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Investigation Of Erosive Wear Behaviour Of Tungsten Carbide Cobalt Coated Metal Matrix Composites Using Ann, M Pasha, M Kaleemulla Jul 2018

Investigation Of Erosive Wear Behaviour Of Tungsten Carbide Cobalt Coated Metal Matrix Composites Using Ann, M Pasha, M Kaleemulla

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

An artificial neural network (ANN) model was employed on erosive wear result of aluminium 7034 T6 reinforced with different weight percentage of Al2O3 and SiC with tungsten carbide cobalt (WC-Co) coated composites. WC-Co in the form of powder was pretreated before coating, to identify the inflence of pretreatment on the substrate. The WC-Co coating was deposited with high velocity oxy fuel (HVOF) sparay method. The microstructural examination was carried through scanning electron microscope (SEM) and to identify the elemental composition of coated specimens, energy dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX) was used. These material charecterisation shows that pretreated WC-Co coated Al 7034 …


Starch Consolidation Of Porous Fused Silica Ceramics, K Kanlai, T Wasanapiarnpong, B Wiratphinthu, K Serivalsatit Jul 2018

Starch Consolidation Of Porous Fused Silica Ceramics, K Kanlai, T Wasanapiarnpong, B Wiratphinthu, K Serivalsatit

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Starch consolidation is a forming technique, in which ceramic suspension is consolidated by gelatinization of starch under suitable temperature. This technique is promising for fabricating porous ceramics because starch can act as a binder as well as a pore former. In this study, porous fused silica ceramics were prepared by starch consolidation using glutinous rice flour as a gelling agent. The 29 vol% solid loading of fused silica slurries with the addition of glutinous rice flour were prepared. After mixing the slurries were poured into a plastic mold and kept in an oven at 75ºC for an hour. The green …


Carboxymethylchitosan-Based Hydrogels Crosslinked With Polydimethylsiloxane, N Rodkate, N Deepuppha, B Rutnakornpituk, M Rutnakornpituk Jul 2018

Carboxymethylchitosan-Based Hydrogels Crosslinked With Polydimethylsiloxane, N Rodkate, N Deepuppha, B Rutnakornpituk, M Rutnakornpituk

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Synthesis and properties of hydrophilic carboxymethylchitosan (CMC) hydrogels containing hydrophobic polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) were herein presented. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy indicated that PDMS can covalently bound to CMC chains with the use of hexamethylene-1,6-di-(aminocarboxysulfonate) (HDA), a water soluble crosslinker. Also, according to scanning electron microscopy, PDMS microphases with the size of 0.2-0.5 µm in diameter were thoroughly dispersed in CMC matrix. Addition of PDMS improved properties of the CMC hydrogels including increasing water vapor permeability and water swellability, improving tensile properties and increasing surface hydrophobicity. PDMS with different amounts (1-20 wt%) and molecular weights (2,000 and 8,000 g·mol-1) were added into …


Simple And Rapid Preparation Of Cuo Film Using Silar Process For Application As Hole-Transporting Layer In P-I-N Perovskite Solar Cell, S Wongrerkdee, K Hongsith, S Choopun, K Lohawet, P Kumno Jul 2018

Simple And Rapid Preparation Of Cuo Film Using Silar Process For Application As Hole-Transporting Layer In P-I-N Perovskite Solar Cell, S Wongrerkdee, K Hongsith, S Choopun, K Lohawet, P Kumno

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Copper oxide (CuO) films are considered to be an alternative metal oxide semiconductor for hole-transporting layer application in p-i-n perovskite solar cells due to their unique properties including intrinsic p-type materials and energy band level matching. The films can be synthesized using several methods such as sputtering, solution process and spin-coating processes. However, using the successive ionic layer adsorption and reaction (SILAR) process to prepare a CuO hole-transporting layer in p-i-n perovskite solar cells is still underreported. Thus, this study prepared the SILAR processed CuO films and applied as a hole-transporting layer in p-i-n perovskite solar cells. The results showed …


Influence Of Blt Content On Phase Structure And Electrical Properties Of (1-X)Bt-Xblt Ceramic, N Thongmee, R Sumang, S Pojprapai, T Klaytae Jul 2018

Influence Of Blt Content On Phase Structure And Electrical Properties Of (1-X)Bt-Xblt Ceramic, N Thongmee, R Sumang, S Pojprapai, T Klaytae

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

(1-x)BaTiO3-x(Bi3.25La0.75)Ti3O12; (1-x)BT-xBLT ceramics with x = 0-0.20 wt.% were prepared by a solid-state reaction method. The BaTiO3 (BT) and (Bi3.25La0.75)Ti3O12 (BLT) powders were, respectively, calcined at 1100°C and 750°C for 4 h. The (1-x)BT-xBLT samples were sintered between 1250°C and 1350°C. The structure exhibited a transformation from tetragonal to orthorhombic with increasing in BLT contents. The average grain size increased with increasing BLT contents. The maximum density and relative density about 6.19 ± 0.07 g/cm3and 99.3% were obtained for the composition of 0.95BT-0.05BLT. The Curie temperature (Tc) continuously decreased with increase in BLT contents. The dielectric constant showed a broad …


Eggshell Waste: An Effective Source Of Hydroxyapatite For Photocatalyst, S Ummartyotin, H Manuspiya Jul 2018

Eggshell Waste: An Effective Source Of Hydroxyapatite For Photocatalyst, S Ummartyotin, H Manuspiya

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Interest in eggshell waste and its modification has been increasing rapidly. The outstanding property of eggshell waste is its high calcium carbonate content. This can be transformed to calcium oxide, and can provide a source of hydroxyapatite. As interest in clean technology has grown, the use of eggshell waste has become a focus of research. The objective of this review article is to characterize eggshell waste, describe the preparation of hydroxyapatite from eggshell waste and its modification, and discuss the use of hydroxyapatite as a photocatalyst.


Recent Developments In The Field Of Metal Foam-Polymer Hybrid Materials: A Brief Overview, A Chaturvedi Jul 2018

Recent Developments In The Field Of Metal Foam-Polymer Hybrid Materials: A Brief Overview, A Chaturvedi

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

In this paper, a brief overview of the various techniques employed for the preparation of metal foam-polymer hybrid/composite materials including infiltration/penetration and adhesive joining is given. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) micro structural characterization method and various dependent mechanical properties such as stress-strain diagram, energy absorption etc is described. In addition, some possible applications of such materials are discussed. The paper intends to inform as well as educate the reader about the various aspects of this emerging field in a lucid manner.


Atomic Diffusion In The Feal Alloy: A Research Via The Kinetic Monte Carlo Method, E V Manrique Castillo, F A. Reyes Navarro Jul 2018

Atomic Diffusion In The Feal Alloy: A Research Via The Kinetic Monte Carlo Method, E V Manrique Castillo, F A. Reyes Navarro

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

For a binary alloy with an ordered structure B2, we research the atomic migration by means of kinetic Monte Carlo simulations, where the atomic migration results from the exchange of positions between an atom and a vacancy in a rigid lattice. The atomistic kinetic model we used is based on the jump rate theory and the residence time algorithm, wherein we consider the pair interactions between neighbours up to the next-nearest neighbours. Likewise, we determine the ratio of the diffusion coefficients as a function of temperature and investigate the antiphase boundary mobility in the last stages of the ordering process. …


Synthesis Of Nanoparticulate Ti-Doped Zno By Solution Combustion Technique, O Jongprateep, P Deedit, R Puranasamriddhi, K Meesombad Jul 2018

Synthesis Of Nanoparticulate Ti-Doped Zno By Solution Combustion Technique, O Jongprateep, P Deedit, R Puranasamriddhi, K Meesombad

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

ZnO and TiO2 have been widely accepted as prominent photocatalysts. Enhancement of their photocatalytic activities can be achieved through particle refinement and doping. Solution combustion technique is a simple and cost-effective method capable of producing fine ceramic powders with homogeneous chemical compositions. It is, therefore, employed in this research project as the technique to synthesize nanometer-sized Ti-doped ZnO powders. The research also aimed at examining a relationship among doping contents, chemical composition, particle sizes, and photocatalytic performance of the synthesized powder. Compositional analysis revealed that the solubility limit of Ti in zinc oxide was within the range of 3 at% …


Enhancement Of Mechanical, Thermal And Antibacterial Properties Of Sisal/Phbv Biocomposite By Fibre Modification, T Kittikorn, R Malakul, E Stromberg, M Ek, S Karlsson Jul 2018

Enhancement Of Mechanical, Thermal And Antibacterial Properties Of Sisal/Phbv Biocomposite By Fibre Modification, T Kittikorn, R Malakul, E Stromberg, M Ek, S Karlsson

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Lignocellulosic biocomposite is a promising biodegradable materials, though improvement of the interfacial adhesion between cellulose fibre and polymer matrix is still challenged. Therefore, this work investigated the effect of propionylation of sisal reinforced fibre in the sisal/polyhydroxybutyrate-co-valerate (PHBV) biocomposite. Propionylation involved esterification substitution of propionic anhydride to hydroxyl group of sisal fibre, where ester group (COOR) of propionylated fibre was successfully observed by Fourier transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). Then mechanical and thermal properties were evaluated and biodegradation characteristics were assessed. The tensile strength and modulus of propionylated sisal/PHBV biocomposite were greater than unmodified sisal/PHBV, which revealed better compatibility at the …


Thermal And Mechanical Properties Of An Epoxidized Natural Rubber Composite Containing A Li/Cr Co-Doped Nio-Based Filler, B Khumpaitool, S Utara, P Jantachum Jul 2018

Thermal And Mechanical Properties Of An Epoxidized Natural Rubber Composite Containing A Li/Cr Co-Doped Nio-Based Filler, B Khumpaitool, S Utara, P Jantachum

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Li and Cr co-doped NiO-based (LCNO) filler was successfully synthesized by the sol-gel process using metal nitrate compounds as starting materials and citric acid as a crosslinking agent, followed calcination at a temperature of 1000˚C for 3 h. Composites of Li and Cr co-doped NiO/epoxidized natural rubbers with 25 mol% epoxidation (abbreviated as LCNO/ENR-25) were prepared by mixing using a two-roll mill. The ENR-25 was blended with 0.5, 1, 2 and 3 phr (parts per hundred of rubber) of LCNO and the specimens were shaped at 160˚C using compression molding. The LCNO/ENR-25 composites were characterized by thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), Fourier-transform …


Utilization Of Coal Fly Ash As A Raw Material For Refractory Production, R Sukkae, S Suebthawilkul, B Cherdhirunkorn Jul 2018

Utilization Of Coal Fly Ash As A Raw Material For Refractory Production, R Sukkae, S Suebthawilkul, B Cherdhirunkorn

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

In this research, fireclay bricks were produced using fire clay and coal fly ash as raw materials. Coal fly ash was added to the mixture from 10-50 wt%. The disk shape samples were sintered at the temperatures of 1,100-1,400°C. The mechanical property, thermal property, phase structure and microstructure of the fireclay bricks were studied. It was found that coal fly ash can be used in the fabrication of fireclay bricks. The lower linear shrinkage and lower thermal conductivity were obtained as the higher amount of coal fly ash was added. However, bulk density and strength were lower in the samples …


Investigation Of The Durability Of Sisal Fiber/Pla Biocomposite Through Evaluation Of Biodegradability By Means Of Microbial Growth, T Kittikorn, S Kongsuwan, R Malakul Dec 2017

Investigation Of The Durability Of Sisal Fiber/Pla Biocomposite Through Evaluation Of Biodegradability By Means Of Microbial Growth, T Kittikorn, S Kongsuwan, R Malakul

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

The aim of this work was to investigate the microbial biodegradation of 3-(trimethoxysilyl) propyl methacrylate (TPM) modified (silanized) sisal fibres/PLA biocomposites by Aspergillus niger. The modification of the sisal fibres performed excellently, improving hydrophobicity as well as mechanical properties. Compared to the unmodified sisal/PLA biocomposite, it produced superior interfacial adhesion between the fibres and the PLA matrix. In addition, silanization also increased the crystal size and crystallinity in the biocomposite, which decreased thermal decomposition to an observed maximal activation energy of 213 kJ/mol. This indicated the stability of silanized sisal biocomposite in resisting degradation. After the microbial growth test, despite …


Antibacterial Activity Of Zno Nanoparticles On Silica Thin Film For Wastewater Treatment, S Chanrawangyot, S Rattanachan, A Watcharenwong, T Fangsuwannarak Dec 2017

Antibacterial Activity Of Zno Nanoparticles On Silica Thin Film For Wastewater Treatment, S Chanrawangyot, S Rattanachan, A Watcharenwong, T Fangsuwannarak

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Zinc Oxide nanoparticles on silica matrix thin films were prepared by the Sol-gel method and dip coating on ceramic tiles. In this study, EC (Ethyl cellulose) and TP (alpha-terpineol) used as a binder and a solvent in Sol-gel method, respectively, were studied on the characteristics of thin films. The thin films were dried and calcined at the temperature of 500, 600˚C soaking 30 minutes with the heating rate of 1˚C/minutes. The result of Glancing X-Ray Diffraction showed that thin films were ZnO phase on the amorphous phase of silica matrix. Scanning electron microscope showed the ZnO nanoparticles dispersed on thin …


Properties Of Natural Rubber Latex Filled With Bacterial Cellulose Produced From Pineapple Peels, T Saowapark, E Chaichana, A Jaturapiree Dec 2017

Properties Of Natural Rubber Latex Filled With Bacterial Cellulose Produced From Pineapple Peels, T Saowapark, E Chaichana, A Jaturapiree

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Bacterial cellulose (BC) is natural biopolymers with unique properties such as high purity and high tensile strength. These properties considerably support for use as filler in rubber applications. In this research, BC was produced from fermentation by Acetobacter xylinum. Additionally, pineapple peels (agricultural waste) were evaluated for carbon sources in BC's production process. Natural rubber latex (NRL) compound was then incorporated BC with various loadings of 0, 5, 10 and 15 phr (parts per hundred of rubber) for enhancement properties of NRL. Furthermore, NRL filled with BC (NRL-BC) compounds were prevulcanized at 70°C for 2 hours and then NRL-BC sheets …


Physical And Optical Properties Of 20cao-(80-X)B2o3-Xzno Glass System, N Jearnkulprasert, O Chaemlek, N Wantana, J Kaewkhao Dec 2017

Physical And Optical Properties Of 20cao-(80-X)B2o3-Xzno Glass System, N Jearnkulprasert, O Chaemlek, N Wantana, J Kaewkhao

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

The 20CaO-(80-x)B2O3-xZnO glasses were prepared by melt quenching technique (where x=0, 5, 15 and 20 mol%) in order to study in the physical and optical properties. These glass compositions were heated to 1200 ºC for 3 hours and annealed at 500ºC for 3 hours. Clear glass samples were obtained from these compositions. The density, molar volume, refractive index, optical spectra (in the wavelength of 190-1100 nm), optical band gap, optical basicity and polarizability of glass samples have been investigated in this work.


Development Of Wo3 Nanostructure By Acid Treatment And Annealing, T Sanasi, S Pinitsoontorn, M Horprathum, P Eiamchai, C Chananonnawathorn, W Hincheeranun Dec 2017

Development Of Wo3 Nanostructure By Acid Treatment And Annealing, T Sanasi, S Pinitsoontorn, M Horprathum, P Eiamchai, C Chananonnawathorn, W Hincheeranun

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Tungsten oxide (WO3) nanostructure is an interesting material for many applications such as batteries, gas sensors, photocatalysts, display utilizing, and smart windows. In this work, we fabricated the WO3 nanoplates by sputtering, acid treatment and annealing. Firstly, a tungsten film was deposited on a silicon or glass substrate by sputtering. The film was then immersed in nitric acid (HNO3) at 80 °C. The effect of the exposure time, and annealing temperature was investigated. After the acid treatment, the tungsten oxide hydrate or tungstile (WO3•H2O) with nanoplate structure was developed. The optical transmittance in the visible range was significantly improved compared …


Kinetic Study Of Chitosan-Alginate Biopolymeric Nanoparticles For The Controlled Release Of Curcumin Diethyl Disuccinate, S Bhunchu, P Rojsitthisak, P Rojsitthisak Dec 2017

Kinetic Study Of Chitosan-Alginate Biopolymeric Nanoparticles For The Controlled Release Of Curcumin Diethyl Disuccinate, S Bhunchu, P Rojsitthisak, P Rojsitthisak

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

The aim of this study was to investigate the release profile, and evaluate the best fitted kinetic model and mechanism, of curcumin diethyl disuccinate (CDD) from chitosan-alginate biopolymeric nanoparticles (CANPs) in simulated gastrointestinal fluids (without enzymes) and simulated body fluid. The CDD-loaded CANPs (CDD-CANPs) were prepared by oil-in-water emulsification and ionotropic gelation under the previously reported optimal condition (3 mg/mL of CDD, 4.05% (w/v) of TweenTM 80 and a chitosan:alginate mass ratio of 0.05:1), which resulted in CDD-CANPs with a favorable particle size (327±14 nm), zeta potential (-27.3±0.2 mV), encapsulation efficiency (51.2±2.2%) and loading capacity (11.2±0.8%). The in vitro release …


Utilization Of Aluminium Dross As A Main Raw Material For Synthesis Of Geopolymer, P Puksisuwan, P Laoratanakul, B Cherdhirunkorn Dec 2017

Utilization Of Aluminium Dross As A Main Raw Material For Synthesis Of Geopolymer, P Puksisuwan, P Laoratanakul, B Cherdhirunkorn

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Aluminium dross contains both small particles and large agglomerates, where the recyclable part is the large agglomerates with high aluminium metal content. The residual Al dross is unrecyclable small particles with very low aluminium metal content. In this research, the residual Al dross from the aluminium recycle industry and the bagasse ash from a biomass power plant were used as main raw materials for geopolymer fabrication with alkaline solutions (Na2SiO3 and NaOH) using in the typical geopolymerization process. After mixing with alkaline solutions, the mixtures were uniaxially pressed into a cylinder die. The samples were cured for 3, 7, 14 …


Investigating Rheological, Morphological And Mechanical Properties Of Pbs/Pbat Blends, A Boonprasertpoh, D Pentrakoon, J Junkasem Jul 2017

Investigating Rheological, Morphological And Mechanical Properties Of Pbs/Pbat Blends, A Boonprasertpoh, D Pentrakoon, J Junkasem

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Morphological, rheological and mechanical properties of various biodegradable poly(butylene succinate) (PBS)/poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) blends via conventional melt blending technique are studied. The morphology, rheology, and tensile properties of the PBS/PBAT blends were observed by scanning electron microscope (SEM), rotational rheometer, and universal testing machine, respectively. The SEM micrographs of the PBS/PBAT blends reveal an occurrence of phase separation indicating by a presence of spherical particles/cavities for a range of 10 to 30 wt% (i.e. PBS90-PBS70), and 70 to 90 wt% (i.e. PBS30-PBS10) PBT content and co-continuous structure for a range of 40 to 60 wt% (i.e. PBS60PBS40) PBAT content. The …


Strengthening Of The Astm-356 Alloy With Silicon Carbide Particles, Jaime Hinojosa-Torres, Diego Sánchez-García, Andrés Herrera-Vázquez, Jose Luis Velázquez-Ortega Jul 2017

Strengthening Of The Astm-356 Alloy With Silicon Carbide Particles, Jaime Hinojosa-Torres, Diego Sánchez-García, Andrés Herrera-Vázquez, Jose Luis Velázquez-Ortega

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Extensive research has been done in recent years in composites of metallic matrix in order to get better melting practices, mechanical properties and structure. In this work, steel metal mould was previously preheated to three different temperatures. The ASTM-356 alloy was melted and heated to 993 K. For the purpose of reinforcing, silicon carbide particles (mesh: 325, 400) were introduced into the melted alloy then stirred. For each obtained solid its solidification time was recorded. Cylindrical specimens were tested in a tension test machine in order to obtain the ultimate tensile strength (UTS) and fracture toughness (KIc) values. Hardness measurements …


Mechanical And Thermal Properties Of Eucalyptus Fiber Composites From Blend Between Biodegradable Poly(Butylene Succinate) And Recycled Pet, N Hongsriphan, P Dangmanee, M Mankrut, W Jantaraka Jul 2017

Mechanical And Thermal Properties Of Eucalyptus Fiber Composites From Blend Between Biodegradable Poly(Butylene Succinate) And Recycled Pet, N Hongsriphan, P Dangmanee, M Mankrut, W Jantaraka

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

The goal of this study was to enhance rigidity and to reduce cost of the PBS-based composites by blending with recycled poly(ethylene terephthalate) (r-PET) and Eucalyptus fibers. Prior compounding, Eucalyptus fibers were treated with alkali and γ-methacryloxypropyl trimethoxysilane (MPS) solution for compatibility improvement. PBS and r-PET were melt blended in a twin-screw extruder with the weight ratio of 95/5, 90/10, and 80/20 wt%, and compounded with MPS treated Eucalyptus fibers using fiber loading of 3, 5, and 7 wt% of composites. Samples were characterized by tensile test, notched Izod impact test, SEM, NMR, and DSC. It was found that r-PET …


Study On Physical, Optical And Luminescence Of Er3+ In K2o-Cao-B2o3 Glasses For Photonic Application, N Wantana, S Insiripong, Y Ruangthaweep, J Kaewkhao Jul 2017

Study On Physical, Optical And Luminescence Of Er3+ In K2o-Cao-B2o3 Glasses For Photonic Application, N Wantana, S Insiripong, Y Ruangthaweep, J Kaewkhao

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

In this work, potassium calcium borate glasses doped with of Er3+ ions (KCaBEr) have been prepared by a melt quenching technique. The glass physical, optical and luminescence properties have been investigated as a function of Er2O3 concentration. Density was measured by Archimedes' principle and brought to calculate the molar volume. The optical absorption spectra were measured in the ultraviolet, visible light and near-infrared regions. The emission and excitation spectra represents the strong emission from glass sample. All results indicate the potential to use KCaBEr glass in the photonic applications such as laser and optical amplification.


Eu3+ Doped Borosilicate Glass For Solid-State Luminescence Material, S Rakpanich, N Wantana, Y Ruangthaweep, J Kaewkhao Jul 2017

Eu3+ Doped Borosilicate Glass For Solid-State Luminescence Material, S Rakpanich, N Wantana, Y Ruangthaweep, J Kaewkhao

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

The Eu3+ doped potassium borosilicate (KBSi:Eu3+) glasses were prepared by the melt quenching technique. The physical, optical and luminescence properties of glasses were investigated. Glass density and molar volume increase with increasing of Eu2O3 concentration. Glasses absorbed photons in the visible light and near infrared region. Since 394 nm excitation, glasses emitted the strong light with 613 nm in milliseconds of lifetime. CIE 1931 chromaticity diagram exhibits that emission from KBSi:Eu3+ glass is reddish-orange light. In summary, this KBSiEu glass performs the interesting property for using in the photonic devices such as solid-state laser and LEDs.


Antireflective Surface Of Nanostructures Fabricated By Cf4 Plasma Etching, W Somrang, S Denchitcharoen, P Eiamchai, M Horprathum, C Chananonnawathorn Jul 2017

Antireflective Surface Of Nanostructures Fabricated By Cf4 Plasma Etching, W Somrang, S Denchitcharoen, P Eiamchai, M Horprathum, C Chananonnawathorn

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

In this research, the nanostructures surface were fabricated by the CF4 plasma etching process on the SiO2-based substrates for antireflection applications. The nickel films were firstly deposited on the substrates by the sputtering system. The prepared Ni layers were then annealed at 500°C for 1 minute in order to promote dewetting process to be used as metal masks. During the etching process, CF4 etching condition was performed for 15-60 min to create the SiO2 nanopillars. After the etching process, the samples were immersed in nitric acid for 5 min to remove the nickel masks. The SiO2 nanopillars without Ni were …


Effect Of Sputtering Power On The Structure Of Dc Magnetron Sputtered Vanadium Nitride Thin Films, A Buranawong, N Witit-Anun Jul 2017

Effect Of Sputtering Power On The Structure Of Dc Magnetron Sputtered Vanadium Nitride Thin Films, A Buranawong, N Witit-Anun

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Vanadium nitride (VN) thin films were deposited on Si substrates by reactive DC unbalanced magnetron sputtering. Effect of sputtering power on the structure of the as-deposited films was investigated. The crystal structure, thickness, roughness, surface morphology and chemical composition of the films were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), atomic force microscopy (AFM), field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), respectively. The results showed that the as-deposited VN thin films had fcc structure with (111), (200) and (220) planes, varying with the sputtering power. The crystallite size and lattice constant of films were in the range …


Metallographic Analysis And Electrical Resistivity Of The 1045 Steel After Being Heat-Treated, M Quiroga Agurto, E Medrano Atencio, F Américo Reyes Navarro, J G Miranda Ramos Jul 2017

Metallographic Analysis And Electrical Resistivity Of The 1045 Steel After Being Heat-Treated, M Quiroga Agurto, E Medrano Atencio, F Américo Reyes Navarro, J G Miranda Ramos

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

Herein, it was studied the structural evolution of the AISI 1045 steel water-quenched and oilquenched, respectively, from a temperature higher than the critical to various temperatures between 800 and 820°C. The two quenching media were used at 16.5°C. Microstructural variations occurred in the quenched 1045 steel. Also, by using the four-terminal sensing, it was measured the evolution of the electrical resistivity of the quenched samples; it was found that quenching at different temperatures provoked a complex behavior. It was noticed a major increase in the electrical resistivity in the case of water-quenched samples. Besides, when compared samples before and after …


Effect Of Glass Fiber Length And Content On Mechanical Properties Of Polybutylene Terephthalate, P Threepopnatkul, N Sukprasurt, W Prom-Oh, C Kulsetthanchalee Jul 2017

Effect Of Glass Fiber Length And Content On Mechanical Properties Of Polybutylene Terephthalate, P Threepopnatkul, N Sukprasurt, W Prom-Oh, C Kulsetthanchalee

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

The effect of glass fiber (GF) length and content were studied on mechanical properties of polybutylene terephthalate (PBT). The glass fiber was found to be highly compatible with PBT. The PBT/6 mm GF 30% composite possessed the highest flexural modulus (FM) and flexural strength (FS). The FM and FS were increased with the increasing of GF content. The longer glass fiber resulted in the higher value of FM and FS but hardly affected on the deflection and unnotched izod impact strength of the composites. The impact strength of composites was drastically decreased with the addition of glass fiber as compared …


Ballistic Resistance Of Plain Woven P-Aramid Fabrics, B Kusuktham, S Udon, M Jitjaicham Dec 2016

Ballistic Resistance Of Plain Woven P-Aramid Fabrics, B Kusuktham, S Udon, M Jitjaicham

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

This research investigated the ballistic resistance of p-Aramid fabric. Plain woven aramid fabrics were prepared to produce bulletproof vest having 5 kg of 32 fabric layers. The performance of the multilayer aramid fabrics in terms of ballistic resistance was evaluated by ballistic testing with the difference types of bullet. The damage of the fabric and the indentation of modeling clay behind the target were examined. The results showed that vests prepared from 18 - 32 fabric layers exhibited the ballistic resistance; the more the fabric layer the more the resistance performance. In addition, the indentation of the modeling clay decreased …


Compressive Properties And Imaging Analysis Of A New Metal Foam-Natural Rubber Hybrid Structure, A Chaturvedi, G Sanyal, S Chaturvedi, As Patil Dec 2016

Compressive Properties And Imaging Analysis Of A New Metal Foam-Natural Rubber Hybrid Structure, A Chaturvedi, G Sanyal, S Chaturvedi, As Patil

Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals

In this study an attempt has been made to create a new hybrid structure. The hybrid structure has been made by hierarchically combining closed cell Aluminum foam and natural rubber. The hybrid structure, when subjected to compressive loading, displayed improved energy absorption characteristics compared to its parent monoliths. It also displayed significant strain recovery post deformation. High resolution imaging was also carried out to compare the internal structure of hybrid samples before and after compression. Critical discussion of the experimental results has been made.