Effect of graphitization percentage on fade and recovery performance of copper-free non-asbestos organic brake pads
Abstract: This paper deals with developing copper-free brake pads by using graphite as a key lubricant produced using a graphitization process with purity percentages (85, 90 and 95%). The brake pads...
Air drying scalable production of hydrophobic, mechanically stable, and thermally insulating lignocellulosic foam
Abstract: Demand for sustainable building thermal regulation is driving the development of low carbon-intensive, renewable, and safe-to-use materials to substitute the dominant synthetic polymers and...
Surface modification of MWCNT to improve the mechanical and Thermal properties of natural rubber nanocomposites
Abstract: In this study, we focused on the synergistic effect between carbon black (CB) and multiwall carbon nanotube (MWCNT) hybrid fillers. In particular, the surface modification of pristine MWCNT...
Study on the Effect of NTO on the Performance of HMX-Based Aluminized Cast-PBX
Abstract: 3-Nitro−1,2,4-triazol−5-one (NTO) is an explosive with broad application prospects. To study the effect of NTO content on the properties of HMX-based cast-PBX (polymer bonded...
Evaluation of durability of alumina, silicon carbide and siliconized silicon carbide foams as absorber materials for concentrated solar power applications
Abstract: Absorber material in solar thermal power plants, transfers heat energy from concentrated solar light to the working fluid inside the receiver. Several material properties such as maximum...
Research on Thermal Response Behavior of the Intumescent Coating at High Temperature: An Experimental and Numerical Study
Abstract: Intumescent coating is able to provide effective fire protection with both practicality and aesthetics. In this study, expansion performance and thermal physical property experiments are...
Ultrawideband Antenna Systems Embedded into a Load Bearing Wall for Connected Buildings
Abstract: The importance of indoor mobile connectivity has increased during the last years, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. In contrast, new energy-efficient buildings contain structures...
Enhanced Performance Coolants (EPC) Benchtop and Simulated Service Test Report
Abstract: As of 2022, U.S. Army engine coolant is governed by Commercial Item Description (CID) A-A-52624A, which mandates the use of antiquated conventional, supplemental coolant additive (SCA)...
Multifunctional Carbon-Based Hybrid Foams for Shape-Stabilization of Phase Change Materials, Thermal Energy Storage, and Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Functions
Abstract: Carbon-red mud foam/paraffin hybrid materials were prepared and studied for their thermal energy storage and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding properties. The host matrices were...