Pull-out resistance of shape memory alloy nickel-titanium ribbons embedded in silicone matrix for development of flexible composites

2020 ◽  
pp. 1045389X2095710
Author(s):  
Gleryston Thiago Gomes da Silva ◽  
Estephanie Nobre Dantas Grassi ◽  
Wanderley Ferreira de Amorim ◽  
Carlos José de Araújo
Keyword(s):  
Shape Memory ◽  
Silicone Rubber ◽  
Smart Materials ◽  
Flexible Structures ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Adhesion Promoter ◽  
Niti Wire ◽  
Flexible Composites ◽  
Pull Out ◽  
Silicone Matrix

Active flexible composites can be developed through the coupling of silicone matrices and smart materials such as NiTi shape memory alloys (SMA). This work evaluates the mechanical behavior and adhesion of NiTi SMA ribbons embedded in a silicone matrix for the development of active flexible composites. Ribbons with cross-section of 0.15 × 0.8 mm2 were cold-rolled from superelastic NiTi wires with 0.4 mm in diameter. These ribbons were heat treated to either obtain characteristics of superelasticity (SE) or shape memory effect (SME) at room temperature. Silicone, NiTi wire, and ribbons were characterized by Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA), and tensile tests. Adhesion between SMA ribbons and silicone matrix was evaluated with pull-out tests. The use of an adhesion promoter proved to be indispensable to ensure a good pull-out strength and shear stress at the NiTi ribbon and silicone interface. A silicone rubber cylinder with an embedded SME ribbon was built to evaluate the functionality of the NiTi ribbon in the development of flexible structures, which was demonstrated by the resistive heating and deformation of the SMA/silicone rubber composite.

Fabrication and Characterization of Cu-14Al-3.5Ni Shape Memory Alloys by Ingot Metallurgy

2005 ◽  
Vol 888 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Jai Ganesh ◽  
Arunya Suresh
Keyword(s):  
Shape Memory Alloys ◽  
Shape Memory ◽  
Smart Materials ◽  
Optical Emission ◽  
Functional Materials ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Rolled Strip ◽  
Ingot Metallurgy ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Electric Resistance Furnace

ABSTRACTShape Memory Alloys (SMAs) are versatile functional materials with an I.Q of their own. This class of SMART Materials exhibit unique properties like superelasticity and shape memory effect (SME) which have made them suitable for potential applications. Although Ni-Ti SMAs have attracted attention ever since their inception in 1962, Cu based SMAs due to their ease in fabrication, cost effectiveness and high temperature properties are gaining immense popularity. This research aimed at the fabrication of Cu-14 Al-3.5 Ni (wt %) Shape Memory Alloy by a simple cost effective route and its characterization to correlate its structure and properties. The alloy of desired composition was melted in an Electric Resistance Furnace at 1473 K and cast in a metallic mould. Homogenization was carried out at 1123 K for twenty four hours followed by analysis of chemical composition by Optical Emission Spectroscopy. Transformation temperatures of the alloy were determined using Differential Scanning Calorimetry. Heat treatment operations were carried out at 1273 K for one hour followed by quenching in different media. Optical and SEM micrographs were taken at various magnifications and the formation of self accommodating martensite was observed which was further confirmed by X-Ray Diffraction technique. Further improvements in the mechanical properties of the alloy by quaternary additions of Mn and Ti have been cited. Finally, SME was observed in a rolled strip of the alloy, thus concreting the obtained results.

Excimer Laser Treatment of Steel Fibers for Improved Adhesion to Silicone Rubber

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erol Sancaktar ◽  
Xiaoxiao Liu
Keyword(s):  
Adhesion Strength ◽  
Silicone Rubber ◽  
Bonding Strength ◽  
Test Method ◽  
Rubber Matrix ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Silicon Rubber ◽  
Pull Out ◽  
The Matrix ◽  
Laser Treatments

Abstract Former investigators observed characteristic laser-induced structure on synthetic fibers and steel cord surfaces after irradiation, which is considered by us as an advantageous factor in developing bonding strength of fiber-elastomer composites. We applied various UV laser treatments on the surfaces of steel fiber in order to obtain similar topographic features. Surface modification was observed under scanning electron microscope (SEM). In consideration as factors in bonding strength, mechanical properties of the matrix elastomer (silicon rubber) had been tested in addition to its thermal properties by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and Carbon Black (CB) filler dispersion properties by atomic force microscopy (AFM). As the main test for adhesion strength, we performed a fiber pull-out test method developed by our research group for bonding strength of cord fibers to silicon rubber in both neat and CB filled forms for comparison purposes. Our experiment results revealed better adhesion strength when using silicone rubber matrix reinforced with CB.

scholarly journals Behaviour of NiTi SMA Helical Springs under Different Temperatures and Deflections

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Santhanam ◽  
Y. Krishna ◽  
M. S. Sivakumar
Keyword(s):  
Shape Memory ◽  
Smart Materials ◽  
Shape Recovery ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Helical Springs ◽  
Heating And Cooling ◽  
Niti Sma ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Sma Spring ◽  
Sma Helical Spring

Shape memory alloys (SMAs) are one of the most widely used smart materials in many applications because of their shape memory effect property. In this work, the behaviour of NiTi SMA helical spring was evaluated through isothermal force-displacement experiment (IFDE) and shape recovery force experiment (SRFE). The transformation temperatures of SMA spring were determined by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) test. In situ heating of SMA spring by direct electric current was used instead of conventional furnace heating. The continuous measurement of temperature of SMA spring during heating and cooling was ensured with attaching the thermocouple by heat shrinkable sleeve. From IFDE, the force-deflection behaviour under different constant temperatures and from SRFE and the force-temperature behaviour under different constant deflections are obtained. The results of IFDE show that the force increases and the residual displacement decreases with an increase in the temperature, and the stiffness of the spring at austenite state is greater than that at martensitic state. The results of SRFE show that the shape recovery force increases more or less linearly with an increase in the initial deflection for the same temperature range. But the shape recovery forces are not similar during heating and cooling stages. This paper presents the experimental setup, experimental procedures, and the observed behaviour of SMA helical springs under different temperatures and deflections.

Vibration Attenuation in an Epoxy Smart Composite Beam with Embedded NiTi Shape Memory Wires

2010 ◽  
Vol 643 ◽  
pp. 7-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rômulo Pierre Batista Dos Reis ◽  
Cícero da Rocha Souto ◽  
Carlos José de Araújo ◽  
Antonio Almeida Silva ◽  
Edson Paulo da Silva
Keyword(s):  
Shape Memory ◽  
Smart Materials ◽  
Electrical Heating ◽  
Smart Composite ◽  
Niti Wire ◽  
Responsive Materials ◽  
Temperature Changes ◽  
Niti Sma ◽  
Vibration Attenuation ◽  
Active Composite

Shape memory alloys (SMA) are thermo-responsive materials where deformation can be induced and recovered through temperature changes. Therefore, SMA are considered smart materials. In this work, an epoxy beam reinforced by NiTi SMA wires was developed. This active composite contains five pre-trained NiTi SMA wire actuators, evenly distributed along the neutral plane of the epoxy beam, which can be activated by resistive heating. The results of different ways for electrical activation of the smart composite in a simply clamped mode are discussed. It was possible to demonstrate the viability of this concept for attenuation of mechanical vibrations by controlled electrical heating of the NiTi wire actuators.

scholarly journals Effect of Nanofiller Content on Dynamic Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube and Montmorillonite Nanoclay Filler Hybrid Shape Memory Epoxy Composites

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 700
Author(s):  
Muhamad Hasfanizam Mat Yazik ◽  
Mohamed Thariq Hameed Sultan ◽  
Mohammad Jawaid ◽  
Abd Rahim Abu Talib ◽  
Norkhairunnisa Mazlan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shape Memory ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Loss Modulus ◽  
Decomposition Temperature ◽  
Hybrid Nanocomposites ◽  
Mechanical And Thermal Properties ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Hybrid Filler ◽  
Dynamic Mechanical ◽  
Tan Δ

The aim of the present study has been to evaluate the effect of hybridization of montmorillonite (MMT) and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) on the thermal and viscoelastic properties of shape memory epoxy polymer (SMEP) nanocomposites. In this study, ultra-sonication was utilized to disperse 1%, 3%, and 5% MMT in combination with 0.5%, 1%, and 1.5% MWCNT into the epoxy system. The fabricated SMEP hybrid nanocomposites were characterized via differential scanning calorimetry, dynamic mechanical analysis, and thermogravimetric analysis. The storage modulus (E’), loss modulus (E”), tan δ, decomposition temperature, and decomposition rate, varied upon the addition of the fillers. Tan δ indicated a reduction of glass transition temperature (Tg) for all the hybrid SMEP nanocomposites. 3% MMT/1% MWCNT displayed best overall performance compared to other hybrid filler concentrations and indicated a better mechanical property compared to neat SMEP. These findings open a way to develop novel high-performance composites for various potential applications, such as morphing structures and actuators, as well as biomedical devices.

scholarly journals Dynamic Single-Fiber Pull-Out of Polypropylene Fibers Produced with Different Mechanical and Surface Properties for Concrete Reinforcement

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 722
Author(s):  
Enrico Wölfel ◽  
Harald Brünig ◽  
Iurie Curosu ◽  
Viktor Mechtcherine ◽  
Christina Scheffler
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Dynamic Loading ◽  
Melt Spinning ◽  
Structural Changes ◽  
High Surface ◽  
Single Fiber ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Matrix Interaction ◽  
Pull Out ◽  
Fiber Matrix

In strain-hardening cement-based composites (SHCC), polypropylene (PP) fibers are often used to provide ductility through micro crack-bridging, in particular when subjected to high loading rates. For the purposeful material design of SHCC, fundamental research is required to understand the failure mechanisms depending on the mechanical properties of the fibers and the fiber–matrix interaction. Hence, PP fibers with diameters between 10 and 30 µm, differing tensile strength levels and Young’s moduli, but also circular and trilobal cross-sections were produced using melt-spinning equipment. The structural changes induced by the drawing parameters during the spinning process and surface modification by sizing were assessed in single-fiber tensile experiments and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) of the fiber material. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM) and contact angle measurements were applied to determine the topographical and wetting properties of the fiber surface. The fiber–matrix interaction under quasi-static and dynamic loading was studied in single-fiber pull-out experiments (SFPO). The main findings of microscale characterization showed that increased fiber tensile strength in combination with enhanced mechanical interlocking caused by high surface roughness led to improved energy absorption under dynamic loading. Further enhancement could be observed in the change from a circular to a trilobal fiber cross-section.

Effects of Annealing on Microstructure and Martensitic Transition of Ni-Mn-Co-In Ferromagnetic Shape Memory Alloys

2011 ◽  
Vol 674 ◽  
pp. 171-175
Author(s):  
Katarzyna Bałdys ◽  
Grzegorz Dercz ◽  
Łukasz Madej
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Shape Memory Alloys ◽  
Shape Memory ◽  
Smart Materials ◽  
Martensitic Transition ◽  
Magnetic Shape Memory ◽  
Ferromagnetic Shape Memory Alloys ◽  
Initial State ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Ferromagnetic Shape Memory

The ferromagnetic shape memory alloys (FSMA) are relatively the brand new smart materials group. The most interesting issue connected with FSMA is magnetic shape memory, which gives a possibility to achieve relatively high strain (over 8%) caused by magnetic field. In this paper the effect of annealing on the microstructure and martensitic transition on Ni-Mn-Co-In ferromagnetic shape memory alloy has been studied. The alloy was prepared by melting of 99,98% pure Ni, 99,98% pure Mn, 99,98% pure Co, 99,99% pure In. The chemical composition, its homogeneity and the alloy microstructure were characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The phase composition was also studied by X-ray analysis. The transformation course and characteristic temperatures were determined by the use of differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and magnetic balance techniques. The results show that Tc of the annealed sample was found to decrease with increasing the annealing temperature. The Ms and Af increases with increasing annealing temperatures and showed best results in 1173K. The studied alloy exhibits a martensitic transformation from a L21 austenite to a martensite phase with a 7-layer (14M) and 5-layer (10M) modulated structure. The lattice constants of the L21 (a0) structure determined by TEM and X-ray analysis in this alloy were a0=0,4866. The TEM observation exhibit that the studied alloy in initial state has bigger accumulations of 10M and 14M structures as opposed from the annealed state.

Modeling of Electrical Resistivity Evolution Using Free Energy Analysis for NiTi Shape Memory Alloy Wires

2011 ◽  
Vol 311-313 ◽  
pp. 2282-2285
Author(s):  
Jian Jun Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Electrical Resistivity ◽  
Free Energy ◽  
Shape Memory Alloy ◽  
Shape Memory ◽  
Free Energy Change ◽  
Energy Change ◽  
Niti Shape Memory Alloy ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Free Energy Analysis

This paper presents a transformation kinetics model of NiTi shape memory alloy (SMA) wires based on electrical resistivity (ER) derivative study under the assumption that the derivative of electrical resistivity with respect to temperature is in linear relationship with the derivative of free energy change with respect to temperature. Free energy change and electrical resistivity properties of SMA are analyzed based on differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) experiments during phase transformation. The simulated evolution of electrical resistivity during thermomechanical transformation is presented using the proposed model.

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