Study on the fracture toughness and deformation micro-mechanisms of PP/EPDM/SiO2 ternary blend-nanocomposites

2019 ◽  
Vol 54 (5) ◽  
pp. 591-605 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Hajibabazadeh ◽  
MK Razavi Aghjeh ◽  
M Palahang
Keyword(s):  
Fracture Resistance ◽  
Ternary Systems ◽  
Ternary Blend ◽  
Binary Blends ◽  
Static Fracture ◽  
Izod Impact ◽  
Fracture Tests ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Work Of Fracture ◽  
Blend Nanocomposites

A detailed fracture analysis of polypropylene/ethylene–propylene–diene monomer rubber/nano-silica (PP/EPDM/SiO2) ternary blend-nanocomposites was conducted through using both Izod impact and quasi-static fracture tests. The phase morphology and the fractured surfaces were evaluated using scanning electron microscopy. Morphological observations revealed that the SiO2 nanoparticles were mainly located either around the EPDM particles or at the PP/EPDM interface. A synergistic effect was observed between the soft EPDM rubber particles and rigid SiO2 filler on activation of different toughening micro-mechanisms, so that the impact strength of the ternary systems was significantly higher than that of corresponding binary blends. This effect was much more significant for percolated morphologies. The concept of the essential work of fracture (EWF) was used to analyze the fracture behavior and toughening/deformation mechanisms of the samples. The percolated structure of the EPDM particles and the SiO2 nanoparticles exhibited superior fracture resistance under EWF fracture tests. Formation of multiple void-fibrillar structures dissipated further energy and significantly improved fracture resistance under EWF tests. It was demonstrated that the toughness and stiffness could successfully be balanced via controlling the microstructure of the ternary systems.

Stiffness-toughness balance in PP/EPDM/SiO2 ternary blend-nanocomposites: The role of microstructural evolution

2020 ◽  
Vol 55 (2) ◽  
pp. 265-275
Author(s):  
S Hajibabazadeh ◽  
MK Razavi Aghjeh ◽  
M Mehrabi Mazidi
Keyword(s):  
Microstructural Evolution ◽  
Composite Structures ◽  
Ternary Systems ◽  
Ternary Blend ◽  
Dispersed Particles ◽  
Stress Concentration Region ◽  
Dispersion State ◽  
Izod Impact ◽  
Blend Nanocomposites

The effect of microstructural evolution with hydrophilic-nanosilica (SiO2) concentration, ranging from 0 to 5 wt%, on mechanical properties and deformation micromechanisms of PP/EPDM/SiO2 (80/20/x) ternary blend-nanocomposites was investigated. Morphological observations revealed that, SiO2 nanoparticles tend to localize either around the dispersed EPDM particles or at the PP/EPDM interface, promoting the formation of three dimentional network-like EPDM/SiO2 composite structures dispersed in the PP matrix, especially at higher SiO2 loadings. This type of dispersion state was further confirmed by the rheological analysis. Synergistic toughening effect of soft EPDM particles and rigid SiO2 particles under Izod impact test was observed in these ternary systems, so that the materials with a better balance of stiffness/toughness were achieved. The results demonstrated that the extent of impact toughness increase is higher, where a large amount of the SiO2 nanoparticles surrounded the EPDM dispersed particles distributed in the PP matrix. This significant increase was attributed to the change in the size of stress concentration region and evolution of stress distribution throughout the material. The failure mechanisms were studied, and the underlying toughening micromechanisms were proposed.

scholarly journals Impact Resistance of Epoxy Composites Reinforced with Amazon Guaruman Fiber: A Brief Report

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (14) ◽  
pp. 2264
Author(s):  
Raphael H. M. Reis ◽  
Fabio C. Garcia Filho ◽  
Larissa F. Nunes ◽  
Veronica S. Candido ◽  
Alisson C. R. Silva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fiber Composite ◽  
Impact Resistance ◽  
Fiber Composites ◽  
Epoxy Composites ◽  
Impact Performance ◽  
Electron Microscopy Analysis ◽  
Ballistic Properties ◽  
Microscopy Analysis ◽  
Izod Impact ◽  
The Impact

Fibers extracted from Amazonian plants that have traditionally been used by local communities to produce simple items such as ropes, nets, and rugs, are now recognized as promising composite reinforcements. This is the case for guaruman (Ischinosiphon körn) fiber, which was recently found to present potential mechanical and ballistic properties as 30 vol% reinforcement of epoxy composites. To complement these properties, Izod impact tests are now communicated in this brief report for similar composites with up to 30 vol% of guaruman fibers. A substantial increase in impact resistance, with over than 20 times the absorbed energy for the 30 vol% guaruman fiber composite, was obtained in comparison to neat epoxy. These results were statistically validated by Weibull analysis, ANOVA, and Tukey’s test. Scanning electron microscopy analysis disclosed the mechanisms responsible for the impact performance of the guaruman fiber composites.

Dependence of Diffusion Paths on Thermodynamic Factors in Ternary Systems

2008 ◽  
Vol 277 ◽  
pp. 119-124 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ü. Ugaste ◽  
J. Priimets ◽  
Tony Laas
Keyword(s):  
Approximate Equation ◽  
Ternary Systems ◽  
Diffusion Path ◽  
Tracer Diffusion ◽  
Diffusion Paths ◽  
Slope Function ◽  
Experimental Values ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Tracer Diffusion Coefficients ◽  
Thermodynamic Factors

The impact of thermodynamic factors on deviation from linearity of diffusion path in the ternary system Cu-Fe-Ni is analyzed. For that the slope function of the diffusion path for the diffusion couples 65Ni30Cu5Fe –29.5Ni16.5Cu54Fe, 49.5Ni50.5Fe – 51Ni49Cu and 84Cu16Ni – 50Ni50Fe, annealed at 1000°C for 196h, were calculated by an approximate equation using only thermodynamic data. Results of the calculation were compared with the values of the slope function obtained directly from experimental data. It is shown that despite of the fact that the tracer diffusion coefficients of the components in the system Cu-Fe-Ni are not equal the coincidence between the calculated and experimental values of the slope function is remarkable. This allows us to conclude that at least in this case the deviation of the diffusion path from linearity depends mainly on the thermodynamic properties of the system.

scholarly journals Fracture resistance and 3D finite element analysis of machined ceramic crowns bonded to endodontically treated molars with two planes versus flat occlusal preparation designs: an in vitro study

F1000Research ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 1020
Author(s):  
Omnia Nabil ◽  
Carl Hany Halim ◽  
Ashraf Hassan Mokhtar
Keyword(s):  
Stress Distribution ◽  
Fracture Resistance ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
3D Finite Element ◽  
Mean Values ◽  
Group I ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Preparation Design ◽  
Distribution Of Stresses

Background: The flat occlusal preparation design (FOD) of posterior teeth offers promising results of fracture resistance and stress distribution, but its application in vital teeth is limited as there may be a danger of pulp injury. Although this danger is omitted in endodontically treated teeth, there is no research work assessing the impact of FOD on the fracture resistance and distribution of stresses among these teeth. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of FOD of endodontically treated molars on the fracture resistance and distribution of stresses among a ceramic crown-molar structure when compared to the two planes occlusal preparation design (TOD). Methods: 20 human mandibular molars were endodontically treated and distributed equally to two groups: Group I (TOD) and Group II (FOD). Ceramic CAD/CAM milled lithium disilicate (IPS e.max CAD) crowns were produced for all preparations and adhered using self-adhesive resin cement. Using a universal testing machine, the fracture resistance test was performed. The fractured samples were examined using a stereomicroscope and scanning electron microscope to determine modes of failure. Stress distribution was evaluated by 3D finite element analysis, which was performed on digital models of endodontically treated mandibular molars (one model for each design). Results: Group II recorded statistically non-significant higher fracture resistance mean values (3107.2± 604.9 N) than Group I mean values (2962.6 ±524.27 N) as indicated by Student’s t-test (t=0.55, p= 0.57). Also, Group II resulted in more favorable failure mode as compared to Group I. Both preparation designs yielded low von-Mises stresses within the factor of safety. However, the stress distribution among different layers of the model differed. Conclusions: FOD having comparable fracture strength to TOD and a more favorable fracture behavior can be used for the preparation of endodontically treated molars.

Quasi-Static Fracture Tests

2012 ◽  
pp. 163-271 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raymond A. Pearson ◽  
Bamber R. K. Blackman ◽  
Raul D. S. G. Campilho ◽  
Marcelo F. S. F. de Moura ◽  
Nuno M. M. Dourado ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Static Fracture ◽  
Fracture Tests

Impact Strength of High Density Solid-State Microcellular Polycarbonate Foams

2000 ◽  
Vol 123 (2) ◽  
pp. 229-233 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chris Barlow ◽  
Vipin Kumar ◽  
Brian Flinn ◽  
Rajendra K. Bordia ◽  
John Weller
Keyword(s):  
Solid State ◽  
Impact Strength ◽  
Cell Size ◽  
High Density ◽  
Gas Content ◽  
Impact Behavior ◽  
Strong Function ◽  
Impact Tests ◽  
Izod Impact ◽  
The Impact

The effect of density (relative densities 0.33 to 0.90) on the impact behavior of microcellular polycarbonate (PC) was investigated. Cell size and foaming gas content were also considered. Flexed-beam Izod impact tests were conducted and the impact strength of these foams appears to be a strong function of both density and cell size. The impact strength was observed to improve over the unprocessed polycarbonate’s impact strength for foams with relative densities of 60 percent and above. In terms of cell size, the impact strength increased with increasing cell size at a given density.

Evaluation of fracture resistance of ceramics: Edge fracture tests

2007 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 315-320 ◽  
Author(s):  
George Gogotsi ◽  
Sergey Mudrik ◽  
Vasily Galenko
Keyword(s):  
Fracture Resistance ◽  
Edge Fracture ◽  
Fracture Tests

Effect of Notch Depth on the Butt-Joint under Izod Impact Test with Material Properties and Mechanics Analysis

2013 ◽  
Vol 644 ◽  
pp. 197-200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiao Ling Zheng ◽  
Mei Li ◽  
Min You ◽  
Wen Jun Liu ◽  
Kai Liu
Keyword(s):  
Impact Test ◽  
Impact Load ◽  
Peak Stress ◽  
Butt Joint ◽  
Notch Depth ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Adhesively Bonded ◽  
Izod Impact ◽  
Depth Increase ◽  
The Impact

The effect of the notch depth on the impact toughness of the adhesively bonded steel butt joint under Izod impact test is studied using both the finite element method and experimental method. The results obtained from numerical simulation showed that the response time with the peak stress Seqv occurred becomes little longer when the notch depth increased from 2 mm to 8 mm. And a negative longitudinal stress occurred when there is an 8 mm depth notch which might be beneficial to subject impact load. The results from the experiments showed that the effect of notch depth is evidently on the Izod impact properties. The impact energy absorbed by unit area of joint is increased as the notch depth increase

scholarly journals Effect of Mold Temperature on the Impact Behavior and Morphology of Injection Molded Foams Based on Polypropylene Polyethylene–Octene Copolymer Blends

Polymers ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 894 ◽  
Author(s):  
Santiago Muñoz-Pascual ◽  
Eduardo Lopez-Gonzalez ◽  
Cristina Saiz-Arroyo ◽  
Miguel Angel Rodriguez-Perez
Keyword(s):  
Impact Resistance ◽  
Mold Temperature ◽  
Impact Behavior ◽  
Critical Parameters ◽  
Crystalline Morphology ◽  
Copolymer Blends ◽  
Opposite Trend ◽  
Izod Impact ◽  
Injection Molded ◽  
The Impact

In this work, an isotactic polypropylene (PP) and a polyethylene–octene copolymer (POE) have been blended and injection-molded, obtaining solids and foamed samples with a relative density of 0.76. Different mold temperature and injection temperature were used. The Izod impact strength was measured. For solids, higher mold temperature increased the impact resistance, whereas in foams, the opposite trend was observed. In order to understand the reasons of this behavior, the morphology of the elastomeric phase, the crystalline morphology and the cellular structure have been studied. The presence of the elastomer near the skin in the case of high mold temperature can explain the improvement produced with a high mold temperature in solids. For foams, aspects as the elastomer coarsening in the core of the sample or the presence of a thicker solid skin are the critical parameters that justify the improved behavior of the materials produced with a lower mold temperature.

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