碳纤维复合芯导线舞动及扭转损伤特性研究

碳纤维复合芯导线运行过程长期受舞动与扭转作用,其主承力部件环氧树脂增强碳纤维复合材料芯棒韧性较差,在舞动或扭转工况下,复合材料芯棒能否可靠运行是电网运行部门关注的关键问题。利用导线舞动与扭转试验,通过研究不同舞动次数后复合芯棒的结构与机械性能,客观评价复合芯导线的安全适用性。研究结果表明,碳纤维导线在25%额定拉断力下舞动90万次后铝线全部断股,而碳纤维复合芯在连续舞动100万次的情况下,其抗拉强度依然保持在90%初始强度以上,复合芯无损探伤检测亦未发现芯棒破坏。碳纤维复合芯在25%RTS张力下连续扭转100万次后,铝线未发生断股现象,其抗拉强度保持在90%初始强度以上,两种严酷工况试验证明碳纤维复合芯可在高电压等级分裂导线中长期安全使用。     

Microstructure evolution and interfacial bonding mechanisms of ultrasonically soldered sapphire/Al dissimilar joints using Sn-based solders

Sapphire and 5A06 Al were ultrasonically soldered with Sn9Zn, SAC305 alloy solders and NiCu alloy foam added Sn-based composite solders, respectively. The microstructure and mechanical properties of joints were investigated and the interfacial bonding mechanism was analyzed. Cracks were observed at the sapphire/Sn matrix interface in joints soldered with alloy solders, which were disappeared in the joints soldered with composite solders. In the joint using NiCu–Sn9Zn composite solder, the solder seam was uneven and Al₃Ni intermetallic compound (IMC) layer was formed on the surface of NiCu alloy skeletons. While in the joint using NiCu-SAC305 composite solder, fine particles of (Ni,Zn)₃Sn₄ were largely formed and homogeneously distributed in the solder seam. An amorphous Al₂O₃ transition layer was formed at the sapphire/Sn matrix interface, and Zn enrichment was found at the Sn matrix/amorphous Al₂O₃ interface. The action mechanism of Zn was analyzed by first-principles calculation. The joints soldered with NiCu-SAC305 composite solder exhibited the highest shear strength of 74.42 MPa, the shearing failure mainly happened in the soldering seam.     

The role of an interfacial interpenetrating polymer network formation on the adhesion of resin composite layers in immediate dentin sealing

The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of chemical and physical processes at the resin-composite and composite-cement interface as a function of the resin composite's water exposure on the bond strength (BS) between these two components. The free-radical concentration was studied using electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR), while the chemical changes at the resin composite's surface were studied using attenuated total-reflection FTIR spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR). The free-radical concentration in the studied samples dropped to 10% in 24 h, indicating that prolonged BS values do not correlate with the free-radical concentration. An alternative bonding mechanism between the resin composite and the composite cement was proposed, based on the formation of an interpenetrating polymer network (IPN) layer at the interface. As proven using ATR-FTIR spectroscopy, changes occurred at the resin composite's surface as a consequence of water exposure, comprising the diffusion of water molecules into the resin composite. These changes reduced the diffusion rate of the composite cement's phosphorus-containing monomers into the resin composite, as shown by the linescan SEM-EDS analysis of phosphorus, thus reducing the thickness of the IPN layer at the interface and consequently reducing the BS between both components.This study reveals that the concentration of free radicals at the surface of the resin composite is only relevant immediately after the polymerisation to the bond strength between the resin composite and the composite cement. Therefore, an alternative explanation is given by applying the theory of the formation of a gradient IPN at the interface between the resin composite and the adhesive cement by changes in the rate of diffusion of the adhesive cement's monomers into the resin composite as a function of the resin composite's exposure to water.     

Jute and hollow conjugated polyester composites for outdoor & indoor insulation applications

The research work aims at investigating the fitness of jute and hollow conjugated polyester (HCP) composites for indoor and outdoor applications. Limiting oxygen value index, natural weathering exposure was done on four optimized composite structures; i) sandwich structure composite (A); ii) blended non-woven structure composite (B); iii) multiple layers with 5% of low melt polyester added composite (C); (iv) multiple layers of non-woven stitched composite (D) were produced. Their tensile strength, strain at break, and Young’s modulus values were evaluated both before and after the coating of acrylic-based silicon emulsion (ASE). From the experimental results, it is suggested that sample A can be used for an interior trim, sample B can be a base material for interior designing, sample C can replace the usage of wood, plastics, metals, and alloys in hardware applicationsand sample D can be used in interiors as an insulation material in commercial buildings for the purpose of internal cooling or heating.     

The effect of methyl-tri-n-butylammonium methylsulfate and graphite nanoplates on production of antistatic acrylic polymer

Methyl-tri-n-butylammonium methylsulfate (BIL) was incorporated into acrylic resin to improve antistatic property of acrylic polymer (AP). In order to avoid reduction in the mechanical properties of acrylic film and to reach higher electrical conductivity values, the combination of graphite nanoplates (Gr) and BIL was used. The effects of incorporation of BIL and Gr into AP on UV-blocking properties and UV transmittance data of acrylic films were measured. After 120 days, AP containing 5 wt% BIL and 0.01 wt% Gr, and AP+15 wt% BIL exhibited antistatic property. While BIL incorporation into acrylic resin deteriorated the mechanical properties, 0.01 wt% Gr incorporation increased the tensile strength by 83%.     

Effect of sintering on the microstructure and mechanical properties of alloy titanium-wollastonite composite fabricated by powder injection moulding process

Composite biomaterials are in high demand in the medical field of today. The combination of bioactive wollastonite (WA) glass ceramic with the biocompatibility of alloy titanium (Ti6Al4V) could be a good candidate for implant applications. The rheological properties of Ti6Al4V/WA feedstock show a pseudoplastic behaviour with low activation energy. The feedstock was successfully injected as a green part with no defects. The green part was solvent debound for 6?h in heptane and thermal debound in an argon environment for 1?h. The brown part was successfully sintered at 1300?°C for 3?h with 5?°C/min heating and cooling rates. The average sintered density was 4.12?g/cm³; which is 97.5% from the theoretical density. The highest Young's modulus obtained was 18.10?GPa; which is in the range of human bone strength. EDX analysis shows that by increasing sintering temperature, the level of oxygen decreased. Cell viability test shown an absorbance increased with days increasing indicated that the cellular were proliferated on the composite Ti6Al4V/WA composite which also proved that the composite was non-toxic. This indicates that the Ti6Al4V/WA composite is suitable for bone implant applications.     

Radiation damage behavior of carbon/carbon composite in Low Earth Orbit environment

To understand the degradation behavior of Carbon/Carbon(C/C) composite in LEO radiation environment, groups of 2D-C/C composites samples were exposed to ground-based Low Earth Orbit(LEO) simulating facilities. The LEO radiating environment covers part of Van Allen inner belt, which contains atomic oxygen(AO) and high-energy proton radiating regions. These two kinds of radiating sources were arranged for simulating the real LEO radiating conditions regarding to the first orbit movement speed of serving space shuttles. Changes of micro-structure, mass loss, surface roughness, chemical construction and thermal physical properties after environmental assessment were analyzed and compared to understand the damage behavior of LEO radiation on C/C composite. It was found that AO is the main factor of mass loss in LEO radiating particles. The charged high-energy protons have an aggravating damage ability with energetic AO, damage situations of degree in orbit down process is more serious than in orbit rising process. The LEO radiation damage mechanisms of C/C composite are revealed and expounded either.     

Novel poly(3‐hydroxybutyrate) composite films containing bioactive glass nanoparticles for wound healing applications

Bioactive glass is considered an ideal material for haemostasis as it releases Ca²⁺ ions upon hydration, which is required to support thrombosis. In this study the effects of the presence of nanoscaled bioactive glass (n‐BG) in poly(3‐hydroxybutyrate) (P(3HB)) microsphere films on the structural properties, thermal properties and biocompatibility of the films were studied. The n‐BG with a high surface area was also tested for its in vitro haemostatic efficacy and was found to be able to successfully reduce clot detection time. In an effort to study the effect of the roughness induced by the formation of hydroxyapatite on cellular functions such as cell adhesion, cell mobility and cell differentiation, the composite films were immersed in simulated body fluid for periods of 1, 3 and 7 days. From scanning electron microscopy images, the surface of the P(3HB)/n‐BG composite microsphere films appeared fairly uniform and smooth on day 1; however on day 3 and day 7 a rough and uneven surface was observed. The presence of hydroxyapatite on the composite microsphere films on day 3 and day 7 influenced the surface roughness of the films. However, when the P(3HB)/n‐BG composite microsphere films with enhanced surface roughness were tested for biocompatibility, reduced amounts of protein adsorption and cell adhesion were observed. This study thus revealed that there is an optimal surface roughness for the P(3HB) microsphere films for increased cell adhesion, beyond which it could be deleterious for cell adhesion and differentiation. © 2016 Society of Chemical Industry