Multifunctional composites and smart textiles are an important advancement in material
science, offering a variety of capabilities that extend well beyond traditional structural …

The implosion of underwater composite structures is a critical and complex engineering
problem, necessitating high-strength, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant materials for deep …

Modifications in vinyl ester resins, a popular matrix resin choice in naval applications
through rubber additives, are being experimentally investigated in the current study …

In this study, the impact of fiber orientation towards the loading direction, and the stacking
sequence of jute and Kevlar composites and hybrids on mechanical properties were …

Despite recent advances in understanding the performance of 3D-printed polylactic acid
(PLA) parts, there is a gap to be covered before they can be safely used in marine …

The long-term durability of polymer components produced by additive manufacturing (AM) in
marine conditions is poorly understood. Here, fused filament fabrication (FFF) of Ultem 9085 …

Abstract Hybrid Fiber Reinforced Polymers (HFRP) have excellent mechanical properties.
However, preparation with 3D-printing technology is prone to hydrothermal aging compared …

This study investigates the long-term performance of 3D-printed pressure vessels subjected
to accelerated aging through water mass infusion. Thermoplastic composites were used to …

The study's main objective is the possible application of regranulate based on PLA and PHB
bioplastics in the FDM 3D printing technique. The idea of using regranulate in the tested …

Exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions can lead to the degradation of polymer
material. This study presents an experimental investigation of the long-term hydrothermal …