Search results for: mechanical performance
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Accelerated degradation of organic coatings due to cyclic mechanical stress
PublicationPotrzeba okresowej renowacji wymalowań na obiektach technicznych wynika z naturalnej degradacji powłok ochronnych wskutek oddziaływania czynników obecnych w miejscu eksploatacji. W niniejszej pracy opisano synergiczny wpływ dwóch z nich - promieniowana ultrafioletowego i cyklicznych naprężeń mechanicznych - na trwałość komercyjnie stosowanego zestawu powłokowego przeznaczonego do ochrony konstrukcji mostowych.
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Influence of thermal effects on mechanical properties of PVDF-coated fabric
PublicationThis paper describes the method of laboratory tests necessary for identification of temperature influence on mechanical properties of polyvinylidene fluoride-coated polyester fabric often used for tensile structures. Two nonlinear model descriptions are investigated. The first one is based on the piece-wise linear relations between stress and strain and the second one on the Murnaghan model of solid behavior. This paper is proposed...
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Mechanical compatibility of implants used in hernia repair with abdominal wall
PublicationThe paper deals with a membrane model of a synthetic surgical mesh for treatment of abdominal hernia. The authors analyse the compatibility of two implant types with the human wall: Dualmesh Gore and Proceed. The finite element method is applied to simulate tjhe behavior of the proposed model. Due fact that recurrences are usually caused by connection failure, this study is focused on reaction forces in supports representing the...
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Processing, Mechanical and Morphological Properties of GTR Modified by SBS Copolymers
PublicationIn this work, ground tire rubber (GTR) was thermo-mechanically treated in the presence of styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS) copolymers. During preliminary investigation, the effects of different SBS copolymer grades, the variable content of SBS copolymer on the Mooney viscosity, and the thermal and mechanical properties of modified GTR were determined. Subsequently, GTR modified by SBS copolymer and cross-linking agents (sulfur-based...
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Mechanical Properties of a Dike Formed from a Soil-ash Composite
PublicationThe paper presents the research results on application of composite soils for dike construction. The composite soil is produced by mixing bottom ash (by-product of energetics) with dredged material (sand) taken from the mouth of The Vistula river. The optimum composite for dike core was chosen with respect to mechanical parameters: high internal friction angle, good compaction and reduced hydraulic conductivity. The test dike was...
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A pore-scale thermo–hydro-mechanical model for particulate systems
PublicationA pore scale numerical method dedicated to the simulation of heat transfer and associated thermo–hydro-mechanical couplings in granular media is described. The proposed thermo–hydro-mechanical approach builds on an existing hydromechanical model that employs the discrete element method for simulating the mechanical behavior of dense sphere packings and combines it with the finite volume method for simulating pore space fluid flow...
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Mechanical simulation of artificial gravity in torus-shaped and cylindrical spacecraft
PublicationLarge deformations and stress analyses in two types of space structures that are intended for people to live in space have been studied in this research. The structure under analysis is assumed to rotate around the central axis to create artificial gravitational acceleration equal to the gravity on the Earth's surface. The analysis is fully dynamic, which is formulated based on the energy method by using the first-order shear deformation...
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The impact of natural fibers’ characteristics on mechanical properties of the cement composites
PublicationThe paper reviews the properties of cement composites reinforced with short fibres. The effect of natural fibres was investigated: cotton, sisal, jute, ramie, bamboo, and synthetic fibres: polymer and polypropylene. It was noticed that the fibres change the consistency of the mixture up to 15%. In the composite flexural strength tests, a change in strength by +/− 8% was observed, depending on the type of fibres used. The research...
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Biological and mechanical research of titanium implants covered with bactericidal coating
PublicationThe paper concerns the biological and mechanical properties of titanium implants with an antibacterial coating. The Ti13Zr13Nb alloy samples were coated with hydroxyapatite (HAp) coatings using the electrophoretic deposition technique (EPD). Subsequently, the surface of the samples was modified with silver, copper, and nickel nanoparticles by the immersion method. Different titanium sample types (i.e. HAp-only and nanometals-enriched...
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Methodology of experimental research on efficiency of hydro-mechanical automatic gearbox
PublicationThe article shortly describes the design and principle of operation of the hydromechanical gearbox and presents the methodology and design of test stands used for testing hydromechanical proto-type gearbox developed at Technical University of Gdansk. The article presents an approach according to which, in order to obtain reliable measurement data, it is necessary to separate the tests of the hydraulic and mechanical parts of the...
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OIL-ASSISTED THERMO-MECHANICAL RECLAMATION OF GROUND TIRE RUBBER
PublicationNowadays, it is crucial to seek for the methods of by-products and waste utilization, considering both environmental and economic factors. The example of waste material generated in the massive amounts, which requires the attention is ground tire rubber generated during recycling of post-consumer car tires. It can be applied as a filler into different polymer matrices, but to enhance its effectivity proper modifications should...
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Mechanical properties of the human stomach under uniaxial stress action
PublicationThe aim of this study was to estimate the range of mechanical properties of the human stomach in order to use the collected data in numerical modelling of surgical stapling during resections of the stomach. The biomedical tests were conducted in a self-developed tensile test machine. Twenty-two fresh human stomach specimens were used for the experimental study of its general strength. The specimens were obtained from morbidly obese...
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Mechanical properties of two-stage concrete modified by silica fume
PublicationAbstract. Two-stage concretes, despite the fact that they have proven themselves in various types of construction, have not been studied to the same extent as traditional heavy concretes. Therefore, the article developed the composition of frame concrete with various additives in the composition of the cement-sand mortar. A comparison of the mechanical characteristics of the developed compositions with the addition of silica fume...
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Dariusz Mikielewicz prof. dr hab. inż.
PeopleProfessor Dariusz Mikielewicz – born on February 6, 1967. in Gdansk. Here in 1974 he enrolled first to the Elementary School No. 17, and then in the Grammar School No. 5, named after Stefan Żeromski in Gdansk-Oliwa. After graduating from the Secondary School, with honors, in 1985 he successfully passed the entrance exams to the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of Technical University of Gdansk, where he graduated with a very good...
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Processing, Performance Properties, and Storage Stability of Ground Tire Rubber Modified by Dicumyl Peroxide and Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate Copolymers
PublicationIn this paper, ground tire rubber was modified with dicumyl peroxide and a variable content (in the range of 0–15 phr) of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers characterized by different vinyl acetate contents (in the range of 18–39 wt.%). Modification of ground tire rubber was performed via an auto-thermal extrusion process in which heat was generated during internal shearing of the material inside the extruder barrel. The processing,...
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Predicting Performance of Lightweight Concrete with Granulated Expanded Glass and Ash Aggregate by Means of Using Artificial Neural Networks
PublicationLightweight concrete (LWC) is a group of cement composites of the defined physical, mechanical, and chemical performance. The methods of designing the composition of LWC with the assumed density and compressive strength are used most commonly. The purpose of using LWC is the reduction of the structure’s weight, as well as the reduction of thermal conductivity index. The highest possible strength, durability and low thermal conductivity...
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Atomic force microscopy images of copper electrical contacts wear under the influence of friction
Open Research DataMeasurement of wear of copper electrical contacts under the influence of friction. Imaging in contact mode in the variant of scanning spreading resistance microscopy. Additionally, there are spectroscopic current-voltage curves showing local changes in electrical conductivity. NTEGRA Prima (NT-MDT) device. Probe NSG 01Pt.
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Effect of the working liquid compressibility on the picture of volumetric and mechanical losses in a high pressure displacement pump used in a hydrostatic drive Part II Mechanical losses in a pump
PublicationŚciśliwość cieczy roboczej może znacząco zmienić wartości i proporcje współczynników strat objętościowych i mechanicznych w pompie wyporowej zastosowanej w układzie napędu hydrostatycznego. Wpływ ten jest szczególnie widoczny w trakcie pracy pod wysokim ciśnieniem a także wówczas, gdy występuje zapowietrzenie cieczy roboczej. W części II przedstawiono model matematyczny momentu strat mechanicznych w pompie oraz jego laboratoryjną...
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An experimental study of self-sensing concrete enhanced with multi-wall carbon nanotubes in wedge splitting test and DIC
PublicationConcrete is the worldwide most utilized construction material because of its very good performance, forming ability, long-term durability, and low costs. Concrete is a brittle material prone to cracking. Extensive cracking may impact durability and performance over time considerably. The addition of a small amount of carbon nanotubes (CNT) increases the concrete’s overall electrical conductivity, enabling internal structure...
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Recent advances in reinforced bioplastics for food packaging – A critical review
PublicationRecently, diversifying the material, method, and application in food packaging has been massively developed to find more environment-friendly materials. However, the mechanical and barrier properties of the bioplastics are major hurdles to expansion in commercial realization. The compositional variation with the inclusion of different fillers could resolve the lacking performance of the bioplastic. This review summarizes the various...
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Copper Slag as a Potential Waste Filler for Polyethylene-Based Composites Manufacturing
PublicationThe present study aimed to analyze the application of waste material from copper production– copper slag (ŻŻL) as filler for composites based on the high-density polyethylene (HDPE). Copper slag filler was introduced in the amounts of 1–20 wt%, and its influence on the appearance (color analysis), chemical structure (Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy), microstructure (optical microscopy), as well as static (tensile...
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FTIR Study and Mechanical Properties of Cellulose Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites
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The influence of accelerated aging on selected mechanical properties of polypropylene with organic fillers
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Influence of Nanoclay on the Thermo-Mechanical Properties of Silicone Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives
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Some mechatronic solutions for vibration surveillance of mechanical systems idealised discretely
PublicationCelem pracy jest prezentacja wybranych rozwiązań mechatronicznych, których uwzględnienie może poprawić skuteczność procesu nadzorowania drgań modelowanych dyskretnie układów mechanicznych. Proponowane rozwiązania dotyczą sterowania optymalnego przy energetycznym wskaźniku jakości w układzie zredukowanym oraz w układzie hybrydowym, jak również - dopasowania prędkości obrotowej wirujących wałów do optymalnego kąta przesunięcia fazowego....
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Electroconductivity and mechanical properties of carbon black Printex L6 filled polyurethanes
PublicationOpisano uzyskanie i badania kompozycji poliuretanowo-sadzowych na bazie sadzy przewodzącej Printex L6. Zaprezentowano wyniki badań nad wpływem udziału napełniacza przewodzącego na przewodnictwo elektryczne stałoprądowe i właściwości mechaniczne uzyskanych materiałów.
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The influence of laser alloying on the structure and mechanical properties of AlMg5Si2Mn surface layers
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High-resolution microscopy assisted mechanical modeling of ultrafine electrospun network
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Effect of concentration boundary layers on mechanical pressure in a double-membrane system
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The influence of implantation on mechanical degradation of the nanotubular oxide layer on titanium screws
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The effectiveness of the mechanical treatment of municipal waste using the example of a selected installation
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CARBOCHAIN POLYMER-GLUCOSE HYBRIDS: SYNTHESIS, THERMAL/MECHANICAL PROPERTIES AND BIODEGRADABILITY
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Effect of FSW Traverse Speed on Mechanical Properties of Copper Plate Joints
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Optimal Features of Porosity of Ti Alloys Considering their Bioactivity and Mechanical Properties
PublicationW artykule przedstawiono wpływ porowatości i rozmiaru porów tytanu i jego stopów, użytych, jako materiały ortopedyczne, na bioaktywność i własności mechaniczne struktur porowatych. Optymalne cechy porowatych rusztowań tytanowych umożliwiają rekonstrukcję i regenerację tkanki kostnej w zastosowaniach przenoszących obciażenie.
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Multibody and electromechanical modelling in dynamic balancing of mechanisms for mechanical and electromechanical systems
PublicationPraca prezentuje zagadnienia wspólnego modelowania układu wieloczłonowego i napędu elektrycznego oraz problemy wyrównoważania mechanizmów. Analizowanym układem mechanicznym jest płaski czworobok przegubowy. Analizowany mechanizm zamodelowano jako układ wieloczłonowy z zamkniętymi wielobokami ciał. Do wymuszenia ruchu układu wykorzystano model silnika prądu stałego. Zbadano oddziaływania pomiędzy płytą mocującą czworoboku i otoczeniem....
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New direction of education on mechanical engineering faculty in gdansk university of technology
PublicationW artykule opisano szczegółowo kierunki kształcenia wprowadzone w ostatnich latach na Wydziale Mechanicznym Pol. Gd. Przedstawiono ofertę kształcenia na nowych kierunkach takich jak Mechatronika, Inżynieria Mechaniczno-Medyczna oraz Zarządzanie i Inżynieria Produkcji dla studiów stacjonarnych pierwszego stopnia. Opisano również własne doświadczenia w implementacji procesu Bolońskiego trójstopniowego kształcenia w systemie European...
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A mechatronic design based on desired solutions for vibration surveillance of mechanical systems
PublicationCelem pracy jest pokazanie zamierzonych rozwiązań, których włączenie może stanowić bazę nowych projektów mechatronicznych. Rozwiązania te dotyczą zmodyfikowanej metody nadzorowania drgań za pomocą sterowania modalnego przy energetycznym wskaźniku jakości, nadzorowania drgań za pomocą zmiennej prędkości obrotowej wrzeciona, a także - dopasowania prędkości obrotowej do optymalnego kąta przesunięcia fazowego. Uzyskane rezultaty oraz...
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Dynamic mechanical thermal analysis of polyamide 6/thermoplastic polyurethane blends
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The Influence of Silica Fume on the Mechanical and Thermal Parameters of Portland Cement Concretes
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Effect of starch fillers on the dynamic mechanical properties of rubber biocomposite materials
PublicationIn the paper the results of dynamic mechanical study of the biocomposites containing one of two types of (potato or corn) strach used as fillers in different amount were discussed. The composites were obtained from rubbery mixture containing natural rubber (NR) as a main component. Thermomechanical analyses (by DMA) showed that the used quantity of strach fillers only slightly influence on the glass transition temperature of vulcanizates.
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Determination of Mechanical Properties of P91 Steel by Means of Magnetic Barkhausen Emission
PublicationIn this work, an attempt at determination of mechanical properties by means of a method based on magnetic Barkhausen emission measurements was proposed. The specimens made of P91 steel were subjected to creep or plastic flow which were interrupted after a range of selected time periods in order to achieve specimens with an increasing level of strain. Subsequently, measurements of magnetic Barkhausen emission were carried out, and...
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Mechanical characterization of a gravel column in a calibration chamber operating as a triaxial cell
PublicationA series of tests considering the behavior of gravel columns was performed. A segment of column with a height of 1 m and a diameter of 0.53 m was modelled in a calibration chamber used as a triaxial cell at three different lateral stress applied. The vertical load transferred on the column head was simulated with steady increase of water pressures in the upper and lower membranes. During the loading the volumetric changes in the...
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Numerical analysis of mechanical properties of an infill structure used in 3D printings
PublicationThe paper presents results of a numerical analysis focused on an identification of mechanical properties of an element created by using Fused Deposition Modelling additive manufacturing technique (FDM). There is presented a description of technology of the 3D printing, numerical model created by using the finite element method (FEM), as well as some problems referred to estimation of the mechanical properties of the printout. The...
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Dynamics of mechanical model of implant-tissue system in ventral hernia repair
PublicationThe paper deals with a finite element modelling of implants in the problem of ventral hernia repair. The synthetic mesh implanted in the abdomen during surgery is here modelled as a membrane structure. Thesystem undergoes the internal abdominal pressure that occurs during the postoperative cough, the load identified in the literature as the main cause of the connection failure and hernia recurrence. The model can be used to estimate...
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Orthotropic membrane as a mechanical model of surgical implant in abdominal hernia repair
PublicationEven though the incisional hernia repair surgery is a well known procedure, mechanical properties of the tissue-implant system are unknown so the implantation of the repairing mesh is quite intuitive and, recurrences of the illness still take place. The main objective of the study is to define an operated hernia model that can be used for surgery planning and the assessment of the repair persistence. The load applied to the structure...
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Theoretical models of the torque of mechanical losses in the pump used in a hydrostatic drive
PublicationPrzedstawiono modele teoretyczne i matematyczne momentu strat mechanicznych występujących w pompie o stałej teoretycznej wydajności qPt na obrót wału (o stałej teoretycznej objętości roboczej VPt) bądź o zmiennej geometrycznej wydajności qPgv na obrót wału (o zmiennej geometrycznej objętości roboczej VPgv). Modele mają służyć badaniom laboratoryjnym i symulacyjnym strat energetycznych w pompie umożliwiającym ocenę sprawności energetycznej...
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Rigid polyurethane foams with different flame retardants and their physical and mechanical properties
PublicationRigid polyurethane foams (PUFs) containing 3, 6 or 9 % of one of of two selected fire retardants (FR): oligomeric ethyl ethylene phosphate (Fyrol PNX) and expandable graphite (EG) were prepared, inspected and compared to foam without that fillers as the control. The thermal stability of PUFs was described by horizontal test according to norm: UL 94 HB. Compressive strength and physical properties (density, fragility and water absorption)...
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Piezoelectric Transducer for Mechanical Assessment of Soft Tissues. Concept, Implementation and Analysis
PublicationThe main goal of this work was following: preparation of a new concept, implementation and analysis of the piezoelectric resonant sensor/actuator for measuring the aging process of human skin. The research work has been carried out in the framework of cooperation between the INP-ENSEEIHT-LAPLACE, Toulouse, France, and at the Gdansk University of Technology, Faculty of Electrical and Control Engineering, Research Group of...
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Mechanical chest compression with the LifeLine ARM device during simulated CPR
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Mechanical properties cement based composites modified with nano-Fe3O4/SiO2
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