Potential of Germanium-Titanium- π Polymer Composites as Functional Textiles in Improving Blood Circulation and Sexual Satisfaction | Chapter 5 | New Advances in Medicine and Medical Science Vol. 5

 Far color of blood (FIR) treatment arises as an interesting approach to enhance the microcirculation structure of the human body. FIR performance can be integrated as an alive textile, that provides FIR exposure for constant use and can be so considered as a potential non-pharmacological therapy in sufferers with minor vascular disorders by frequently reconstructing the blood flow. This chapter aims to show the characteristics and kind of germanium-titanium- π (Ge-Ti- π) textile, manufactured as a patch and shorts, as a promising novel polymer composite for better ancestry circulation of patients accompanying end-stage renal disease going through hemodialysis (HD) and experiencing vasculogenic erectile dysfunction (VED), individually. The immediate and unending effects of the applied Ge-Ti- π fabric have been judged. The Ge-Ti- π textile has existed demonstrated to have 0.93 FIR emissivity, 3.05 g/d strength, and 18.98% extension along with a 51.6% microorganisms reduction and negative fungal growth. The Ge-Ti- π patch considerably reduced appendage numbness/pain (p < 0.001) and pain score on the visual parallel scale (p < 0.001) in patients taking HD. Additionally, the Doppler ultrasound assessment data accompanied a significant augmentation of blood flow in the right hand afterwards 1 week of Ge-Ti- π patch situation (p < 0.041). Furthermore, the Ge-Ti- π underpants situation significantly enhanced the value of sexual function and the average penile ancestry flow velocity after 3 months of the situation in VED patients. Summarily, the results desire that the Ge-Ti- π textile application maybe helpful for victims with impaired ancestry circulation.

Author(s) Details:

Yu-Cing Juho,
Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei -114, Taiwan

Shou-Hung Tang,
Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei -114, Taiwan.

Yi-Hsin Lin,
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 114, Taiwan.

Chen-Xi Lin,
School of Nursing, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei -114, Taiwan.

Tenson Liang,
Graduate Institute of Life Sciences, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei -114, Taiwan and Department and Graduate Institute of Biology and Anatomy, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei-114, Taiwan.

Juin-Hong Cherng ,
Graduate Institute of Life Sciences, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei -114, Taiwan and Department and Graduate Institute of Biology and Anatomy, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei-114, Taiwan.

En Meng,
Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei -114, Taiwan.

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Degradation of Plant Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites | Chapter 6 | Advanced Aspects of Engineering Research Vol. 5

 The effects of moisture, heat, fire, and UV radiation on the properties of plant fiber-polymer composites are discussed in this chapter. Chemical treatments and additives such as fibre treatments, fire retardants, and stabilisers are also mentioned in relation to UV radiation. The strength of a plant fiber-polymer composite is obtained by optimum fibre content, according to the analysis, but the presence of fibre allows the composite to deteriorate due to moisture. Fiber treatments that increase the fiber-matrix interface improve composite moisture resistance, however the fibres become less resistant when exposed to weather. Plant fiber-polymer composites with fire retardants and UV stabilisers have better fire and outdoor performance. Their mechanical properties, on the other hand, tend to deteriorate. It is concluded that the ideal blend ratio of chemical additive should be developed in order to achieve a balance between mechanical qualities and weather resistance.

Author(s) Details

Wahyu Purwo Raharjo
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia and Foundry Laboratory, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia.

Dody Ariawan
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia and Materials Engineering Laboratory, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia.

Kuncoro Diharjo
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia and Materials Engineering Laboratory, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia.

Wijang Wisnu Raharjo
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia and Materials Engineering Laboratory, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia.

Bambang Kusharjanta
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia and Materials Engineering Laboratory, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia.

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A Critical Comprehension of Effect of Surface Treatment on Physical and Mechanical Properties of Date Palm – Stem Fiber Embedded Epoxy Composites | Chapter 1 | New Ideas Concerning Science and Technology Vol. 6

Natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites are commonly used in a variety of engineering applications due to their outstanding characteristics such as low density, ease of procurement, and superior mechanical properties, but natural fibres are typically hydrophilic. An investigation into a type of natural fibre composite known as date palm-stem fibre composite was conducted in order to develop a new material with excellent water resistance properties that can be used in a variety of applications. Under the current study, the effect of loading date palm-stem fibre on physical and mechanical properties was studied, and appropriate efforts were made to investigate the surface treatment of short fibre based epoxy composites. The characteristics of the treated fibres were observed and compared to those of the untreated fibres. By using a simple hand lay-up technique, composites of various compositions with varying amounts of fibre loading were created, and it was discovered that the effect of fibre surface treatment on the overall properties of composites was quite important. Furthermore, date palm-stem and glass fiber-epoxy based hybrid composites had a lower water absorption rate.

Author (s) Details

Debasmita Mishra
Department of Mechanical Engineering, VSSUT, Burla, Odisha, 768018, India.

Janaki Dehury
Department of Mechanical Engineering, VSSUT, Burla, Odisha, 768018, India.

Satchidananda Tripathy
Department of Mechanical Engineering, VSSUT, Burla, Odisha, 768018, India.

Alok Satapathy
Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT, Rourkela, Odisha, 769008 India.

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Studies on the Effect of Concentration of Mica on Properties of Polyester Thermoplastic Elastomer Composites | Chapter 9 | Emerging Trends in Engineering Research and Technology Vol. 10

 Particulate filled polymer composites are becoming attractive because of their wide applications and

low cost. In this study the effects of mica with varying concentration on the mechanical, thermal,
electrical, rheological and morphological properties of polyester thermoplastic elastomer (Hytrel®)
was investigated. Composites of Hytrel® with varying concentrations (viz. 5 to 40 weight %) of mica
were prepared by twin screw extrusion. Mechanical properties such as flexural strength and modulus
were found to increase with mica concentration, whereas tensile strength was found to decrease at
higher concentrations. Electrical and thermal properties of composite were found to increase with filler
concentration. Morphological studies revealed that there is a good dispersion of filler in the polymer
matrix at lower concentrations.

Author(s) Details

M. S. Sreekanth
Department Polymer Engineering & Technology, Institute of Chemical Technology, Matunga, Mumbai-400019, India.

V. A. Bambole
Department of Applied Physics, Institute of Chemical Technology, Matunga, Mumbai-400019, India.

S. T. Mhaske
Department Polymer Engineering & Technology, Institute of Chemical Technology, Matunga, Mumbai-400019, India.

Professor P. A. Mahanwar
Department Polymer Engineering & Technology, Institute of Chemical Technology, Matunga, Mumbai-400019, India.

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