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Fiber Resin Composite Bearings in Wave Energy Converter

Kim M.R., Ankeny A.E., GGB Bearing Technology, US

The Pelamis Wave Energy Converter is an electric power generation system that uses a revolutionary power conversion unit to convert ocean wave energy to electricity. It harnesses the undulating motion of ocean waves by translating [...]

Properties of a Newly Developed Carbon-Aluminum Nanocomposite

Yang M., Novak J., Fink R., Brookover J., Jiang N., Applied Nanotech, Inc., US

A unique carbon-based metal nanocomposite comprised of 80% carbonaceous matrix and a dispersed metal component of 20% aluminum material, represents a culmination of efforts in material science and manufacturing processes focused on the advancement of [...]

Characterization of new type polymer composites prepared by in situ coffining electrospun fibers into polymer matrixes

Tsutsumi H., Hara C., Yamaguchi University, JP

A number of methods are available for preparing a fiber reinforced polymer composite from two or more polymer matrixes and fibers. Many difficulties (for example, increasing viscosity of processing fluid, homogeneity of fibers in the [...]

Influence of the crystallite size of BaTiO3 on the dielectric properties of polyester reactive resin composite materials

Schumacher B., Geßwein H., Hanemann T., Haußelt J., Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe, DE

Today’s electric equipment has to be small in dimension and rich in functionality to be successful with the customer. The available surface area on today’s printed circuit boards (PCB) is decreasing as a result and [...]

Fabrication of Nano-engineered Composites Reinforced with Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs)

Wicks S.S., Yamamoto N., Guzman de Villoria R., Ishiguro K., Cebeci H., Wardle B.L., Massachusetts Institute of Technology, US

Composites, consisting of aligned advanced fibers embedded in epoxy, are common structural materials used in the aerospace industry for their superior strength to weight ratio and their versatility in tailoring specific mechanical properties, among other [...]

Arkema Inc. Graphistrength ™ Multi-Wall Carbon Nanotubes

McAndrew T.P., Laurent P., Havel M., Roger C., Arkema Inc., US

Arkema Inc. produces multi-wall carbon nanotubes (CNTs), and masterbatches from CNTs in various resins. Electrical and mechanical performance of CNT-containing composite systems is presented.

Direct Laser Writing of Microtunnels and Reservoirs on Nanocomposite Materials

Chen H., Liu X., Muthuraman H., Zou J., Wang J., Dai Q., Huo Q., University of Central Florida, US

Using the efficient photon—thermal energy conversion property of gold nanoparticles, a direct laser writing method has been developed for the fabrication of microstructures including microtunnels (see figure), holes, and reservoirs on nanoparticle/polymer composite thin films. [...]

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