Environmental Effects on the Static and Fatigue Behaviours of Hemp Fibre under Tensile Loading

2015 ◽  
Vol 798 ◽  
pp. 410-418
Author(s):  
Anh Dung Ngo ◽  
Thu Nga Ho ◽  
Khalid Sefrioui Manar
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Moisture Content ◽  
Failure Modes ◽  
Harmful Effect ◽  
Tensile Loading ◽  
Ambient Air ◽  
Absorption Mechanism ◽  
Hemp Fibre ◽  
Temperature And Humidity ◽  
Static Tensile

Environmental and loading mode effects on the tensile properties of Hemp fibre were investigated. At first, absorption of moisture into the fibre from ambient air and absorption of water into the fibre in immersion were studied. Then static and cyclic loadings tensile tests were conducted in various temperature and humidity conditions. It was found that, in ambient air (0% < RH < 80%) the moisture content of the studied fibre decreased with the increase of temperature conformed to the GAB model suggesting a multilayer absorption mechanism. On the contrary, for the fibre immersed in water, the moisture content increased with the increase of temperature. The activation of temperature on the diffusion of the water into the fibre by micro-pores and lumens jointly with the lack of possibility for the imprisoned water to evaporate might be the cause of this effect. Experimental results suggested that temperature and humidity could individually reduce the mechanical properties of Hemp fibre. Their interaction caused even a more harmful effect. Semi empirical and neural networks were used to predict the hygro-thermal effects on the mechanical properties under static tensile loading. Broken surfaces of the specimens were also examined showing different failure modes for static and cyclic tensile loadings. Finally, the value of the cellulose micro-fibrils angle (MFA) estimated using the static tensile stress-strain curve was 8.4o±1.9o.

Effect of temperature and geometrical parameters on mechanical properties of pin-loaded fiber metal laminate joints

2017 ◽  
Vol 51 (22) ◽  
pp. 3163-3173 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shiming Zu ◽  
Zhengong Zhou ◽  
Yuan Zhao ◽  
Jipeng Zhang ◽  
Jiazhen Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Failure Modes ◽  
Tensile Tests ◽  
Effect Of Temperature ◽  
Geometrical Parameters ◽  
Fiber Metal Laminate ◽  
Static Tensile ◽  
Failure Loads ◽  
Fiber Metal ◽  
Loaded Fiber

To investigate the effect of temperature and geometrical parameters on the mechanical properties of pin-loaded fiber metal laminate joints, experiments were performed by means of static tensile tests. The joints of varied width-to-diameter ratios ( W/ D = 2, 3, 4) and edge distance-to-diameter ratios ( E/ D = 1, 2, 3, 4) were experimentally investigated at room temperature. It was found that ultimate failure load increased with the increase of the ratio of W/ D or E/ D. The dominant failure mode was bearing failure. Shear-out and net-tension failures were more easily caused as the pin hole was located closer to the edge of the specimen. Also, to explore the effect of temperature on the bearing responses of fiber metal laminate joints, three typical joint configurations ( W/ D = 4, E/ D = 4; W/ D = 4, E/ D = 1; and W/ D = 2, E/ D = 4) were tested at high temperature, which ranged from 40℃ to 120℃. The test results clearly show that failure loads of joint decrease with the increase of the test temperature. The failure modes of the fiber metal laminate joints were predominantly affected by high test temperatures. The present work provides supporting information for the design of the fiber metal laminate joints.

scholarly journals Experimental Study on the Mechanical Properties and Compression Size Effect of Recycled Aggregate Concrete

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (9) ◽  
pp. 2323
Author(s):  
Yubing Du ◽  
Zhiqing Zhao ◽  
Qiang Xiao ◽  
Feiting Shi ◽  
Jianming Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Size Effect ◽  
Compressive Stress ◽  
Failure Modes ◽  
Recycled Concrete ◽  
Recycled Aggregate Concrete ◽  
Recycled Aggregate ◽  
Aggregate Concrete ◽  
Substitution Ratio ◽  
The Impact

To explore the basic mechanical properties and size effects of recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) with different substitution ratios of coarse recycled concrete aggregates (CRCAs) to replace natural coarse aggregates (NCA), the failure modes and mechanical parameters of RAC under different loading conditions including compression, splitting tensile resistance and direct shear were compared and analyzed. The conclusions drawn are as follows: the failure mechanisms of concrete with different substitution ratios of CRCAs are similar; with the increase in substitution ratio, the peak compressive stress and peak tensile stress of RAC decrease gradually, the splitting limit displacement decreases, and the splitting tensile modulus slightly increases; with the increase in the concrete cube’s side length, the peak compressive stress of RAC declines gradually, but the integrity after compression is gradually improved; and the increase in the substitution ratio of the recycled aggregate reduces the impact of the size effect on the peak compressive stress of RAC. Furthermore, an influence equation of the coupling effect of the substitution ratio and size effect on the peak compressive stress of RAC was quantitatively established. The research results are of great significance for the engineering application of RAC and the strength selection of RAC structure design.

scholarly journals Symmetric Nature of Stress Distribution in the Elastic-Plastic Range of Pinus L. Pine Wood Samples Determined Experimentally and Using the Finite Element Method (FEM)

Symmetry ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 39
Author(s):  
Łukasz Warguła ◽  
Dominik Wojtkowiak ◽  
Mateusz Kukla ◽  
Krzysztof Talaśka
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Stress Distribution ◽  
Moisture Content ◽  
Tool Geometry ◽  
Wood Fibers ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Plastic Deformations ◽  
Pine Wood ◽  
Elastic Plastic

This article presents the results of experimental research on the mechanical properties of pine wood (Pinus L. Sp. Pl. 1000. 1753). In the course of the research process, stress-strain curves were determined for cases of tensile, compression and shear of standardized shapes samples. The collected data set was used to determine several material constants such as: modulus of elasticity, shear modulus or yield point. The aim of the research was to determine the material properties necessary to develop the model used in the finite element analysis (FEM), which demonstrates the symmetrical nature of the stress distribution in the sample. This model will be used to analyze the process of grinding wood base materials in terms of the peak cutting force estimation and the tool geometry influence determination. The main purpose of the developed model will be to determine the maximum stress value necessary to estimate the destructive force for the tested wood sample. The tests were carried out for timber of around 8.74% and 19.9% moisture content (MC). Significant differences were found between the mechanical properties of wood depending on moisture content and the direction of the applied force depending on the arrangement of wood fibers. Unlike other studies in the literature, this one relates to all three stress states (tensile, compression and shear) in all significant directions (anatomical). To verify the usability of the determined mechanical parameters of wood, all three strength tests (tensile, compression and shear) were mapped in the FEM analysis. The accuracy of the model in determining the maximum destructive force of the material is equal to the average 8% (for tensile testing 14%, compression 2.5%, shear 6.5%), while the average coverage of the FEM characteristic with the results of the strength test in the field of elastic-plastic deformations with the adopted ±15% error overlap on average by about 77%. The analyses were performed in the ABAQUS/Standard 2020 program in the field of elastic-plastic deformations. Research with the use of numerical models after extension with a damage model will enable the design of energy-saving and durable grinding machines.

Progressive damage characteristics of screwed single-lap CFRPI-metal joint subjected to tensile loading at RT and 350°C

2021 ◽  
pp. 002199832098559
Author(s):  
Yun-Tao Zhu ◽  
Jun-Jiang Xiong ◽  
Chu-Yang Luo ◽  
Yi-Sen Du
Keyword(s):  
Damage Model ◽  
Tensile Loading ◽  
Tensile Tests ◽  
Displacement Curve ◽  
Progressive Damage ◽  
Damage Characteristics ◽  
Metal Joint ◽  
Static Tensile ◽  
Strength And Stiffness ◽  
Progressive Damage Model

This paper outlines progressive damage characteristics of screwed single-lap CFRPI-metal joints subjected to tensile loading at RT (room temperature) and 350°C. Quasi-static tensile tests were performed on screwed single-lap CCF300/AC721-30CrMnSiA joint at RT and 350°C, and the load versus displacement curve, strength and stiffness of joint were gauged and discussed. With due consideration of thermal-mechanical interaction and complex failure mechanism, a modified progressive damage model (PDM) based on the mixed failure criterion was devised to simulate progressive damage characteristics of screwed single-lap CCF300/AC721-30CrMnSiA joint, and simulations correlate well with experiments. By using the PDM, the effects of geometry dimensions on mechanical characteristics of screwed single-lap CCF300/AC721-30CrMnSiA joint were analyzed and discussed.

scholarly journals Microstructure and Mechanical Performance of Resistance Spot Welded Martensitic Advanced High Strength Steel

Processes ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 1021
Author(s):  
Yunzhao Li ◽  
Huaping Tang ◽  
Ruilin Lai
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Failure Modes ◽  
Mechanical Performance ◽  
Strong Dependence ◽  
High Strength ◽  
Weld Nugget ◽  
Resistance Spot ◽  
Pull Out ◽  
Cross Tension ◽  
Spot Welded

Resistance spot welded 1.2 mm (t)-thick 1400 MPa martensitic steel (MS1400) samples are fabricated and their microstructure, mechanical properties are investigated thoroughly. The mechanical performance and failure modes exhibit a strong dependence on weld-nugget size. The pull-out failure mode for MS1400 steel resistance spot welds does not follow the conventional weld-nugget size recommendation criteria of 4t0.5. Significant softening was observed due to dual phase microstructure of ferrite and martensite in the inter-critical heat affected zone (HAZ) and tempered martensite (TM) structure in sub-critical HAZ. However, the upper-critical HAZ exhibits obvious higher hardness than the nugget zone (NZ). In addition, the mechanical properties show that the cross-tension strength (CTS) is about one quarter of the tension-shear strength (TSS) of MS1400 weld joints, whilst the absorbed energy of cross-tension and tension-shear are almost identical.

Comprehensive study on mechanical properties of coated biaxial warp-knitted fabrics

2021 ◽  
pp. 073168442110204
Author(s):  
Bin Yang ◽  
Yingying Shang ◽  
Zeliang Yu ◽  
Minger Wu ◽  
Youji Tao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Failure Modes ◽  
Least Squares Method ◽  
Tensile Tests ◽  
Tensile Creep ◽  
Base Layer ◽  
Sustained Load ◽  
Uniaxial Tensile ◽  
Membrane Structures ◽  
Knitted Fabrics

In recent years, coated fabrics have become the major material used in membrane structures. Due to the special structure of base layer and mechanical properties, coated biaxial warp-knitted fabrics are increasingly applied in pneumatic structures. In this article, the mechanical properties of coated biaxial warp-knitted fabrics are investigated comprehensively. First, off-axial tensile tests are carried out in seven in-plane directions: 0°, 15°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 75°, and 90°. Based on the stress–strain relationship, tensile strengths are obtained and failure modes are studied. The adaptability of Tsai–Hill criterion is analyzed. Then, the uniaxial tensile creep test is performed under 24-h sustained load and the creep elongation is calculated. Besides, tearing strengths in warp and weft directions are obtained by tearing tests. Finally, the biaxial tensile tests under five different load ratios of 1:1, 2:1, 1:2, 1:0, and 0:1 are carried out, and the elastic constants and Poisson’s ratio are calculated using the least squares method based on linear orthotropic assumption. Moreover, biaxial specimens under four load ratios of 3:1, 1:3, 5:1, and 1:5 are further tensile tested to verify the adaptability of linear orthotropic model. These experimental data offer a deeper and comprehensive understanding of mechanical properties of coated biaxial warp-knitted fabrics and could be conveniently adopted in structural design.

scholarly journals Assessment of Mechanical, Chemical, and Biological Properties of Ti-Nb-Zr Alloy for Medical Applications

Materials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 126
Author(s):  
Viktoria Hoppe ◽  
Patrycja Szymczyk-Ziółkowska ◽  
Małgorzata Rusińska ◽  
Bogdan Dybała ◽  
Dominik Poradowski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Corrosion Resistance ◽  
Base Material ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Β Phase ◽  
Alloy Base ◽  
Static Tensile ◽  
Examination Methods ◽  
13Zr Alloy ◽  
Dental Applications

The purpose of this work is to obtain comprehensive reference data of the Ti-13Nb-13Zr alloy base material: its microstructure, mechanical, and physicochemical properties. In order to obtain extensive information on the tested materials, a number of examination methods were used, including SEM, XRD, and XPS to determine the phases occurring in the material, while mechanical properties were verified with static tensile, compression, and bending tests. Moreover, the alloy’s corrosion resistance in Ringer’s solution and the cytotoxicity were investigated using the MTT test. Studies have shown that this alloy has the structure α’, α, and β phases, indicating that parts of the β phase transformed to α’, which was confirmed by mechanical properties and the shape of fractures. Due to the good mechanical properties (E = 84.1 GPa), high corrosion resistance, as well as the lack of cytotoxicity on MC3T3 and NHDF cells, this alloy meets the requirements for medical implant materials. Ti-13Nb-13Zr alloy can be successfully used in implants, including bone tissue engineering products and dental applications.

scholarly journals Effect of Moisture Content on the Processing and Mechanical Properties of a Biodegradable Polyester

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (10) ◽  
pp. 1616
Author(s):  
Vincenzo Titone ◽  
Antonio Correnti ◽  
Francesco Paolo La Mantia
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Moisture Content ◽  
Mechanical Testing ◽  
Hydrolytic Degradation ◽  
Slight Reduction ◽  
Biodegradable Polyester ◽  
Molding Process ◽  
Elongation At Break ◽  
Effect Of Moisture

This work is focused on the influence of moisture content on the processing and mechanical properties of a biodegradable polyester used for applications in injection molding. The pellets of the biodegradable polyester were exposed under different relative humidity conditions at a constant temperature before being compression molded. The compression-molded specimens were again placed under the above conditions before the mechanical testing. With all these samples, it is possible to determine the effect of moisture content on the processing and mechanical properties separately, as well as the combined effect of moisture content on the mechanical properties. The results obtained showed that the amount of absorbed water—both before processing and before mechanical testing—causes an increase in elongation at break and a slight reduction of the elastic modulus and tensile strength. These changes have been associated with possible hydrolytic degradation during the compression molding process and, in particular, with the plasticizing action of the moisture absorbed by the specimens.

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