermal ageing results in significant changes in the mechanical performance, weight, and dimensions of these materials. Mechanical performance after conditioning at different temperatures could be superimposed when considered as a function of the level of fluid absorbed by the composite matrix.
Koffi L. Dagnon , Hua H. Chen , Lucia H. Innocentini-Mei , Nandika A. D’Souza, May 2010
Poly (3-hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) /Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) nanocomposites were prepared by solution intercalation. The structure thermophysical and mechanical properties were studied by means of X-ray diffraction scanning electron microscopy differential scanning calorimetry thermogravimetry analysis dynamic mechanical analysis and mechanical testing. Experimental data showed that intercalated nanocomposites were obtained the melting temperature and enthalpy of melting were decreased and the mechanical and thermomechanical properties were improved. (Ref.6)
CorecellTM is a unique SAN structural foam successfully used in the Wind Energy and Marine markets. Corecell's density can be controlled by different formulation and process parameters such as cross-linking agent, expansion time or temperature. The foam mechanical properties are also affected by each of these variables and therefore the relationship between density, properties and formulation is complex.
This article describes these relationships and how Gurit has used this knowledge to develop the new CorecellTM M-foam.
Sriram Ambadapadi, Koffi Dagnon, Ali Shaito, Sunny M. Ogbomo, Maham Rahimic, Kytai Nguyenc, Paul S. Braterman, Nandika Anne D’Souza, May 2010
The effect of processing on electrical and mechanical properties of linear low density polyethylene composites reinforced by mesophase pitch-based carbon fibers, carbon nanofibers and helically coiled carbon nanotubes was studied. Batch mixing and twin-screw extrusion was used for melt-mixing the matrix and the filler. Optical microscopy and scanning electron microscopy were used for assessing the morphology. In general, the electrostatic dissipation, electrical conductivity, modulus and yield stress increase with increasing filler content; however, tensile strength and elongation-at-break decrease. The type of filler and its dispersion affected the final properties.
Sriram Ambadapadi , Koffi Dagnon , Ali Shaito , Sunny M. Ogbomo , Maham Rahimi , Kytai Nguyen , Paul S.
Braterman , Nandika Anne D’Souza, May 2010
The purpose of this research was to study the intercalation of the anions of Ibuprofen non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) ??-methyl-4-(2- methylpropyl)-benzene acetic acid into a layer double hydroxide (Zn-Al LDH) to form a new organic-inorganic hybrid intercalated material and the formation of nanocomposite with Poly (l-Lactic acid) (PLLA). The synthesis was achieved through two steps. The first step is the modification of layer double hydroxide with Ibuprofen anions. The second is the dispersion of the LDH into PLLA. The resulting organo-inorganic hybrid material was characterized by X-ray Diffraction (XRD) Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and Tensile Test. X-ray diffraction evinces the presence of dispersion of LDH and intercalation.
The 3D models of gating system, ejection
mechanisms and cooling system of the mouse shell for
injection mold are designed by using Pro/ENGINEER
software. MOLDFLOW software is utilized for CAE
analysis. Three schemes are obtained by changing the
injection molding process conditions, improving the gate
location and cooling system. After comparing the volume
shrinkage during injection, shrink marks index, filling
time, all the factors leading to the total deformation of the
products and the clamping force, the best scheme is
obtained. The results showed that simulation analysis
method can not only improve the successful probability of
mold trial, but also shorten the production development
cycle of developing product.
Darrin Willis , Remon Pop-Iliev , Scott Nokleby, May 2010
Metallic robotic arms currently dominate in industry but due to their intrinsic weight have limited usefulness for large-scale applications in terms of precision and speed.This research work investigates the feasibility of using solid or cellular polymeric composite materials or a combination thereof for the construction of long-reach robotic arms.This paper summarizes the preliminary study of the crosssectional geometry of the links in terms of stiffness-andstrength- to-weight ratios that would be capable of preserving high precision under time-dependent external excitations.
In this paper, we report a systematic investigation of the morphology of sulfonated styrenic pentablock copolymer solutions and membranes obtained from Kraton Polymers LLC. Small angle x-ray scattering (SAXS) revealed that all the solutions exhibited isotropic micellar morphology. The solution SAXS data was modeled using the Kinning-Thomas model to obtain radius of micelle core, aggregation number, radius of closest approach between two micelles, volume fraction of micelles, and volume fraction of solvent in micelle corona. In contrast, the membranes exhibited anisotropic morphology with different d-spacings in-plane and through-plane.
The Sun is providing the Earth with an enormous
amount of energy, approximately 200ƒ??000 times the capacity
of the total energy production facilities. Only a very small
amount of this energy is used. Hence the thought of
developing a device that effectively and cheaply harvests the
solar energy is very attractive. There is a line of problems
connected with using the solar energy. Firstly the averaged
yearly local intensity is varying from less than 100Wmƒ??2 to a
little more than 300Wmƒ??2. This means that sunlight must be
collected over a very large area in order to produce an
amount of electrical energy comparable with that consumed
by a city, fabric or even a house. Secondly the energy of the
sunlight cannot be directly used in any way. Therefore,
turning the radiative solar energy into a more useable energy
type is the primary objective. There exists two different
approaches to this problem but with either approach a rather
large amount of the radiative energy is lost in the conversion.
ƒ?› Conversion into thermal energy.
ƒ?› Conversion into electrical energy.
The solar light is converted into thermal energy when
interacting with matter. This can be used for heating water
and house warming etc. The applications are naturally limited
as a very large part of our energy consumption is electrical
energy. The silicon solar cell (SSC) has been and is the most
used way to convert solar energy into electrical energy. A
short summary of the history and basic physical principles of
the silicon solar cells is presented in the following sections
Hsuan-Liang Lin, Ming-Chang Jeng, Shia-Chung Chen, May 2010
Now internet is a very important source that we get the new knowledge, and e-learning is a popular type of learning new technology or existed knowledge. This study developed an e-learning system of injection molding by the standard of SCORM 2004. A learner can attend class by a computer with a network without the limitation of time or places. We let 32 persons of using the system to learn for test-retest experiment. And using paired samples t-test to analyze the results of the experiment can get that t-value is -14.182 and p value is smaller than 0.05.
Steven Wong , John Lee , Hani E. Naguib , C. B. Park, May 2010
In this study mechanical properties of injection molded Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) foams were investigated. Closed cell TPO foams were prepared using injection molding process. Tensile properties impact resistance of various injection molded TPO samples were correlated with different foam morphologies. The findings show that the mechanical properties were significantly affected by the foam morphologies. The experimental results obtained from this study can be used to predict the microstructure and mechanical properties of cellular injection molded TPO foams prepared with different processing parameters
Agustín Torres, Joel Bohórquez, Willian Noriega, May 2010
New ionomers have been developed to afford exceptional soft feel, high flexibility, and good scratch resistance. The thermoplastic characteristics enable ease of melt processing, good adhesion to various substrates, HF weldability, and deep draw thermal forming. The new ionomer is optically clear and glossy, and can be colored and printed. It has good compatibility with various pigments and additives for enhanced esthetic effects and outdoor weatherability. The soft feel and scratch resistance, coupled with the versatile processibility, make the new ionomers well-suited for protective and decorative applications. It contains no intentionally added halogen and can be recycled or incinerated to serve as an environmentally friendly alternative to flexible PVC or a lower cost alternative to flexible TPU.
Agustín Torres , Joel Bohórquez , Willian Noriega, May 2010
Plastic films properties are very sensitive to
evaluation conditions and other factors that are present
during tensile testing procedures. A study of standard
tensile test results variation was performed on extruded
HDPE films in order to determine which factors have
greater influence on repeatability and how to reduce their
influences. Finite element simulations were used as a tool
understand the sources of variations. Three HDPE resins
from different manufactures with similar properties were
selected as samples and two testing machine operators
were considered in the analysis. Other variables such as
film blowing conditions and sample geometry were also
considered in the study.
Agustín Torres , Joel Bohórquez , Willian Noriega, May 2010
Plastic films properties are very sensitive to evaluation conditions and other factors that are present during tensile testing procedures. A study of standard tensile test results variation was performed on extruded HDPE films in order to determine which factors have greater influence on repeatability and how to reduce their influences. Finite element simulations were used as a tool understand the sources of variations. Three HDPE resins from different manufactures with similar properties were selected as samples and two testing machine operators were considered in the analysis. Other variables such as film blowing conditions and sample geometry were also considered in the study.
Penwisa Pisitsak, Rathanawan Magaraphan, Sadhan C. Jana, May 2010
A thermotropic liquid crystalline polymer (LCP) was introduced into the composites of polycarbonate (PC) and multi-walled carbon nanotube (CNT) with the goal of improving electrical conductivity and mechanical properties. It was hypothesized that double percolation networks would be produced first from aligned, continuous fibrils of LCP and then by CNT networks within LCP fibrils. Two grades of LCP were chosen: Vectra A950 (VA950), and Vectra V400P (V400P) from Hoechst Celanese. The CNT used was Baytubes, C-150P and the PC used was Lexan 121. The compounds were prepared by melt-blending in a twin-screw mini-compounder and injection molded using a mini-injection molder. The LCP content was kept at 20 wt% and the CNT contents were varied from 0.5 to 15 wt%. Only PC/VA950 blend showed fibrils of LCP. However, these fibrils turned into droplets with the addition of CNT. Results from TEM showed that CNT preferentially located inside the LCP domains as predicted from the value of spreading coefficient. The electrical conductivity showed the following order (the numbers in parenthesis are electrical percolation threshold): PC/CNT (2%) > PC/VA950P/CNT (3%) > PC/V400P/CNT (4%). The resulting discontinuity of the LCP droplet phase with CNTs located inside disrupted the electrically conductive pathways and resulted in lower electrical conductivity values. The value of storage modulus showed improvement by the addition of CNT and VA950.
Koffi L. Dagnon, Clark Robinson, Hua H. Chen, Nandika A. D’Souza, May 2010
Surface of the multi walled carbon nanotubes was modified by purification with strong acid mixture followed by treatment with poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG). Poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) based conductive polymer composites were prepared with untreated and modified carbon nanotubes by using a twin screw extruder. Carbon nanotube characterization methods showed the formation of new functional groups on carbon nanotube surface after purification and chemical treatment. Surface modification of the carbon nanotubes increased the tensile strength of the composites.
Gheorghe Cojocariu , Chris Blubaugh , Douglas G. Hamilton, May 2010
Weathering of transparent materials based on polycarbonate homopolymer and a new improved weatherability resorcinol arylate copolymer have been investigated under the exposure of various high intensity discharge (HID) light sources. The effect of lighting fixture design variables such as bulb type wattage and bulb to lens distance onto the material performance as a lens or refractor has been correlated with the amount of UV and the temperature at which the material is exposed.A model that can predict the material photoyellowing based on the exposure conditions has been developed.
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