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Introducing graphene thin films into carbon fiber composite structures for lightning strike protection
(John Wiley and Sons, 2019-01)The research and development of graphene and graphene-based materials have been significantly increasing since they were invented. However, in many industries, the applications of graphene nanoflakes are still few, compared ... -
Response of HYBRID-II and FAA HYBRID-III ATDs on oblique- facing aircraft seats under far test-1 and test-2 dynamic conditions
(Wichita State University, 2018-12)There has been a significant increase in demand for commercial and non-commercial airplanes. In the aviation industry, aircraft seats play a vital role in occupant protection during air crash scenarios, and hence they are ... -
Automotive rear-end crash simulations according to fmvss 310r for evaluation of structural damage and prediction of occupant potential injuries through linear regression
(Wichita State University, 2018-12)The automotive industry has been constantly working to improve the safety of the passengers in cars by researching and upgrading the various features already in use. Although the frequency of rear-end collisions stands ... -
Effects of laser interface sintering on monolayer copper micro-particles using a carbon dioxide pulsed laser system
(Wichita State University, 2018-12)Manufacturing of complex and intricate structures using the laser sintering process are in great demand for various applications such as thermal management, light weight structures, filtration, biomedical systems, and ... -
Design and evaluation of a portable nanofilter system for continuous water supplies in water-scarce locations
(Wichita State University, 2018-12)Water is a very essential and necessary element in human life. About 70% of water found in the human body is located in the cells. Lack of pure water in developing countries creates many health problems, such as diarrhea, ... -
Investigation of wastewater treatment using waste materials and algae through carbonization and activation processes
(Wichita State University, 2018-12)Clean drinking water is one of the most important issues in the world and will be one of the most studied subjects together with food in the near future. Some freshwater sources are contaminated with sulfur, nitrogen, ... -
Dielectric polarization and relaxation of soy protein-based biomaterial and its nanocomposites
(Wichita State University, 2018-12)Plant protein-based biomaterials and biocomposites have gained great interest in non-biological and non-medical applications such as adhesives, foams, and plastics to substitute petroleum-based polymer products, because ... -
Automated scanning techniques using UR5
(Hindawi, 2019-02-03)This study seeks to advance technologies pertaining to integration of low-cost collaborative robots to perform scanning operations where moderate accuracy is needed. Part inspection is an almost universal aspect of ... -
Modeling and control of a 2-DOF dielectric elastomer diaphragm actuator
(IEEE, 2019-02)In optical systems, reflectors are commonly used for directing light beams to desired directions. In this paper, a dielectric elastomer (DE) based optical manipulator is developed for two degrees-of-freedom (2-DOF) ... -
Enhancing fire and mechanical strengths of epoxy nanocomposites for metal/metal bonding of aircraft aluminum alloys
(John Wiley and Sons, 2019-02-14)Epoxy adhesives have a wide range of applications in aerospace, automotive, marine, and construction industries. Epoxies reduce the weight of a structure by minimizing the use of fasteners. With the application of epoxy ... -
The effect of working fluid properties on the performance of a miniature free piston expander for waste heat harvesting
(Elsevier, 2019-03-25)Power generation from waste heat sources at the miniature length scales may be generated by using phase change working fluids (liquid-to-vapor) in a traditional boiler-expander-condenser-pump system. This paper builds on ... -
Polyurethane nanocomposite coating with silanized graphene and hexagonal boron nitride as nanoadditives for improved resistance against ultraviolet degradation
(SAGE, 2018-09-14)Polyurethane coatings modified with silanized graphene and/or hexagonal boron nitride as nanoadditives were synthesized, characterized, and tested for ultraviolet degradation and hydrophobicity. These coatings containing ... -
Crashworthiness analysis of an aircraft fuselage section with an auxiliary fuel tank using a hybrid multibody/plastic hinge approach
(Taylor & Francis, 2019-01-28)The drop test of a Boeing-737 fuselage section is modelled using a multibody (MB) with spatial plastic hinge method. The test is simulated in MADYMO to evaluate the structural interaction of the cabin with a stiff auxiliary ... -
The geometrical advantages of helical carbon nanotubes for high-performance multifunctional polymeric nanocomposites
(Elsevier, 2019-01-01)Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs) with their low densities exhibit remarkable material properties, making them as an excellent choice for high-performance structural applications. However, the polymer matrix used to bond ... -
Advanced recycled materials for economic production of fire resistant fabrics
(ASME, 2018)Fire protective clothing is crucial in many applications, in military/government (Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Law Enforcement) and industry (working with furnaces, casting, machining and welding). ... -
Investigating effects of graphene nanoinclusions for improved desalination rates of salt water under solar heat
(ASME, 2018)The development of sustainable, cost-effective, reliable, efficient and stable materials and methods for continuous fresh water production is crucial for many regions of the world. Among the many other options, graphene ... -
Effect of pre-bending on formability of DQ steel and Al 5182
(ASME, 2018)The effect of the pre-bending operation on ductility can be significant in determining the limit strains of the final product. The strain path experienced in straight tube bulging is significantly different from that of ... -
Lightning strike protection and EMI shielding of fiber reinforced composite using gold and silver nanofilms
(ASME, 2018)Carbon fiber reinforced composites are very much imperative to future-generation aircraft structures. However, lightning strike protection (LSP) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) are main concerns. Carbon fibers have ... -
Pedestrian collision responses using legform impactor subsystem and full-sized pedestrian model on different workbenches
(ASME, 2018)Car-pedestrian collision fatalities have been reported for a significant number of roadside accidents around the world. In order to reduce the lower extremity injuries in car-pedestrian collisions, it is important to ... -
Effects of reflux temperature and molarity of acidic solution on chemical functionalization of Helical Carbon Nanotubes
(SAE International, 2018-03)The use of nanomaterials and nanostructures have been revolutionizing the advancements of science and technology in various engineering and medical fields. As an example, Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs) have been extensively used ...
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