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Rok 2025
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Guided ultrasonic wave technique for corrosion monitoring and thickness variability analysis
PublikacjaCorrosion degradation poses a significant challenge to the structural integrity of industrial components, especially in critical sectors such as oil and gas, marine, and energy. This paper presents a novel approach to assessing corrosion damage using guided ultrasonic waves (GUWs), focusing on the statistical characterization of thickness variability in corroded plates. A combined algorithm is developed to estimate key statistical...
Rok 2024
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A framework to analyse the probability of accidental hull girder failure considering advanced corrosion degradation for risk-based ship design
PublikacjaShip’s hull girder failure could result from maritime accident that can cause human life loss, environmental disaster, and major economic impacts. In risk-based ship design paradigm, accounting for rare phenomena (e.g. ship-ship collision or grounding) is important to provide safe and durable structure. In-service corrosion-induced hull degradation should be considered at the design stage, as it can significantly affect structural...
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An improved methodology for accelerated marine immersed corrosion testing of ship structural components
PublikacjaCorrosion degradation is a prominent ageing mechanism in engineering structures (e.g. ships and offshore structures), leading to safety concerns and significant economic expenses. This study presents an improved methodology for indoor accelerated corrosion testing of structural components. The method involves controlling natural factors (oxygen saturation, temperature, salinity, and flow rate) to accelerate the corrosion in a controlled...
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Conceptual design of shore station for an innovative waste collecting vessel
PublikacjaMarine environment protection legislation in the EU requires ships to return waste they generate on voyages to waste-reception facilities in ports. In many harbors there is a need to expand the port infrastructure to enable the operation of Waste Collecting Vessels (WCVs). In addition, these vessels can perform new functions of cleaning port basins and adjacent waterways. A novelty in the presented research on the conceptual design...
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Corrosion damage identification based on the symmetry of propagating wavefield measured by a circular array of piezoelectric transducers: Theoretical, experimental and numerical studies
PublikacjaThe article investigates the results obtained from numerical simulations and experimental tests concerning the propagation of guided waves in corroded steel plates. Developing innovative methodologies for assessing corrosion-induced degradation is crucial for accurately diagnosing offshore and ship structures exposed to harsh environmental conditions. The main aim of the research is to analyze how surface irregularities affect...
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Cyclic behaviour modelling of additively manufactured Ti-6Al-4V lattice structures
PublikacjaThe present work is concerned with the numerical modelling of the cyclic behaviour of Ti-6Al-4V lattice structures. In the study, diamond structures of titanium alloy produced by the additive laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) method with different degrees of relative density were used. Realistic geometric models of the studied mesostructures were generated using computed microtomography, taking into account the imperfections of the...
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Experimental and numerical study on stability loss of innovative geometry steel girder
PublikacjaThis paper presents the experimental and numerical analysis of an innovative plate girder geometry with variable web thicknesses. An idea proposed in this research is to increase the stability of the girder web by increasing its thickness in the compressed zone. This solution can replace commonly used longitudinal stiffeners which are designed to prevent web local loss of stability. Moreover, such an innovative approach requires...
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Feasibility Study on the Potential Using of Ferrocement for Constructing Floats
PublikacjaIn recent years, there has been a significant increase in interest in ferrocement as a material for various engineering constructions. Due to its ease of shaping complex forms, it has been used previously, for example, in constructing ship hulls or tank walls. Apart from the advantages associated with the ability to shape thin elements, improved mechanical properties compared to concrete, and resistance to chemical actions, ferrocement...
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Fracture prediction in flat PMMA notched specimens under tension - effectiveness of the equivalent material concept and fictitious material concept
PublikacjaThe fracture of notched elements under mode I loading (tension) remains an inexhaustible research topic, especially when it comes to the fracture of thermoplastic materials such as polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA), which experience considerable plastic strains under tension. The paper points out that traditional brittle fracture criteria such as mean stress (MS) or maximum tangential stress (MTS) criteria used to predict this phenomenon do...
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Fracture surface topography measurements analysis of low-alloyed corrosion resistant steel after bending-torsion fatigue tests
PublikacjaIn this paper, an assessment of a topography measurement method for fracture surfaces of 10HNAP steel after bending-torsion fatigue tests was performed. Surface roughness was measured by using a non-contact Focus Variation Microscopy (FVM) technique in which the non-measured points (NMPs) and outliers (spikes) were removed by the application of general methods. The results revealed, that the optical measurement method introduced...
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FRP-based reinforcement coatings of steel with application prospects in ships and offshore structures: a review
PublikacjaLatest research on novel FRP-based anti-corrosion structural coatings (for enhancing structural capacity and strengthening the coating layer) is discussed with application prospects for ships and offshore structures. In the marine environment, structures constantly face corrosion and fatigue cracks. Combining this with high operational and wave loads, it might cause a structural collapse. Recently, polymer composites have been...
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Guided wave propagation in debonding detection in CFRP-reinforced steel plate-like structures
PublikacjaThe present study investigates the guided wave propagation in multilayered steel specimens reinforced with carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) through theoretical, numerical, and experimental means. The effectiveness of externally bonded reinforcement (EBR) relies heavily on the bonding quality between the CFRP and the substrate. Premature debonding, a prevalent and hazardous defect, can arise from suboptimal manufacturing processes,...
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Influence of Lubrication Water Contamination by Solid Particles of Mineral Origin on Marine Strut Propeller Shafts Bearings of Ships
PublikacjaThe stern tube or strat bearings are key important component for safety of shipping. Modern global regulations required a low as possible negative impact on environment including lubricants leaking to the sea. The ship owners are looking for reliable and durable solutions. The costs of each ship components are carefully studied. The water lubricated bearings for ship propeller shafts are an environmentally friendly solution. That...
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LCF behavior of 2024AA under uni- and biaxial loading taking into account creep pre-deformation
PublikacjaThis study presents the results of experimental low-cycle fatigue (LCF) tests of aluminum 2024 alloy T3511 temper in uni- and biaxial loading states. Tests were carried out on both the as-received material (hardened extruded rods) and material with different pre-deformation histories. These deformations were carried out in the creep process at 200 °C and 300 °C for two different levels of at each temperature. The pre-deformed material’s...
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Nondestructive corrosion degradation assessment based on asymmetry of guided wave propagation field
PublikacjaThe article presents the results of numerical and experimental investigation of guided wave propagation in steel plates subjected to corrosion degradation. The development of novel procedures allowing for the assessment of the corrosion degradation level is crucial in the effective diagnostics of offshore and ship structures that are especially subjected to aggressive environments. The study’s main aim is to investigate the influence...
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Nondestructive global corrosion measurement using guided wavefield data
PublikacjaMetallic structures often face degradation, and corrosion ranks among the most prevalent forms of deterioration. Accurate quantification of corrosion is crucial, especially for structures exposed to harsh environmental conditions, such as marine vessels and offshore installations. Because the traditional measurement methods based on scanning by ultrasonic gauge are time-consuming and provide only rough information on the thickness...
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Pękanie zginanych czteropunktowo próbek z karbami wykonanych ze stopów aluminium - cz.I - badania doświadczalne.
PublikacjaW pracy przedstawiono wyniki badań pękania próbek w warunkach asymetrycznego czteropunktowego zginania. Próbki do badań wykonano ze stopu aluminium 2024-T351. Badania doświadczalne obejmowały identyfikację właściwości mechanicznych materiału poprzez przeprowadzenie próby rozciągania i ściskania na próbkach osiowosymetrycznych. Następnie przeprowadzono badania pękania dla płaskich próbek z karbami. Wszystkie próbki do badań miały...
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Quality Testing of Welded Joints of Wind Towers with Advanced Ultrasonic Techniques – a Case Study
PublikacjaThe application of advanced quality control tests for welds is essential for enhancing competitiveness in thewelded construction industry. The global focus on obtaining energy from alternative sources is leading to the increased production of wind towers. Improving the method of conducting inspections is necessary as wind tower structuresare subject to 100% quality control of welded joints. The article presents the comparison of...
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Stress Assessment of a Steel Bullet LPG Tank Under Differential Settlement Based on Geodetic Measurements and Sensitivity Analysis
PublikacjaThis paper presents an analysis of a steel bullet LPG tank in operation at a base in Poland. The structure was set on a sand-gravel pillow and rigid concrete slab, and its settlement was periodically measured at five measuring points along the structure. After a few years, differential settlement was observed. Based on geodetic data, we attempt to assess the current stress level in the structure. The proposed methodology uses a...
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The effect of elevated temperature on LCF damage growth in 2024AA – Experiment and modeling
PublikacjaThis paper presents the results of experimental low-cycle fatigue (LCF) tests conducted on EN-AW 2024 alloy in T3511 temper at 100 ◦C, 200 ◦C and 300 ◦C. The material’s basic fatigue characteristics were determined, such as fatigue life curve and cyclic strain curve. Both the hysteresis loop and nature of fracture surfaces obtained in macro- and microscopic observations (scanning electron microscope, SEM) were accounted for. The...
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The experimental and numerical investigation of fracture behaviour in PMMA notched specimens under biaxial loading conditions – Tension with torsion
PublikacjaThis paper presents the results of experimental fracture test of flat PMMA specimens under biaxial loading condition tension with torsion (proportional). The specimens were made in two thicknesses: 5 and 15 mm and were weakened with V-type edge notches with different root radii: 0.5; 2 and 10 mm. Thanks to the ARAMIS 3D 4 M non-contact vision system, measurement of the elongation and twist angle were recorded. During experimental...
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The Influence of Global Corrosion Degradation on Localized Damage Detection Using Guided Waves
PublikacjaThis paper presents the results of a numerical analysis of the influence of corrosion degradation of metal plates on the wave propagation phenomenon. There are several different corrosion types, but general and pitting corrosion are the most common. General corrosion is more or less uniformly distributed over the entire exposed surface of the metal while pitting corrosion takes the form of localized cracks. Because the general...
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The study on the appearance of deformation defects in the yacht lamination process using an AI algorithm and expert knowledge
PublikacjaThis article describes the application of the A-priori algorithm for defining the rule-based relationships between individual defects caused during the lamination process, affecting the deformation defect of the yacht shell. The data from 542 yachts were collected and evaluated. For the proper development of the algorithm, a technological process of the yacht lamination supported by expert decisions was described. The laminating...
Rok 2023
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Influence of windsurfing fin stiffness distribution on the lift-drag characteristics
PublikacjaThis article addresses the problem of determining the hydromechanical loads generated by flexible hydrofoils. The research was done on the example of the composite windsurfing fin for the RS:X monotype class. Despite the assumption of fins identity, everyday practice showed that variations of mechanical properties occur and strongly affect their performance. Therefore, we decided to study the differences between the windsurfing...