Predictive analysis of concrete tensile strength using metaheuristic algorithms helping a neural network
Abstract In most construction projects, concrete is a widely used material in different structural elements due to its suitable mechanical…
tensile strength
Mechanical, physical and thermal properties of composite materials produced with the basidiomycete Fomes fomentarius
Abstract Background: To achieve climate neutrality, fundamentally new concepts of circularity need to be implemented by the building sector as…
Additive Manufacturing of Biodegradable Hemp-Reinforced Polybutylene Succinate (PBS) and Its Mechanical Characterization
Abstract The additive manufacturing of natural fibre-reinforced polymers is a pivotal method in developing sustainable engineering solutions. Using the fused…
Tensile Strength of Poly(lactic acid)/Bleached Short Hemp Fiber Fully Green Composites as Replacement for Polypropylene/Glass Fiber
Abstract The compatibility between poly(lactic acid) (PLA) and natural fibers to develop bio-sourced, recyclable, and biodegradable composites remains a commonplace…
A review on the limitations of natural fibres and natural fibre composites with emphasis on tensile strength using coir as a case study
Abstract Natural fibres such as coir, jute, flax, and hemp have been considered for technical applications. These fibres, though with…
Electrospun PCL Patches with Controlled Fiber Morphology and Mechanical Performance for Skin Moisturization via Long-Term Release of Hemp Oil for Atopic Dermatitis
Abstract Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition, caused by wide genetic, environmental, or immunologic factors. AD is…
Influence of Steel Structure on Machinability by Abrasive Water Jet
Abstract Although the abrasive waterjet (AWJ) has been widely used for steel cutting for decades and there are hundreds of…
Topography of the Interfacial Shear Strength and the Mean Intrinsic Tensile Strength of Hemp Fibers as a Reinforcement of Polypropylene
Abstract The strength of the interphase between the reinforcements and the matrix has a major role in the mechanical properties…
Effect of Sodium Hydroxide Treatments on the Tensile Strength and the Interphase Quality of Hemp Core Fiber-Reinforced Polypropylene Composites
Abstract The formulation of greener composite materials by substituting glass fibers with natural fibers is a current field of research.…
Chemical Treatment of Waste Abaca for Natural Fiber-Reinforced Geopolymer Composite
Abstract The use of natural fibers in reinforced composites to produce eco-friendly materials is gaining more attention due to their…