Materials engineering topic list of research papers
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Ab-Initio Study on the Hard Magnetic Properties of MnBi
Abstract We have studied the hard magnetic properties of the low-temperature phase of MnBi with first principle calculations based on the density functional theory. The calculations have been carried out on two distinct unit cell configurations MnBi ...
2015 / Peter Toson, Ahmad Asali, Gregor A. Zickler, Josef Fidler -
Mechanism for Grain Refinement and Mechanical Properties of AZ91 Mg Alloy by Carbon Inoculation
Abstract The effect of charcoal on the grain refinement and mechanical properties of the AZ91 is investigated in the present study. The results show addition of 0.4 wt% charcoal produced maximum grain refinement in the AZ91 Mg alloy by reducing the...
2013 / M. Suresh, A. Srinivasan, U.T.S. Pillai, B.C. Pai -
Underground Brines of the Tunguska Artesian Basin (West Siberian Plate)
Abstract A short review on the chemical composition of underground brines is presented. Diagrams of brine saturation of upper-saline, saline, and under-saline formations have been determined with respect to common minerals of the water-bearing rock. ...
2013 / E.S. Sidkina -
On the Development and Characterization of PMA-based SAW Sensing Devices
Abstract Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) sensors are diffused in the market due to their characteristics in terms of sensitivity, power consumption, attitude for being organized in arrays and wireless networks. In this work is reported about the...
2012 / N. Donato, D. Aloisio, E. Patti, M. Latino, S.G. Leonardi, et al. -
Separation of SmCl3 from SmCl3-DyCl3 system by Electrolysis in KCl-LiCl-MgCl2 Molten Salts
Abstract Pyrometallurgical reprocessing of spent nuclear fuel was now considered as one of the most promising options for an innovative nuclear fuel cycle. In this paper, the electrochemical behavior of Sm(III) and Dy(III) was studied by cyclic...
2013 / Milin Zhang, Yusheng Yang, Wei Han, Mei Li, Yi Sun, et al. -
Numerical Simulation of the Airflow over Complex Terrains at Low Altitude
Abstract In order to avoid the problems of existing methods, a numerical simulation method for two-dimensional airflow over complex terrains is developed in this paper for the engineering use of flight dynamics. Based on the potential flow theories, ...
2013 / Chu Tang, Guanxin Hong -
In Memory of Professor Giovanni Maria Zuppi
Abstract At the 14th Water-Rock Interaction Symposium, a special session was devoted to the memory of Professor Gian Maria Zuppi, who passed away in May 2011. The text below describes the main stages of his career, his scientific activities, and...
2013 / Yves Travi, Elisa Sacchi -
Impact of Hollow Fiber Position in an Industrial UF Module on the Membrane Ageing2012 / S. Wang, Y. Wyart, J. Perot, F. Nauleau, P. Moulin
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The Effects of Annealing on Gas Sensing Properties of ZnO Nanorod Sensors Coated with Pd and Pt
Abstract In this study, hydrogen (H2) gas sensing properties of palladium (Pd) & platinum (Pt) thin films coated and uncoated vertically alinged zinc oxide (ZnO) nanorods were investigated at different temperatures. On the other hand, the...
2012 / S. Ozturk, N. Kilinc, Z.Z. Ozturk -
Reliable Copper Spot Welding with IR Laser Radiation through Short Prepulsing
Abstract We demonstrate a technique, which significantly enhances the stability of copper welding with laser radiation. After modelling spot welding stability we conclude that oxide layer morphology typical for native oxide layers has to be avoided. ...
2012 / A. Moalem, P. von Witzendorff, U. Stute, L. Overmeyer -
Robust adaptive control for a class of chaotic system using backstepping
Abstract In this paper, an approach for chaotic system is proposed using adaptive backstepping with tuning functions. Firstly, based on coordinate transform, the paper deduced the principle with which Chua's chaotic system can be translated into the ...
2011 / Naibao He, Qian Gao, Changsheng Jiang -
Method for Multi-Scale Modeling and Simulation of Assembly Systems
Abstract This paper presents the on-going research steps aiming at the development of a Method for Multi-scale Modeling and Simulation of Assembly System. The focus lies on the Assembly System Base Model and its integration into the whole method....
2012 / M. Neumann, C. Constantinescu, E. Westkämper -
A New Landmark Arch Bridge in Milan
Abstract The search for new architectural shapes may lead to schemes of bridges which cannot be traced back to known and tested typologies. In these cases, a new aesthetics requires new static views. The novelty of the De Gasperi Bridge, located in...
2011 / P.G. Malerba, M. Di Domizio, P. Galli -
A Reference Model for Collaborative Capacity Planning Between Automotive and Semiconductor Industry
Abstract The work presented in this paper is motivated by the strong differences found in the automotive and the semiconductor industry with respect to supply chain planning philosophies as well as long-term and short-term supply chain flexibility....
2012 / M. Zapp, C. Forster, A. Verl, T. Bauernhansl -
Manufacturing Execution Through e-FACTORY System
Abstract This paper presents a Manufacturing Execution System (e-Factory) developed to integrate manufacturing engineering, procurement, production planning, manufacturing and quality functions. e-Factory System supports the production preparation...
2012 / A. Kšksal, E. Tekin -
The Control Method of Multivariable Time-delay Square System Containing Right Half Plane Zeros
Abstract Aiming at the multivariable system containing the time delay and right half plane zeros in the industrial process, the Smith decoupling compensation control method is proposed in this paper. By using the internal model method, the Smith...
2011 / Min Guo, Juan chen, Yawei Peng -
Effects of bone particle on the properties and microstructure of polypropylene/bone ash particulate composites
Abstract The effects of uncarbonized (fresh) and carbonized bone particles on the microstructure and properties of polypropylene composites have been studied. The addition of the bone particles ranges from 5 to 25wt% in uncarbonized and carbonized...
2012 / F. Asuke, V.S. Aigbodion, M. Abdulwahab, O.S.I. Fayomi, A.P.I. Popoola, et al. -
Exploring microstructural changes associated with oxidation in Ni–YSZ SOFC electrodes using high resolution X-ray computed tomography
Abstract State of the art solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) anodes are typically Ni based, one of the primary drawbacks of these electrodes is their significant dimensional change upon oxidation. As commercial SOFCs may typically be expected to undergo...
2011 / P.R. Shearing, R.S. Bradley, J. Gelb, F. Tariq, P.J. Withers, et al. -
Lubricant Flow in an Elastohydrodynamic Contact Using Fluorescence2010 / T. Reddyhoff, J. H. Choo, H. A. Spikes, R. P. Glovnea
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Effect of Compatibilizer on Properties of Polypropylene Layered Silicate Nanocomposite
Abstract Polypropylene layered silicate nanocomposites based on muscovite clay were prepared via melt compounding using Thermo Haake internal mixer. Muscovite was organically modified with cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB)....
2012 / H.Md. Akil, M.F.A. Rasyid, J. Sharif