The International Journal of Engineering & Science is aimed at providing a platform for researchers, engineers, scientists, or educators to publish their original research results, to exchange new ideas, to disseminate information in innovative designs, engineering experiences and technological skills. It is also the Journal's objective to promote engineering and technology education. All papers submitted to the Journal will be blind peer-reviewed. Only original articles will be published.
The papers for publication in The International Journal of Engineering& Science are selected through rigorous peer reviews to ensure originality, timeliness, relevance, and readability.
Fabrication and characterization of conducting polymer compositeijoejournal
The ion conducting polymer composite specimen has been prepared by using Polyvinyl- pyrrolidone
(PVP) and Potassium hydroxide (KOH) using double distilled water as the solvent. The solution cast
techniques was used to prepare the specimens. The main objective of the project is to study structural and
mechanical properties of the polymer composite specimen. The conductivity and micro structure analysis
has been carried out. The results revealed conductivity and hardness of the polymer composite increased
with concentration of the KOH salt
The International Journal of Engineering & Science is aimed at providing a platform for researchers, engineers, scientists, or educators to publish their original research results, to exchange new ideas, to disseminate information in innovative designs, engineering experiences and technological skills. It is also the Journal's objective to promote engineering and technology education. All papers submitted to the Journal will be blind peer-reviewed. Only original articles will be published.
The papers for publication in The International Journal of Engineering& Science are selected through rigorous peer reviews to ensure originality, timeliness, relevance, and readability.
Evaluation of curing behavior of tetra functional epoxy resin with methyl nad...IAEME Publication
Tetra-functional epoxy resin has been synthesized, starting from 4,4’-diaminodiphenylether and epichlorohydrin. The curing behavior of synthesized epoxy resin has been evaluated using methyl nadic anhydride (MNA) as a curing material. The obtained resin was characterized by FT-IR and 1HNMR spectroscopy. The curing behavior of epoxy resin with MNA has been studied using FT-IR and Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) techniques. The thermal behavior of epoxy resin has been evaluated using Thermo gravimetric Analyzer (TGA) and DSC techniques. The DSC analysis of uncured resin with MNA showed the maximum rate of curing at 177 0C. The cured epoxy resin showed Tg at 197 0C. The TGA analysis of cured epoxy resin showed two step degradation, Tonset at 350 0C with char yield of 22% at 800 0C
Mechanical Properties Of Fibre Reinforced Concrete Subjected To Elevated Temp...IJARIDEA Journal
The impact of high temperature on the break property of solidified cements which are strengthened with steel and polypropylene filaments have been explored inside the extent of this review. Test comes about demonstrates that higher temperature brings about lessening quality in both the filaments however with a variety in the most extreme temperature. Steel fiber strengthened cement and polypropylene fiber fortified cement is a cementitious material fortified with a given substance of discrete strands. The better mechanical property makes these filaments critical in building development and has expanded use fundamentally in view of its vitality assimilation limit. The vitality required to haul out the strands from the broke cement is more than the vitality required to split the solid grid. Hence, the vitality ingestion limit is the primary material property profited by fiber fortifications. Be that as it may, this vitality retention property holds great just up to a specific temperature. This consider was examined the present work keeping in mind the end goal to evaluate the ideal temperature up to which the quality of the solid filaments would be most extreme.
Keywords— Compressive Strength, High Temperature, Steel Fibre, Polypropylene Fibre.
Electrospun Nanofibers Reinforced Aluminium Matrix Composites, A Trial to Imp...IJAMSE Journal
A comparison between TiO2 nanofibers and carbon nanofibers as fibers reinforced metal matrix composites with respect to mechanical properties improvements have been made in this paper. Al and Mg have been chosen as metal matrices. The used carbon and ceramic nanofibers (Titanium Oxide) were successfully synthesized using electrospinning technique. Various weight percentage of calcined
electrospun TiO2 and carbon nanofibers (1, 3, 5 and 10%) were mixed with metal matrix and fabricated by route of powder metallurgy using High Frequency Induction heat Sintering (HFIHS). Mechanical properties of the sintered composites have been investigated. The manufactured pellets were tested for compression test, hardness and microstructures by the field emission scanning electron microscopes (FESEM), which reveals the homogeneous distribution of nanofibers in the Al/Mg matrices. In addition,
energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) was employed to obtain the chemical analysis of each composite. The result shows that, the ultimate compressive strength increased to 415 MPa at 5% TiO2, which is 13.5% more than the pure Al. The hardness increased up to 64% in case of using the ceramic nanofibers as reinforcement. While using CNFs as reinforcement to the Al matrix deteriorates the
mechanical properties.
Fabrication and characterization of conducting polymer compositeijoejournal
The ion conducting polymer composite specimen has been prepared by using Polyvinyl- pyrrolidone
(PVP) and Potassium hydroxide (KOH) using double distilled water as the solvent. The solution cast
techniques was used to prepare the specimens. The main objective of the project is to study structural and
mechanical properties of the polymer composite specimen. The conductivity and micro structure analysis
has been carried out. The results revealed conductivity and hardness of the polymer composite increased
with concentration of the KOH salt
The International Journal of Engineering & Science is aimed at providing a platform for researchers, engineers, scientists, or educators to publish their original research results, to exchange new ideas, to disseminate information in innovative designs, engineering experiences and technological skills. It is also the Journal's objective to promote engineering and technology education. All papers submitted to the Journal will be blind peer-reviewed. Only original articles will be published.
The papers for publication in The International Journal of Engineering& Science are selected through rigorous peer reviews to ensure originality, timeliness, relevance, and readability.
Evaluation of curing behavior of tetra functional epoxy resin with methyl nad...IAEME Publication
Tetra-functional epoxy resin has been synthesized, starting from 4,4’-diaminodiphenylether and epichlorohydrin. The curing behavior of synthesized epoxy resin has been evaluated using methyl nadic anhydride (MNA) as a curing material. The obtained resin was characterized by FT-IR and 1HNMR spectroscopy. The curing behavior of epoxy resin with MNA has been studied using FT-IR and Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) techniques. The thermal behavior of epoxy resin has been evaluated using Thermo gravimetric Analyzer (TGA) and DSC techniques. The DSC analysis of uncured resin with MNA showed the maximum rate of curing at 177 0C. The cured epoxy resin showed Tg at 197 0C. The TGA analysis of cured epoxy resin showed two step degradation, Tonset at 350 0C with char yield of 22% at 800 0C
Mechanical Properties Of Fibre Reinforced Concrete Subjected To Elevated Temp...IJARIDEA Journal
The impact of high temperature on the break property of solidified cements which are strengthened with steel and polypropylene filaments have been explored inside the extent of this review. Test comes about demonstrates that higher temperature brings about lessening quality in both the filaments however with a variety in the most extreme temperature. Steel fiber strengthened cement and polypropylene fiber fortified cement is a cementitious material fortified with a given substance of discrete strands. The better mechanical property makes these filaments critical in building development and has expanded use fundamentally in view of its vitality assimilation limit. The vitality required to haul out the strands from the broke cement is more than the vitality required to split the solid grid. Hence, the vitality ingestion limit is the primary material property profited by fiber fortifications. Be that as it may, this vitality retention property holds great just up to a specific temperature. This consider was examined the present work keeping in mind the end goal to evaluate the ideal temperature up to which the quality of the solid filaments would be most extreme.
Keywords— Compressive Strength, High Temperature, Steel Fibre, Polypropylene Fibre.
Electrospun Nanofibers Reinforced Aluminium Matrix Composites, A Trial to Imp...IJAMSE Journal
A comparison between TiO2 nanofibers and carbon nanofibers as fibers reinforced metal matrix composites with respect to mechanical properties improvements have been made in this paper. Al and Mg have been chosen as metal matrices. The used carbon and ceramic nanofibers (Titanium Oxide) were successfully synthesized using electrospinning technique. Various weight percentage of calcined
electrospun TiO2 and carbon nanofibers (1, 3, 5 and 10%) were mixed with metal matrix and fabricated by route of powder metallurgy using High Frequency Induction heat Sintering (HFIHS). Mechanical properties of the sintered composites have been investigated. The manufactured pellets were tested for compression test, hardness and microstructures by the field emission scanning electron microscopes (FESEM), which reveals the homogeneous distribution of nanofibers in the Al/Mg matrices. In addition,
energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) was employed to obtain the chemical analysis of each composite. The result shows that, the ultimate compressive strength increased to 415 MPa at 5% TiO2, which is 13.5% more than the pure Al. The hardness increased up to 64% in case of using the ceramic nanofibers as reinforcement. While using CNFs as reinforcement to the Al matrix deteriorates the
mechanical properties.
International Refereed Journal of Engineering and Science (IRJES)irjes
International Refereed Journal of Engineering and Science (IRJES) is a leading international journal for publication of new ideas, the state of the art research results and fundamental advances in all aspects of Engineering and Science. IRJES is a open access, peer reviewed international journal with a primary objective to provide the academic community and industry for the submission of half of original research and applications.
Studies on Electrical and Sensing Properties of Polyaniline / Iron Oxide (-F...IJERA Editor
Polyaniline iron oxide nanocomposites were prepared by in-situ polymerization method. These
nanocomposites were characterized by employing Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR), Scanning Electron
Microscope (SEM),Thermal study by (TGA).The dc conductivity of prepared nanocomposites was measured as
a function of temperature which shows the strong interaction between Polyaniline and iron oxide nanoparticles
and exhibits semiconducting behavior.Finally, the sensing properties of these nanocomposites are also studied at
room temperature.
Thermodynamic characterization of metal dissolution and inhibitor adsorption ...IJRES Journal
The inhibition effect of 1-hexyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride (HMIC) on the corrosion of mild
steel in 2M sulphuric acid solution has been investigated by weight loss. potentiodynamic polarization and
electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. The effect of temperature on the corrosion behavior of mild steel in
2M H2SO4 with addition of inhibitor was studied in weight loss method at the temperature range of 308-328 K.
Results obtained that the inhibition efficiency increases with increasing the concentration of the inhibitor and
decreases with increasing the temperature. Polarization and impedance measurements were in good agreement.
The adsorption of this inhibitor on the mild steel surface obeys the Langmuir adsorption isotherm. Fourier
transform spectroscopy (FTIR) and Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was also carried out to establish the
corrosion inhibit property of this inhibitor in sulphuric acid medium. Quantum chemical calculations were
performed using density functional theory to find out whether a clear link exists between the inhibitive effect of
the inhibitor and the electronic properties of its main constituents.
The project will focus on synthesis of hexagonal structured pure phases of compositions: BaM1/3Ti2/3O3-δ and BaM1/6Ti5/6O3-δ, where M= Sc, In and Fe via different methods such as Solid state sintering and wet chemical route. The ultimate goal is to finding structure – functionality relationships within these proton and mixed conducting systems. A substantial effort will focus on search for and fabrication of new materials although the main part of the work will concentrate on detailed structural characterisation (rietveld refinement), impedance spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy and thermogravimetric analysis.
Effect of calcination on the electrical properties and quantum confinement of...eSAT Journals
Abstract Fe2O3 nanoparticles have been prepared by a simple solvothermal method using a domestic microwave oven. X-ray powder diffraction measurement indicates the amorphous nature of the as-prepared sample. Calcined samples were obtained by annealing the as-prepared sample at different temperatures, viz. 400, 500, 600 and 700oC. Transmission electron microscopic images indicate that all the five samples are spherical in shape. AC electrical measurements were carried out on pelletized samples by the parallel plate capacitor method at various temperatures ranging from 40-130oC and frequencies ranging from 100 Hz -1 MHz. Results indicate low AC electrical conductivities and consequently show the occurrence of nano confined states. The exciton Bohr radii obtained from the dielectric constant values at 40oC temperature and 1 kHz frequency are 41.8, 54.8, 55.3, 56.3 and 27.0 respectively for the as-prepared sample and samples calcined at 400, 500, 600 and 700oC which indicate a strong quantum confinement effect. The impedance spectra observed exhibit non-ideal behavior. Keywords: Semiconductors, Magnetic materials, Nanoparticles, Electrical properties
Effect of calcination on the electrical properties and quantum confinement of...eSAT Publishing House
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology
Thermal analysis and dc conductivity of polypyrroleeSAT Journals
Abstract Polypyrrole/Yttrium Oxide (PPy/Y2O2) Composites are synthesized by chemical method. Thermal stability of the above composites is characterized by TGA and DSC. Dc conductivity measurements of the composites are also carried out. The results are used to calculate the activation energy. Sensor activities of the composites are also discussed.
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) aims to cover the latest outstanding developments in the field of all Engineering Technologies & science.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is a team of researchers not publication services or private publications running the journals for monetary benefits, we are association of scientists and academia who focus only on supporting authors who want to publish their work. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online, all the articles will be archived for real time access.
Our journal system primarily aims to bring out the research talent and the works done by sciaentists, academia, engineers, practitioners, scholars, post graduate students of engineering and science. This journal aims to cover the scientific research in a broader sense and not publishing a niche area of research facilitating researchers from various verticals to publish their papers. It is also aimed to provide a platform for the researchers to publish in a shorter of time, enabling them to continue further All articles published are freely available to scientific researchers in the Government agencies,educators and the general public. We are taking serious efforts to promote our journal across the globe in various ways, we are sure that our journal will act as a scientific platform for all researchers to publish their works online.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
Studies of the Atomic and Crystalline Characteristics of Ceramic Oxide Nano P...albertdivis
In the present study, some transition metal oxides (Zinc oxide, iron oxide and copper oxide) which are widely used in the fabrication of electronic devices were selected and subjected to biofield treatment.
Experimental and Theoretical Investigation of Thiazolyl Blue as a Corrosion I...Al Baha University
The anticorrosion effect of thiazolyl blue (MTT) for copper in 3% NaCl at 298 K
was researched by electrochemical methods, scanning electron-microscopy (SEM), and atomic
force microscopy (AFM). The results reveal that MTT can protect copper efficiently, with a
maximum efficiency of 95.7%. The corrosion inhibition mechanism was investigated by X-ray
photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Fourier transform infrared spectral (FT-IR), and theoretical
calculation. The results suggest that the MTT molecules are adsorbed on metal surface forming a
hydrophobic protective film to prevent copper corrosion. It also indicates that the MTT and copper
form covalent bonds. The molecular dynamic simulation further gives the evidence for adsorption.
The adsorption isotherm studies demonstrate that a spontaneous, mixed physical and chemical
adsorption occurs, which obeys Langmuir adsorption isotherm. The present research can help us
better understand the corrosion inhibition process and improve it.
A facile method to prepare CdO-Mn3O4 nanocompositeIOSR Journals
CdO-Mn3O4 nanocomposite has been prepared by a simple solvothermal method using a domestic microwave oven. Cadmium acetate, manganese acetate and urea were used as the precursors and ethylene glycol as the solvent. The as-prepared sample was annealed for 1 hour in each case at different temperatures, viz. 100, 200 and 300°C. The as-prepared and annealed samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopic analyses. Results indicate that annealing at 300°C is required to get the sample with high phase purity and homogeneity. The present study indicates that the method adopted can be considered as an economical and scalable one to prepare the proposed nanocomposite with reduced size, phase purity and homogeneity.
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology
Energy Conversion on Differential Magnetization of Fe3O4 FerrofluidIJERA Editor
Ferrofluids are stable suspension of ferrimagnetic nanoparticles in hydrocarbon carrier. This fluid is used for harvesting energy using energy conversion device which is presented in this work. The device consists of two chambers, they are hot and cold chamber in which differential magnetization is linked with an inductor. Classically very small value of coupling coefficient |k| has been observed. System configuration shows an emf generation rate of about 44.4µV/K. Presented work shows another way of harvesting energy. Ferrofluid having a particle size of 21nm was used in this case
International Refereed Journal of Engineering and Science (IRJES)irjes
International Refereed Journal of Engineering and Science (IRJES) is a leading international journal for publication of new ideas, the state of the art research results and fundamental advances in all aspects of Engineering and Science. IRJES is a open access, peer reviewed international journal with a primary objective to provide the academic community and industry for the submission of half of original research and applications.
Studies on Electrical and Sensing Properties of Polyaniline / Iron Oxide (-F...IJERA Editor
Polyaniline iron oxide nanocomposites were prepared by in-situ polymerization method. These
nanocomposites were characterized by employing Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR), Scanning Electron
Microscope (SEM),Thermal study by (TGA).The dc conductivity of prepared nanocomposites was measured as
a function of temperature which shows the strong interaction between Polyaniline and iron oxide nanoparticles
and exhibits semiconducting behavior.Finally, the sensing properties of these nanocomposites are also studied at
room temperature.
Thermodynamic characterization of metal dissolution and inhibitor adsorption ...IJRES Journal
The inhibition effect of 1-hexyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride (HMIC) on the corrosion of mild
steel in 2M sulphuric acid solution has been investigated by weight loss. potentiodynamic polarization and
electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. The effect of temperature on the corrosion behavior of mild steel in
2M H2SO4 with addition of inhibitor was studied in weight loss method at the temperature range of 308-328 K.
Results obtained that the inhibition efficiency increases with increasing the concentration of the inhibitor and
decreases with increasing the temperature. Polarization and impedance measurements were in good agreement.
The adsorption of this inhibitor on the mild steel surface obeys the Langmuir adsorption isotherm. Fourier
transform spectroscopy (FTIR) and Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was also carried out to establish the
corrosion inhibit property of this inhibitor in sulphuric acid medium. Quantum chemical calculations were
performed using density functional theory to find out whether a clear link exists between the inhibitive effect of
the inhibitor and the electronic properties of its main constituents.
The project will focus on synthesis of hexagonal structured pure phases of compositions: BaM1/3Ti2/3O3-δ and BaM1/6Ti5/6O3-δ, where M= Sc, In and Fe via different methods such as Solid state sintering and wet chemical route. The ultimate goal is to finding structure – functionality relationships within these proton and mixed conducting systems. A substantial effort will focus on search for and fabrication of new materials although the main part of the work will concentrate on detailed structural characterisation (rietveld refinement), impedance spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy and thermogravimetric analysis.
Effect of calcination on the electrical properties and quantum confinement of...eSAT Journals
Abstract Fe2O3 nanoparticles have been prepared by a simple solvothermal method using a domestic microwave oven. X-ray powder diffraction measurement indicates the amorphous nature of the as-prepared sample. Calcined samples were obtained by annealing the as-prepared sample at different temperatures, viz. 400, 500, 600 and 700oC. Transmission electron microscopic images indicate that all the five samples are spherical in shape. AC electrical measurements were carried out on pelletized samples by the parallel plate capacitor method at various temperatures ranging from 40-130oC and frequencies ranging from 100 Hz -1 MHz. Results indicate low AC electrical conductivities and consequently show the occurrence of nano confined states. The exciton Bohr radii obtained from the dielectric constant values at 40oC temperature and 1 kHz frequency are 41.8, 54.8, 55.3, 56.3 and 27.0 respectively for the as-prepared sample and samples calcined at 400, 500, 600 and 700oC which indicate a strong quantum confinement effect. The impedance spectra observed exhibit non-ideal behavior. Keywords: Semiconductors, Magnetic materials, Nanoparticles, Electrical properties
Effect of calcination on the electrical properties and quantum confinement of...eSAT Publishing House
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology
Thermal analysis and dc conductivity of polypyrroleeSAT Journals
Abstract Polypyrrole/Yttrium Oxide (PPy/Y2O2) Composites are synthesized by chemical method. Thermal stability of the above composites is characterized by TGA and DSC. Dc conductivity measurements of the composites are also carried out. The results are used to calculate the activation energy. Sensor activities of the composites are also discussed.
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) aims to cover the latest outstanding developments in the field of all Engineering Technologies & science.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is a team of researchers not publication services or private publications running the journals for monetary benefits, we are association of scientists and academia who focus only on supporting authors who want to publish their work. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online, all the articles will be archived for real time access.
Our journal system primarily aims to bring out the research talent and the works done by sciaentists, academia, engineers, practitioners, scholars, post graduate students of engineering and science. This journal aims to cover the scientific research in a broader sense and not publishing a niche area of research facilitating researchers from various verticals to publish their papers. It is also aimed to provide a platform for the researchers to publish in a shorter of time, enabling them to continue further All articles published are freely available to scientific researchers in the Government agencies,educators and the general public. We are taking serious efforts to promote our journal across the globe in various ways, we are sure that our journal will act as a scientific platform for all researchers to publish their works online.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
Studies of the Atomic and Crystalline Characteristics of Ceramic Oxide Nano P...albertdivis
In the present study, some transition metal oxides (Zinc oxide, iron oxide and copper oxide) which are widely used in the fabrication of electronic devices were selected and subjected to biofield treatment.
Experimental and Theoretical Investigation of Thiazolyl Blue as a Corrosion I...Al Baha University
The anticorrosion effect of thiazolyl blue (MTT) for copper in 3% NaCl at 298 K
was researched by electrochemical methods, scanning electron-microscopy (SEM), and atomic
force microscopy (AFM). The results reveal that MTT can protect copper efficiently, with a
maximum efficiency of 95.7%. The corrosion inhibition mechanism was investigated by X-ray
photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Fourier transform infrared spectral (FT-IR), and theoretical
calculation. The results suggest that the MTT molecules are adsorbed on metal surface forming a
hydrophobic protective film to prevent copper corrosion. It also indicates that the MTT and copper
form covalent bonds. The molecular dynamic simulation further gives the evidence for adsorption.
The adsorption isotherm studies demonstrate that a spontaneous, mixed physical and chemical
adsorption occurs, which obeys Langmuir adsorption isotherm. The present research can help us
better understand the corrosion inhibition process and improve it.
A facile method to prepare CdO-Mn3O4 nanocompositeIOSR Journals
CdO-Mn3O4 nanocomposite has been prepared by a simple solvothermal method using a domestic microwave oven. Cadmium acetate, manganese acetate and urea were used as the precursors and ethylene glycol as the solvent. The as-prepared sample was annealed for 1 hour in each case at different temperatures, viz. 100, 200 and 300°C. The as-prepared and annealed samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopic analyses. Results indicate that annealing at 300°C is required to get the sample with high phase purity and homogeneity. The present study indicates that the method adopted can be considered as an economical and scalable one to prepare the proposed nanocomposite with reduced size, phase purity and homogeneity.
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology
Energy Conversion on Differential Magnetization of Fe3O4 FerrofluidIJERA Editor
Ferrofluids are stable suspension of ferrimagnetic nanoparticles in hydrocarbon carrier. This fluid is used for harvesting energy using energy conversion device which is presented in this work. The device consists of two chambers, they are hot and cold chamber in which differential magnetization is linked with an inductor. Classically very small value of coupling coefficient |k| has been observed. System configuration shows an emf generation rate of about 44.4µV/K. Presented work shows another way of harvesting energy. Ferrofluid having a particle size of 21nm was used in this case
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
Development of Nanocomposite from Epoxy/PDMS-Cyanate/Nanoclay for Materials w...IJMER
Dicyanate monomer viz bis-4-cyanato-polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS-CY) containing
siloxane known as thermally stable structural unit was prepared. The PDMS-CY/DGEBA-stability, thermal degradation kinetics and microstructures
IrO2 as an anodic electrocatalyst for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) in solid polymer electrolyte (SPE)
electrolysers was synthesised by adapting the Adams fusion method. Optimisation of the IrO2 electrocatalyst was achieved
by varying the synthesis duration (0.5 – 4 hours) and temperature (250 - 500°C). The physical properties of the
electrocatalysts were characterised by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and
x-ray diffraction (XRD). Electrochemical characterisation of the electrocatalysts toward the OER was evaluated by
chronoamperometry (CA). CA analysis revealed the best electrocatalytic activity towards the OER for IrO2 synthesised
for 2 hours at 350oC which displayed a better electrocatalytic activity than the commercial IrO2 electrocatalyst used in this
study. XRD and TEM analyses revealed an increase in crystallinity and average particle size with increasing synthesis
duration and temperature which accounted for the decreasing electrocatalytic activity. At 250°C the formation of an active
IrO2 electrocatalyst was not favoured.
Feasibility Study of Synthesis of Nanostructured Aluminum Nitride Through Sol...IJERA Editor
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc
Microwave dehydrator an environmental friendly step toward improving microwav...eSAT Publishing House
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology.
So far only a limited number of publications have been
concerned with the study of the mixed alkali effect in
glasses with the former TeO2. To our knowledge all were
focused on Li2O–Na2O–TeO2 glasses. The importance
of studying such a phenomenon in TeO2 glasses is due to
many industrial and technological applications concerning
this type. In the present work five different glass samples
of the system (20-x)K2O.xNa2O.80TeO2 were
selected for the present study, here x=0, 5, 10, 15 and 20
mol%. Bulk density and infrared absorption spectroscopy
were measured at room temperature. Quantitative
evaluation of the infrared absorption spectra showed that
the molecular groups were affected by changing the type
of the nearest neighbour alkali species. AC and dc isothermal
electrical conductivity were measured in the temperature
range 300–600 K and in the frequency range
0–100 kHz. Electrical parameters such as dielectric constant,
loss factor and conductivity were extracted from
these experiments and show mixed alkali effect. The glass
transition temperature was obtained from DTA as well
as from the dc electrical conductivity with a minimum
at Tg=485 K for x=10 mol%. The present results were
discussed in the light of ionic diffusion and interchange
transport mechanism of conduction along with structure
in TeO2 based glasses.
Dielectric Behaviour of Pzt Ceramics at Microwave Frequenciestheijes
The International Journal of Engineering & Science is aimed at providing a platform for researchers, engineers, scientists, or educators to publish their original research results, to exchange new ideas, to disseminate information in innovative designs, engineering experiences and technological skills. It is also the Journal's objective to promote engineering and technology education. All papers submitted to the Journal will be blind peer-reviewed. Only original articles will be published.
The papers for publication in The International Journal of Engineering& Science are selected through rigorous peer reviews to ensure originality, timeliness, relevance, and readability.
Theoretical work submitted to the Journal should be original in its motivation or modeling structure. Empirical analysis should be based on a theoretical framework and should be capable of replication. It is expected that all materials required for replication (including computer programs and data sets) should be available upon request to the authors.
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1. The International Journal Of Engineering And Science (IJES)
||Volume|| 3 ||Issue|| 01 || Pages || 11-23 || 2014 ||
ISSN (e): 2319 – 1813 ISSN (p): 2319 – 1805
Infrared Studies Of Curing Of Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’DDS And
Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS Epoxy Systems Using Conventional
And Microwave Energy.
Babatunde Bolasodun1*, Olubukola Rufai1 and Stephen Durowaiye1
1
Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, University of Lagos
------------------------------------------------------ABSTRACT---------------------------------------------------Comparative studies were carried out on the effects of infrared radiation on the cure of two epoxy
resins Araldite DLS 772, Araldite LY 5052 and a hardener, 4 4’ Diaminodiphenyl sulfone.
A microwave heated calorimeter and an industrial oven were used to cure the samples at various
isothermal conditions and different holding times. A FT-IR spectrometer was used to carry out infrared studies
of the cured epoxy samples. The infrared spectra of microwave and conventionally cured samples are similar,
indicating a similar reaction pathway. For both epoxy systems, the rate of consumption of epoxy and amine
groups was higher during curing under microwave conditions. This is because microwave heating directly heats
the polymer molecules as a result of the relaxation of the polarized polymer dipoles along the electric field,
allowing more epoxy to be reacted with the amine in the curing reaction.
Keywords: - Infrared, Epoxy, Microwave, Curing
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Date of Submission: 03 October 2013
Date of Acceptance: 15 January 2014
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I.
INTRODUCTION
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy has been widely used to study crosslinked systems. It can
provide detailed information on the chemical structure of the molecules. Fourier Transform Infrared
spectroscopy also provides a quick and accurate means of determining the extent of conversion. For an epoxy
system, the use of Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy has mainly been limited to the investigation of the
disappearance of epoxy and amine groups [1-4]. The reason for this limitation is because of several factors such
as the complexity of the reactions, the difficulties associated with the characterization of the products during
network formation, and the superimposition of the characteristic bands which make peak identification very
difficult [1-4].
Microwave heating uses the ability of some liquids and solids to convert electromagnetic energy into heat. It is
based on the principle that a material can be heated by applying energy to it in the form of high frequency electromagnetic
waves. An electromagnetic radiation consists of an electric field whose plane is perpendicular to the plane of a magnetic
field. The microwave heating effect originates from the interaction of the electric field component of the microwaves with
charged particles in the materials. A current will be induced through the material if the charged particles are able to move
through the electric field. If the particles can not move because they are bonded to the material, they will simply rearrange
themselves in phase with the electric field. This mechanism is called dielectric polarisation [5].
Figure 1 An electromagnetic wave [6].
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Microwaves have been found to be a good alternative method for curing thermoset polymers.
Compared to conventional heating techniques which are based on conduction of heat through a material,
microwave heating is a direct form of heating. Microwaves generate heat within the materials. Microwave
radiation enables sample temperatures to be potentially changed or controlled more readily [7]. Any increase or
decrease in the microwave input power leads to a corresponding increase or decrease in the temperature of the
material undergoing cure. Unlike conventional heating which heats the material being processed, along with the
walls of the oven and the air surrounding the process material, microwave heating affects only the material
being processed. This makes microwave heating a more energy efficient method of heating materials being
processed, and this translates into lower production costs for microwave heating [3]. Microwaves do not have
any intrinsic difficulties associated with their use, as a result of this, microwave cured products are applied to
many diverse industries [4].
The curing of epoxy resin by amine curing agents is expressed by the formula shown in figure below.
The epoxy moieties of the DGEBA can react with either the primary or secondary amine to form an OH in the
main chain as in (i) and (ii) which, later on, can react with another epoxide ring to further crosslink the resin.
The relative rates of those three reactions are important for the final structure and properties of the cured
resin[8].
This article presents the results of the infrared studies on the conventional and microwave cure of
Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’ DDS and Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS epoxy
II.
EXPERIMENTAL
2.1 MATERIALS
Araldite DLS 772 and Araldite LY 5052 were the epoxy resin used for this research. It was supplied by
Hexcel, UK. Araldite DLS 772 has an epoxy equivalent of 192.33, while Araldite LY 5052 has an epoxy
equivalent of 148. The hardener used for this study was 4 4’ Diaminodiphenyl sulfone. It was supplied by
Sigma-Aldrich.
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Figure 2 Chemical Structure of Epoxy Phenol Novalak Resin
Figure 3 Chemical structure of 1 4, butanedioldiglycidyl ether
O
H 2N
S
NH2
O
Figure 4 4, 4’ diphenyldiaminosulfone [4]
III.
CURING PROCEDURE
In order to choose the appropriate stoichometric amine / epoxy (A/E) ratio value to be used for this research,
Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS and Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’DDS epoxy systems were prepared with amine / epoxy
stoichiometric ratios of 0.5, 0.6, 0.7, 0.8, 0.9, 1.0, 1.1, 1.2. DSC scans were carried out on these systems. The systems were
heated at 10 K min-1 from 30 to 350 oC in order to cure the sample. It was then cooled back to 0 oC, and reheated at a heating
rate of 10 K min-1 in order to determine the glass transition temperature value. The epoxy amine / epoxy ratio with the
highest Tg was chosen for this research.
Similar samples of Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS and Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’DDS epoxy system with amine /
epoxy ratios of 0.5, 0.6, 0.7, 0.8, 0.9, 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 were prepared for microwave curing. A heating rate of 10 K min-1 was
used to cure the sample from 30 to 310 oC, and allowed to cool. Pieces of the cured samples were extracted from the
microwave sample tube, and a DSC scan was carried out on the extracted piece from 30 to 350 oC at a heating rate of 10 K
min-1 in order to determine its glass transition temperature.
220
200
Tg (0C)
180
160
DSC
140
Microwave
120
100
80
60
0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
1
1.1
1.2
A/E Molar Ratio (M)
Figure 5 Plot of Glass Transition against Molar ratio for different stoichiometric ratios for both conventional and microwave
cured samples of Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS epoxy system.
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200
180
160
Tg (0C)
140
120
Conventional
100
Microwave
80
60
40
20
0
0.3
0.5
0.7
0.9
1.1
1.3
Molar Ratio
Figure 6 Plot of Glass Transition against Molar ratio for different stoichiometric ratios for both conventional and microwave
curing for Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’ DDS epoxy system.
Both plots show a increase in Tg values as the Amine / Epoxy ratio increases up to a maximum, and then the Tg
starts to decrease. The highest Tg values of conventional and microwave heated samples occur at different stoichiometric
ratios. The highest Tg value of the microwave cured sample occurs at a higher Amine / Epoxy Molar ratio than conventional
heating. This is an early indication that the curing mechanisms for conventional and microwave curing are different. For both
epoxy systems, the Amine / Epoxy ratio with the highest T g for both microwave and conventionally cured samples were was
selected and used for all subsequent experiments in this research. Table 4.5 below show the selected Amine / Epoxy ratio
from the conventionally and microwave cured samples which were used this research.
Table 1 Stoichiometric ratios chosen for this research.
Epoxy system
Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4 DDS
Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4 DDS
Conventional (amine / epoxy ratio)
0.85
0.8
Microwave (amine / epoxy ratio)
1.0
1.1
An industrial oven was used for the thermal curing of the Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’ DDS and Araldite LY 5052 / 4
4’DDS epoxy system. Samples weighing between 2-5 mg were placed in aluminium sample pans; and heated in an industrial
oven to 30 , 60, 90, 120, 150, 180, 210, 240 degrees. The samples were held at these temperatures for 30 minutes.
Figure 7 : Microwave Heated Calorimeter used for this research.
A microwave calorimeter shown in figure 7 was used to carry out microwave curing of the samples. The
microwave curing was carried out in a cylindrical brass, single mode cavity operating in a TE111 mode which was designed
to give maximum field strength at the centre of gravity. A Hewlitt-Packard 8720ET was used to generate microwaves at a
frequency of 2.45GHz; which were then amplified to a maximum power of 30W with a solid state amplifier. An Anritsu
power meter was used to measure the transmitted and reflected powers. The power required for heating the sample was
calculated by subtracting the transmitted and reflected powers from the amplifier power. This power is similar to the heat
flow to the DSC cell in the sense that there will be a decrease in the microwave power during exothermic reaction, while an
endothermic reaction will require an increase in the microwave power.
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For microwave curing, epoxy resin samples weighing an average of 0.3g were poured in glass test
tubes and placed in the centre of the cavity. A flouroptic thermometer was inserted in a 1.5 mm diameter glass
tube placed in a test tube. Separate samples were heated to 30 , 60, 90, 120, 150, 180, 210, 240 degrees and held
at these temperatures for 30 minutes.
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
3.1 Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS and Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4 epoxy systems.
FT-IR was used to study the changes in the epoxy peaks which occur when the curing reaction took
place. The spectrum of an uncured mixture of Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4 ‘DDS epoxy system with an amine / epoxy
ratio of 0.85 is shown in figure 5 below.
2.00
Absorbance
1.80
1.60
1.40
1.20
1.00
0.80
0.60
0.40
0.20
0.00
4000.00
3500.00
3000.00
2500.00
2000.00
1500.00
1000.00
500.00
Wavelength (cm -1)
Figure 8 FT-IR Spectra of uncured Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4 ‘ DDS epoxy system with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.85.
2.00
Absorbance
1.80
1.60
1.40
1510
1610
0
1150
1250
916
833
1.20
1.00
0.80
0.60
0.40
0.20
0.00
1600.00 1500.00 1400.00 1300.00 1200.00 1100.00 1000.00
900.00
800.00
-1
Wavelength (cm )
Figure 9 Expanded view of FT-IR Spectra of uncured 0.85M amine / epoxy ratio for Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4 ‘
DDS epoxy system .
The spectrum in figure 9 shows a noticeable oxirane ring (epoxy) peak at 916 cm-1. This is the asymmetric ring
stretching band of the epoxy ring [9-12]. The spectrum also shows the symmetric stretching of the epoxy ring at 1250cm -1.
The bands at 1510cm-1 and 833 cm-1 are assigned to the p-phenylene groups [10, 11]. The aliphatic stretching vibration of –
CH2- groups is shown as a peak at 2920cm-1 [10].The stretching vibration of the primary amino group (-NH2) which is from
the hardener (4 4’ DDS) shows an absorption peak at 1610cm-1 [10].The peaks at 1250cm-1 and 1150 cm-1 are the strong
asymmetric and symmetric SO2 stretching [10].
Figures 10 to 13 show the overlaid FT-IR spectra of Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS and Araldite DLS
772 / 4 4’ DDS epoxy systems after conventional and microwave heating at 180 oC for 240 minutes
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Figure 10 Overlaid FT-IR Spectra of Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.85 after
conventional and microwave heating at 180oC for 240 minutes.
Figure 11 Expanded view of Overlaid FT-IR Spectra of Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy
ratio of 0.85 after conventional and microwave heating at 180 oC for 240 minutes
Figure 12 Overlaid FT-IR Spectra of Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.8 after
conventional and microwave heating at 180 oC for 240 minutes.
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Figure 13 Expanded view of Overlaid FT-IR Spectra of Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy
ratio of 0.8 after conventional and microwave heating at 180 oC for 240 minutes.
For both epoxy systems, the infrared spectra of the specimens after they had been cured at 180oC for
240 minutes were noticeably different from the spectra of the uncured specimen. The prominent features that
occurred during polymerization were the decreasing and almost complete disappearance of the epoxy ring at 915
cm-1 and 862 cm-1[9, 12]. The N-H stretch band at 1610cm-1 also decreased in size. The decrease in the epoxy
and the amine bonds is an indication of the consumption of the epoxy and the amine bands during the reaction.
The curing reaction occurs by the reaction of the end epoxy groups with the hardener. The epoxy rings open out
and the molecules become linked in a three dimensional network. New absorptions were formed around
3400cm-1. This was as a result of the formation of the secondary amine and the hydroxyl groups during cure.
The bands at 833 and 1510 cm-1 were unaffected during cure and thus remained constant [9, 11, 12]. The almost
complete disappearance of the epoxy and the amine peaks at the end of the spectra showed that most of the
epoxy and the amine group reacted during the curing process. These occurrences indicated that a crosslinked
network was formed.
Several samples of Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS and Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’ DDS were cured using
both a DSC and a microwave heated cavity at 180 oC. At intervals of 30 minutes up to 240 minutes, a specimen
was removed. The reaction was quickly stopped by dipping it into liquid nitrogen for about ten minutes. An
infrared spectrum was then taken.
The overlaid spectra for both the conventionally cured and microwave cured samples of both epoxy
systems at different times at 180oC are shown in figures 14 to 19.
Figure 14 Overlaid spectra for conventionally cured Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.85
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Figure 15 Overlaid spectra for microwave cured Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.85
Figure 16 Overlaid spectra for conventionally cured Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy ratio of 1.0
Figure 17 Overlaid spectra for microwave cured Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy ratio of 1.0
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Figure 18 Overlaid spectra for conventional cured Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.8.
Figure 19 Overlaid spectra for microwave cured Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.8.
The epoxide bands can be used to estimate the degrees of polymerization. The rate of polymerization
can be estimated by following the loss of epoxide as the isothermal cure time increases. In order to estimate the
changes in the epoxide concentrations during polymerization, the absorbance at 916 cm -1 is divided by the
absorbance at 1510 cm-1 which was used as an internal standard [1, 13, 14]. The infrared spectra data used was
in absorbance because as stated in Beer’s Law, the absorbance is linearly proportional to concentration [15].
A comparison of polymerization rates is shown in figure 20 for conventional and microwave curing of
Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4 DDS different times at an isothermal temperature of 180 oC.
1
Conventional
0.9
Microwave
0.8
A916 / A1510
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
0
30
60
90
120
150
180
210
240
Time (mins)
Figure 20 Epoxide absorbance normalised against the absorbance for phenyl for Araldite LY 5052 /4 4’DDS
with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.85 at different times at 180 oC during conventional and microwave heating.
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It can be observed that there was an increase in the consumption of epoxide as the reaction time
proceeded. Also, the rate of consumption of the epoxide was much faster in the microwave curing than in
conventional curing at each measured time. Overall, there was a higher consumption of epoxy in the microwave
curing than in the conventional curing. This enhancement in polymerization in the microwave region is very
much anticipated because microwave heating directly heats the polymer molecules as a result of the relaxation
of the polarized polymer dipoles along the electric field [9]. This allows more epoxy to be reacted with the
amine in the curing reaction.
Epoxide absorbance ratios for Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy ratio of 1.0 and
Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.8 epoxy systems are shown figures 21 – 24. The
results all show that a higher rate of epoxy was consumed in microwave heating than in conventional heating,
and a higher rate of polymerization for microwave. As explained, this is because of the ability of microwave
energy to selectively heat the localised hotspot in a molecule unlike the conventional heating which requires the
entire material to be heated first.
1
0.9
Conventional
0.8
Microwave
A916 / A1510
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
0
30
60
90
120
Time (mins)
150
180
210
240
Figure 21 Epoxide absorbance normalised against the absorbance for phenyl for Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’DDS
with an amine / epoxy ratio of 1.0 at different times at 180 oC during conventional and microwave heating.
1
0.9
Conventional
0.8
Microwave
A916 / A1510
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
0
30
60
90
120
Time
150
180
210
240
Figure 22 Epoxide absorbance normalised against the absorbance for phenyl for Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’DDS
with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.8 at different times at 180 oC during conventional and microwave heating.
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1
0.9
Conventional
0.7
A916 / A1510
0.8
Microwave
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
0
30
60
90
120
150
180
210
240
Time (mins)
Figure 23 Epoxide absorbance normalised against the absorbance for phenyl for Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’DDS
with an amine / epoxy ratio of 1.1 at different times at 180 oC during conventional and microwave heating.
The amine bands were used to estimate the degrees of polymerization. The loss of the amine band
during curing can also be used to follow the rate of polymerization as the isothermal cure time increases. In
order to estimate the changes in the amine concentrations during polymerization, the absorbance at 1610 cm -1 is
divided by the internal standard, which is the absorbance at 1510 cm -1 [1, 13, 14].
A comparison of polymerization rates using the amine band is shown in figure 24 for conventional and
microwave curing of Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4 DDS an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.85 at different times at an
isothermal temperature of 180 oC.
1
Conventional
0.9
Microwave
A1610 / A1510
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
0
30
60
90
120
150
180
210
240
Time (mins)
Figure 24 Amine absorbance normalised against the absorbance for phenyl for Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’DDS
with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.85 at different times at 180 oC during conventional and microwave heating.
It can be observed from figure 24 that the rate of consumption of the amine was much faster in the
microwave curing than in conventional curing at each measured time. A higher consumption of amine in the
microwave curing than in the conventional curing was observed. This enhancement in polymerization in the
microwave region is very much anticipated because microwave heating directly heats the polymer molecules as
a result of the relaxation of the polarized polymer dipoles along the electric field [16], allowing more amine to
be consumed during the curing reaction.
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The amine absorbance ratios Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’ DDS with an amine / epoxy ratio of 1.0 and
Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’ DDS epoxy system with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.8 are shown in figures 25 to 27 . As
with the figures 21 to 24, the results all show that a higher rate of amine was consumed in microwave heating
than in conventional heating, and a higher rate of polymerization for microwave. This is because of the ability of
microwave energy to selectively heat the localised hotspot in a molecule unlike the conventional heating which
requires the entire material to be heated first.
1
0.9
Conventional
0.8
Microwave
A1610 / A1510
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
0
30
60
90
120
Time (mins)
150
180
210
240
Figure 25 Amine absorbance normalised against the absorbance for phenyl for Araldite LY 5052 / 4 4’DDS
with an amine / epoxy ratio of 1.0 at different times at 180 oC during conventional and microwave heating.
0.9
0.8
Conventional
A1610 / A1510
0.7
Microwave
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
0
30
60
90
120
150
Time (mins)
180
210
240
Figure 26 Amine absorbance normalised against the absorbance for phenyl for Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’DDS
with an amine / epoxy ratio of 0.8 at different times at 180 oC during conventional and microwave heating.
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1
0.9
A1610 / A1510
0.8
Conventional
0.7
Microwave
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
0
30
60
90
120
150
180
210
240
Time (mins)
Figure 27 Amine absorbance normalised against the absorbance for phenyl for Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’DDS
with an amine / epoxy ratio of 1.1 at different times at 180 oC during conventional and microwave heating.
CONCLUSION
The similarity of the infrared spectra for both microwave and conventional curing of both epoxy
systems is an indication that the curing reactions follows the same reaction pathway. For both Araldite LY 5052
/ 4 4’ DDS and Araldite DLS 772 / 4 4’ DDS epoxy systems, the rate of consumption of the epoxy and amine
groups was higher during the microwave curing reactions. This is because microwave heating directly heats the
polymer molecules which leads to the relaxation of the polarized polymer dipoles along the electric field,
allowing more epoxy and amine to be consumed during the curing reaction.
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