Comparative Tribological and Mechanical Property Analysis of Nano-Silica and Nano-Rubber Reinforced Epoxy Composites

2018 ◽  
Vol 875 ◽  
pp. 53-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdulaziz Kurdi ◽  
Li Chang
Keyword(s):  
Friction And Wear ◽  
Epoxy Polymer ◽  
Epoxy Composite ◽  
Transfer Film ◽  
Epoxy Composites ◽  
Nano Silica ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Film Layer ◽  
Silica Addition ◽  
Pin On Disk

Nano-filler reinforced epoxy composites has been investigated in this study subjected to various mechanical and pin-on-disk tribological tests. Two different types of nano-filler were used namely, rigid nano-silica (SiO2) particles and soft nano-rubber particles. Incorporation of nano-filler in polymer matrix enhance mechanical properties. In addition, tribological response of composites are also better compared to neat epoxy polymer. However, the effect of nano-silica addition is much more pronounced than that of nano-rubber due to the high rigidity of nano-silica reinforced epoxy composite. This was mainly attributed to transfer film layer (TFL) formation. The TFL was further investigated by electron microscope and nanoindentor. The best set of tribological properties was achieved at 8 wt. % nano-silica addition. This was due to better reinforcement dispersion and continuous transfer film layer formation which eventually control the overall friction and wear mechanism.

scholarly journals Development and Analysis of the Physicochemical and Mechanical Properties of Diorite-Reinforced Epoxy Composites

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (15) ◽  
pp. 2421
Author(s):  
Amirbek Bekeshev ◽  
Anton Mostovoy ◽  
Yulia Kadykova ◽  
Marzhan Akhmetova ◽  
Lyazzat Tastanova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gas Phase ◽  
Thermal Destruction ◽  
Epoxy Polymer ◽  
Epoxy Composite ◽  
Chemical Interaction ◽  
Strength Properties ◽  
Epoxy Composites ◽  
Mineral Filler ◽  
Pyrolysis Products ◽  
Thermal Stability Of

The aim of this paper is to study the effect of a polyfunctional modifier oligo (resorcinol phenyl phosphate) with terminal phenyl groups and a dispersed mineral filler, diorite, on the physicochemical and deformation-strength properties of epoxy-based composites. The efficiency of using diorite as an active filler of an epoxy polymer, ensuring an increase in strength and a change in the physicochemical properties of epoxy composites, has been proven. We selected the optimal content of diorite both as a structuring additive and as a filler in the composition of the epoxy composite (0.1 and 50 parts by mass), at which diorite reinforces the epoxy composite. It has been found that the addition of diorite into the epoxy composite results in an increase in the Vicat heat resistance from 132 to 140–188 °C and increases the thermal stability of the epoxy composite, which is observed in a shift of the initial destruction temperature to higher temperatures. Furthermore, during the thermal destruction of the composite, the yield of carbonized structures increases (from 54 to 70–77% of the mass), preventing the release of volatile pyrolysis products into the gas phase, which leads to a decrease in the flammability of the epoxy composite. The efficiency of the functionalization of the diorite surface with APTES has been proven, which ensures chemical interaction at the polymer matrix/filler interface and also prevents the aggregation of diorite particles, which, in general, provides an increase in the strength characteristics of epoxy-based composite materials by 10–48%.

Multi-Response Optimization in Drilling of Glass Epoxy Polymer Composites Using Simulated Annealing Approach

2013 ◽  
Vol 766 ◽  
pp. 123-141 ◽  
Author(s):  
S.R. Karnik ◽  
V.N. Gaitonde ◽  
S. Basavarajappa ◽  
J. Paulo Davim
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Simulated Annealing ◽  
Polymer Composites ◽  
Epoxy Polymer ◽  
Thrust Force ◽  
Epoxy Composite ◽  
Spindle Speed ◽  
Epoxy Composites ◽  
Machining Performance ◽  
Controllable Factors

The glass epoxy polymer composites are broadly used in various engineering fields because of outstanding properties. Even if, these composites are produced as near net shapes, the machining has to be carried out in the last stage of manufacture. Drilling is used to install the fasteners for assembly of laminates, but drilling of composites is somewhat complex task owing to exceedingly abrasive nature of reinforcement. Hence the choice of optimal process parameters is essential for successful machining performance. This paper illustrates the application of simulated annealing (SA) approach for simultaneous minimization of various machinability aspects such as thrust force, hole surface roughness and specific cutting coefficient during drilling of glass epoxy polymer composites. The experiments were performed as per full factorial design (FFD) for glass epoxy composites (without filler) and silicon carbide (SiC) filled glass epoxy composites materials. The mathematical models of proposed machinability characteristics were constructed using response surface methodology (RSM) with spindle speed and feed as controllable factors. The experimental investigation indicates that the SiC filled glass epoxy composite provides better machinability compared to glass epoxy composite without the addition of filler. The proposed machinability models were then utilized with SA to select the optimal parameters such as spindle speed and feed, which results in minimal thrust force, hole surface roughness and specific cutting coefficient.

Preparation and Tribological Performance of Silica/Ethylene-Octene Copolymer Nanocomposites

2014 ◽  
Vol 606 ◽  
pp. 41-46
Author(s):  
Ke Sheng Cao ◽  
Song Tian Li ◽  
Yong Hua Cheng ◽  
Xiao Liang Guo
Keyword(s):  
Laser Scanning ◽  
Friction And Wear ◽  
Silica Particles ◽  
Polymer Materials ◽  
Matrix Composites ◽  
Nano Silica ◽  
Mechanical And Tribological Properties ◽  
Disk Friction ◽  
Ethylene Octene Copolymer ◽  
Pin On Disk

The maleic anhydride-grafted ethylene-octene copolymer (POE-g-MAH) and 2, 3-epoxy propoxy propyltrimethoxysilicane (KH-560) modified nano-silica particles/ POE nanocomposites were fabricated by solution coprecipitation. Tribological behaviors of these nanocomposites were investigated using a pin-on-disk friction and wear tester under dry friction condition, and worn surfaces were studied by scan electron microscope (SEM) and color 3D laser scanning microscope, respectively. The results indicated that the addition of the low inclusion (more than 10 wt%) of nano-silica particles could improve the reducing-friction and anti-wear abilities of the POE matrix composites, and modified nano-silica as the filler are superior to nano-silica in terms of the ability of decreasing friction coefficient and wear rate of the POE polymer materials. In both cases, appropriate treatments could effectively improve the mechanical and tribological properties of the POE matrix composites due to the enhanced nanosilicas-matrix interfacial bonding.

Reciprocating Friction and Wear Characteristics of Al Particulate Glass Epoxy Composites

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-44
Author(s):  
Pujan Sarkar ◽  
Nipu Modak ◽  
Prasanta Sahoo
Keyword(s):  
Friction And Wear ◽  
Epoxy Composite ◽  
Wear Behavior ◽  
Normal Load ◽  
Weight Fraction ◽  
Epoxy Composites ◽  
Wear Loss ◽  
Compression Moulding ◽  
Wear Characteristics ◽  
Friction And Wear Characteristics

An experimental study has been carried out to investigate the reciprocating friction and wear characteristics of woven glass epoxy composites filled with Al particulate using a reciprocating friction and wear tester. The fiber weight fraction has been kept constant at 60 wt% and Al wt% is varied as 0, 5, 10, and 15%. The composite is fabricated in hand lay-up technique followed by light compression moulding. Friction and wear behavior under dry reciprocating condition has been presented as function of reciprocating distance keeping reciprocating frequency and normal load constant at 30 Hz and 1.0 Kg respectively. Composites having 5 and 10 wt% Al powder exhibit less friction and wear loss as compared to unfilled glass epoxy composite whereas 15 wt% Al filled glass epoxy composite reports highest friction and wear loss. An attempt has been made to observe the distribution of fiber and Al particles in the composite, and to correlate the wear behavior using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) observations.

scholarly journals On the Microstructural, Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Mo-Se-C Coatings and Their Potential for Friction Reduction against Rubber

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
pp. 1336
Author(s):  
Jorge Caessa ◽  
Todor Vuchkov ◽  
Talha Bin Yaqub ◽  
Albano Cavaleiro
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Content ◽  
Friction And Wear ◽  
Current Mode ◽  
Friction Reduction ◽  
Transition Metal Dichalcogenide ◽  
Butadiene Rubber ◽  
Wear Rates ◽  
Mechanical And Tribological Properties ◽  
The Coefficient Of Friction ◽  
Pin On Disk

Friction and wear contribute to high energetic losses that reduce the efficiency of mechanical systems. However, carbon alloyed transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD-C) coatings possess low friction coefficients in diverse environments and can self-adapt to various sliding conditions. Hence, in this investigation, a semi-industrial magnetron sputtering device, operated in direct current mode (DC), is utilized to deposit several molybdenum-selenium-carbon (Mo-Se-C) coatings with a carbon content up to 60 atomic % (at. %). Then, the carbon content influence on the final properties of the films is analysed using several structural, mechanical and tribological characterization techniques. With an increasing carbon content in the Mo-Se-C films, lower Se/Mo ratio, porosity and roughness appeared, while the hardness and compactness increased. Pin-on-disk (POD) experiments performed in humid air disclosed that the Mo-Se-C vs. nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR) friction is higher than Mo-Se-C vs. steel friction, and the coefficient of friction (CoF) is higher at 25 °C than at 200 °C, for both steel and NBR countersurfaces. In terms of wear, the Mo-Se-C coatings with 51 at. % C showed the lowest specific wear rates of all carbon content films when sliding against steel. The study shows the potential of TMD-based coatings for friction and wear reduction sliding against rubber.

scholarly journals Mechanical and Morphological Properties of Bio-Phenolic/Epoxy Polymer Blends

Molecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 773
Author(s):  
Ahmad Safwan Ismail ◽  
Mohammad Jawaid ◽  
Norul Hisham Hamid ◽  
Ridwan Yahaya ◽  
Azman Hassan
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Phase Separation ◽  
Polymer Blends ◽  
Epoxy Polymer ◽  
Flexural Modulus ◽  
Polymeric Materials ◽  
Morphological Properties ◽  
Comparison Results ◽  
Unique Material ◽  
Different Types

Polymer blends is a well-established and suitable method to produced new polymeric materials as compared to synthesis of a new polymer. The combination of two different types of polymers will produce a new and unique material, which has the attribute of both polymers. The aim of this work is to analyze mechanical and morphological properties of bio-phenolic/epoxy polymer blends to find the best formulation for future study. Bio-phenolic/epoxy polymer blends were fabricated using the hand lay-up method at different loading of bio-phenolic (5 wt%, 10 wt%, 15 wt%, 20 wt%, and 25 wt%) in the epoxy matrix whereas neat bio-phenolic and epoxy samples were also fabricated for comparison. Results indicated that mechanical properties were improved for bio-phenolic/epoxy polymer blends compared to neat epoxy and phenolic. In addition, there is no sign of phase separation in polymer blends. The highest tensile, flexural, and impact strength was shown by P-20(biophenolic-20 wt% and Epoxy-80 wt%) whereas P-25 (biophenolic-25 wt% and Epoxy-75 wt%) has the highest tensile and flexural modulus. Based on the finding, it is concluded that P-20 shows better overall mechanical properties among the polymer blends. Based on this finding, the bio-phenolic/epoxy blend with 20 wt% will be used for further study on flax-reinforced bio-phenolic/epoxy polymer blends.

Processing of high weight fraction banana fiber reinforced epoxy composites using pressure induced dip casting method

2021 ◽  
pp. 002199832098804
Author(s):  
TP Mohan ◽  
K Kanny
Keyword(s):  
Matrix Composite ◽  
Epoxy Polymer ◽  
Epoxy Composite ◽  
Matrix Material ◽  
Natural Fibers ◽  
Weight Fraction ◽  
Polymer Composite Material ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Banana Fiber ◽  
Banana Fibers

The objective of this work is to realize new polymer composite material containing high amount of natural fibers as a bio-based reinforcement phase. Short banana fiber is chosen as a reinforcement material and epoxy polymer as a matrix material. About 77 wt.% of banana fibers were reinforced in the epoxy polymer matrix composite, using pressure induced fiber dipping method. Nanoclay particles were infused into the banana fibers to improve the fiber matrix interface properties. The nanoclay infused banana fiber were used to reinforce epoxy composite and its properties were compared with untreated banana fiber reinforced epoxy composite and banana fiber reinforced epoxy filled with nanoclay matrix composite. The surface characteristics of these composites were examined by electron microscope and the result shows well dispersed fibers in epoxy matrix. Thermal (thermogravimetry analysis and dynamic mechanical analysis), mechanical (tensile and fiber pullout) and water barrier properties of these composites were examined and the result showed that the nanoclay infused banana fiber reinforced epoxy composite shows better and improved properties. Improved surface finish composite was also obtained by this processing technique.

Self-Lubricating and Wear Resistant Epoxy Composites Incorporated With Microencapsulated Wax

2014 ◽  
Vol 81 (7) ◽  
Author(s):  
N. W. Khun ◽  
H. Zhang ◽  
C. Y. Yue ◽  
J. L. Yang
Keyword(s):  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Friction And Wear ◽  
Normal Load ◽  
Wear Test ◽  
Epoxy Composites ◽  
Wear Resistant ◽  
Working Parameters

Self-lubricating and wear resistant epoxy composites were developed via incorporation of wax-containing microcapsules. The effects of microcapsule size and content and working parameters on the tribological properties of epoxy composites were systematically investigated. The incorporation of microcapsules dramatically decreased the friction and wear of the composites from those of the epoxy. The increased microcapsule content or the incorporation of larger microcapsules decreased the friction and wear of the epoxy composites due to the larger amount of released wax lubricant via the rupture of microcapsules during the wear test. The friction of the composites decreased with increased normal load as a result of the promoted wear of the composites and the increased release of the wax lubricant.

Influence of the particle size on the physical, mechanical and tribological properties of composites for brake pads

2021 ◽  
pp. 36-40
Author(s):  
F.F. Yusubov
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Composite Materials ◽  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Friction And Wear ◽  
Phenol Formaldehyde ◽  
Environmentally Friendly ◽  
Brake Pads ◽  
Mechanical And Tribological Properties ◽  
Pin On Disk ◽  
Properties Of Composites

Tribotechnical indicators of environmentally friendly frictional composite materials with phenol-formaldehyde matrix are studied. Friction tests were carried out on a MMW-1 vertical tribometer according to the pin-on-disk scheme. Keywords: brake pads, composites, friction and wear, plasticizers, degradation, porosity. [email protected]

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