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Agricultural Engineering
Xiangzhao Wang, Xiaobin Huang, Zemin Ji, Wenbin Hu, Haoqiang Sheng, Xiaofei Li
Summary: This study reports a nanoparticle-free, recyclable, and photothermal-responsive polyurethane material for shape memory applications. The material exhibits excellent mechanical properties, malleability, and recyclability. Through photothermal effects, the material can undergo thermal remodeling and shape memory reconstruction. Additionally, the material possesses outstanding photothermal performance, enabling applications such as photothermal shape memory and photothermal antibacterial properties.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
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Polymer Science
Juliana A. S. Montenegro, Andreas Ries, Ingridy D. S. Silva, Carlos B. B. Luna, Antonia L. Souza, Renate M. R. Wellen
Summary: In this study, both synthetic and enzymatic routes were investigated for the epoxidation of castor oil to reduce environmental impact. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and nuclear magnetic resonance in hydrogen molecules (H-1-NMR) were used to analyze the reactions. The results showed that the enzymatic reactions (6 h) and synthetic reactions achieved conversion rates of 50-96% and epoxidation rates of 25-48%. It was also observed that the absence of a solid catalyst resulted in a selectivity of 2% and the presence of solid catalysts (Amberlite and lipase enzyme) was crucial for the conversion of castor oil into oxirane rings.
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yujie Wang, Huifang Nie, Shimin Wang, Hao Zhang, Xiaofeng Zhang, Lei Jiang, Wentao Liu, Miaoming Huang
Summary: The study developed thermoplastic biopolyurethane blends with shape-memory and self-healing properties by adjusting the composition of the hard domain. The phase-transition temperature of the hard domains was influenced by the type and content of the hard segments, and the self-assembly of the hard segments enhanced the crystallization ability of the soft segments. The shape-memory behavior of the blends could be modified by adjusting the content of the hard segments.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2023)
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Polymer Science
Gaston Pascual, Mirta Aranguren, Veronica Mucci
Summary: Waterborne polyurethanes with high biobased content were synthesized for use as coatings for metals and woods. Blending different polyurethane dispersions improved the film's handling characteristics. The performance of the films was characterized, and properties such as transparency, modulus, and thermal degradation were adjusted by blending different dispersions.
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Polymer Science
Xianjie Pan, Jiawei Li, Fanqi Liu, Chaoying Hu, Yanning Zeng
Summary: In this study, a series of versatile, self-healable, weldable, and recyclable castor oil-based poly(thiourethane-urethane) networks were constructed through one-pot reactions. The obtained networks showed high thermostability and excellent functions in self-healing, welding, shape memory, and reprocessing capabilities at moderate temperatures due to the dynamic boronic ester bonds.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Pinar Demir
Summary: The thermal degradation dynamics of different composition of polycaprolactone (PCL) /polyvinyl chloride (PVC) blends were studied. The activation energy and reaction mechanisms of the blends were investigated using isoconversional and non-isoconversional models. It was found that the blends with different composition have different structures and properties. Furthermore, an artificial neural network model was developed to predict the weight remaining during degradation of the blends based on input parameters such as decomposition temperature, heating rate, and PVC percentage.
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Agricultural Engineering
F. Tavares, P. R. Sackser, C. E. Borba, E. A. Silva
Summary: Oil hydrolysis can be achieved efficiently and effectively using ultrasound power and lipase enzymes directly from oil seeds, achieving high conversion rates of triglycerides into free fatty acids. Optimal conditions for the hydrolysis process were determined through experimental data analysis and mathematical modeling, allowing for accurate prediction of FFA concentration values.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ruitong Liu, Shouhai Li, Na Yao, Jianling Xia, Mei Li, Haiyang Ding, Lina Xu, Xiaohua Yang
Summary: In this study, multifunctional castor oil-based polyurethane networks containing diselenide bonds were prepared and investigated. The networks exhibited self-healing, shape memory, and recyclable properties. The networks were able to heal completely within 2 hours under moderate temperature and maintained stable shape fixation and recovery ratio after multiple cycles. Additionally, the networks showed high tensile strength, large elongation at break, and excellent recyclability.
PROGRESS IN ORGANIC COATINGS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Arvind Gupta, Tizazu H. Mekonnen
Summary: This study reports the development of nanocrystalline cellulose (CNCs)-enabled polycaprolactone-based shape memory polyurethane biocomposites using an in situ one-pot reaction. The addition of CNCs resulted in significant improvements in mechanical properties and shape memory capability, making the material promising for biomedical applications.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Joo Hyung Lee, Seong Hun Kim
Summary: Novel crosslinking bio polyurethane based polymeric solid-solid phase change materials (SSPCM) were synthesized using castor oil (CO) based hyperbranched polyols as crosslinkers. The SSPCMs exhibited high phase transition enthalpy and outstanding thermal durability, indicating their great potential for application as thermal energy storage materials.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jinshuai Zhang, Chaoqun Zhang, Fei Song, Qianqian Shang, Yun Hu, Puyou Jia, Chengguo Liu, Lihong Hu, Guoqiang Zhu, Jia Huang, Yonghong Zhou
Summary: This study presents a method of preparing multifunctional biobased polyurethane materials using hindered urea bonds (HUBs). These materials exhibit extremely low relaxation times, excellent scratch healing efficiency, recyclability, and good adhesion strength, while also demonstrating shape memory behavior.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
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Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Yuan Nie, Ruitong Liu, Na Yao, Tianxiang Deng, Ruyu Yan, Shouhai Li, Mei Li, Xiaohua Yang, Haiyang Ding, Lina Xu
Summary: Novel functional dynamic covalent-bonded polymer networks (DCPN) with dynamic disulfide bonds were synthesized from castor oil through a simple method. The DCPNs had controllable mechanical properties, with a range of tunable stiffness and flexibility. Among them, COPUA-GMA-EP-2 exhibited excellent tensile strength and elongation at break. Additionally, the DCPNs showed excellent thermal stability and shape memory properties, as well as certain self-healing properties. Due to their outstanding UV-curable, eco-friendly, and shape memory properties, the DCPNs have great potential for wide application.
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Polymer Science
Brenda G. Molina, Guillermo Ocon, Fiorella M. Silva, Jose I. Iribarren, Elaine Armelin, Carlos Aleman
Summary: This study presents an investigation on the shape memory effect of extruded polylactic acid (PLA) and polycaprolactone (PCL) blends. The blends were transformed into films and movable components of articulated specimens using hot pressing and 3D printing. The chemical structure, wettability, thermal properties, and mechanical response of the blends were evaluated and compared with neat PLA and PCL.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sachin Prajapati, Runumi Gogoi, Vinay Kumar Tyagi, Meenu Talwar, Manmohan Kumar, C. V. Chaudhari
Summary: The effects of gamma irradiation on the shape memory, thermal, and mechanical properties of polycaprolactone (PCL) were investigated in this study. Triallylisocyanurate (TAIC) was used as a crosslinker. It was found that gamma irradiation introduced crosslinking in PCL, which influenced its shape memory and mechanical properties. The gel content analysis showed that a gel content of up to 50% was achieved with a radiation dose of 50 kGy. The incorporation of crosslinking through irradiation resulted in shape memory property and shape recovery of up to 95% was observed with a radiation dose of 25 kGy. Thermal analysis and XRD analysis revealed no significant change in melting and crystallization temperature, as well as the integrity of the crystallized domains of PCL after irradiation. The mechanical properties, including tensile strength and Young's modulus, increased with irradiation, while elongation decreased. The findings suggest that gamma irradiation in combination with TAIC can effectively tailor the shape memory, thermal, and mechanical properties of polycaprolactone for various applications.
RADIATION PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Changling Du, David Anthony Fikhman, Mary Beth Browning Monroe
Summary: Phenolic acids are natural antioxidants that can be introduced into polyurethane foams to impart antioxidant properties. The different phenolic acids showed variations in antioxidant properties and cellular antioxidant activity. Slow release of phenolic acids can enhance long-term oxidative degradation resistance, while fast release can enhance cellular antioxidant effects.
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Construction & Building Technology
Jang-Woon Baek, Hong-Gun Park, Kyung-Kyu Choi, Min-Seok Seo, Lan Chung
ACI STRUCTURAL JOURNAL
(2018)
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Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Byungsu Kang, K. K. Choi, Dong-Hun Kim
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON MAGNETICS
(2018)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Byungsu Kang, Chang-Eob Kim, Hyunkyoo Cho, K. K. Choi, Dong-Hun Kim
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON MAGNETICS
(2018)
Article
Thermodynamics
Mike Augspurger, K. K. Choi, H. S. Udaykumar
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2018)
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Mechanics
Pratik Das, Oishik Sen, K. K. Choi, Gustaaf Jacobs, H. S. Udaykumar
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MULTIPHASE FLOW
(2018)
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Engineering, Mechanical
Min-Yeong Moon, K. K. Choi, Nicholas Gaul, David Lamb
JOURNAL OF MECHANICAL DESIGN
(2019)
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Physics, Applied
Sangyup Lee, Oishik Sen, Nirmal Kumar Rai, Nicholas J. Gaul, K. K. Choi, H. S. Udaykumar
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSICS
(2019)
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Byungsu Kang, Jaegyeong Mun, Jongsu Lim, K. K. Choi, Dong-Hun Kim
JOURNAL OF MAGNETICS
(2019)
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Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Min-Yeong Moon, K. K. Choi, David Lamb
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Byungsu Kang, Jaegyeong Mun, Jongsu Lim, K. K. Choi, Dong-Hun Kim
JOURNAL OF MAGNETICS
(2019)
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Engineering, Mechanical
Hyunkyoo Cho, Kyung K. Choi, Jaekwan Shin
JOURNAL OF MECHANICAL DESIGN
(2020)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Min-Yeong Moon, Hyun-Seok Kim, Kangsu Lee, Byoungjae Park, K. K. Choi
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Jaegyeong Mun, Jongsu Lim, Yejin Kwak, Byungsu Kang, K. K. Choi, Dong-Hun Kim
Summary: A reliability-based design optimization method is proposed to ensure a given confidence level of output performances of a permanent magnet motor in the presence of operating temperature fluctuation and manufacturing tolerance. The method incorporates random material parameters and design variables due to uncertainties into a mathematical formulation, seeking optimal design with Monte Carlo simulation and a highly accurate surrogate model. The proposed method is validated using an interior-type permanent magnet synchronous motor, showing higher precision compared to conventional methods.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON MAGNETICS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
K. K. Choi, Paramsothy Jayakumar, Matthew Funk, Nicholas Gaul, Tamer M. Wasfy
JOURNAL OF COMPUTATIONAL AND NONLINEAR DYNAMICS
(2019)
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Industrial
Min-Yeong Moon, K. K. Choi, Nicholas Gaul, David Lamb
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