4016. Materials engineering


Title4016. Materials engineering
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Stressed arch modular deployable composite shelters: concept and development
Omar, T., Van Erp, G. and Key, P. W.. 2006. "Stressed arch modular deployable composite shelters: concept and development ." Mirmiran, A. and Nanni, A. (ed.) CICE 2006: 3rd International Conference on FRP Composites in Civil Engineering. Miami, United States 13 - 15 Dec 2006 Miami, Fl, USA.

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Modular deployable composite shelters - truss system
Omar, T., Van Erp, G. and Key, P.. 2007. "Modular deployable composite shelters - truss system ." Darby, A. P. and Ibell, T. P. (ed.) ACIC 2007: Advanced Composites in Construction Conference . Bath, United Kingdom 02 - 04 Apr 2007 York, UK.

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Characterisation of chip-on-board (COB) encapsulate epoxies used in the printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) industry using variable frequency microwave (VFM) facilities
Ku, H. S., Siu, F., Mok, P. L., Siores, E. and Ball, J. A. R.. 2002. "Characterisation of chip-on-board (COB) encapsulate epoxies used in the printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) industry using variable frequency microwave (VFM) facilities." Wong, S. V., Osman, M. R., Yusuff, R. M. and Ismail, N. (ed.) 2nd World Engineering Congress (WEC 2002). Sarawak, Malaysia 22 - 25 Jul 2002 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.

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Applications of fixed and variable frequency microwave (VFM) facilities in polymeric materials processing and joining
Ku, H. S., Siu, F., Siores, E. and Ball, J. A. R.. 2002. "Applications of fixed and variable frequency microwave (VFM) facilities in polymeric materials processing and joining ." Wong, S. V., Osman, M. R., Yusuff, R. M. and Ismail, N. (ed.) 2nd World Engineering Congress (WEC 2002). Sarawak, Malaysia 22 - 25 Jul 2002 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.

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Contrast joints of glass-fibre with carbon-fibre reinforced polystyrene composite bonded by microwave irradiation
Ku, Harry S.. 2003. "Contrast joints of glass-fibre with carbon-fibre reinforced polystyrene composite bonded by microwave irradiation ." Transactions, Hong Kong Institution of Engineers. 10 (2), pp. 10-16.

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Permittivity measurement of thermoplastic composites at elevated temperature
Ku, Harry S., Horsfield, Brendan, Ball, James A. R. and Siores, Elias. 2001. "Permittivity measurement of thermoplastic composites at elevated temperature." Journal of Microwave Power and Electromagnetic Energy. 36 (2), pp. 101-111.

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Applications of fixed and variable frequency microwave (VFM) facilities in polymeric materials processing and joining
Ku, H. S., Siu, F., Siores, E., Ball, J. A. R. and Blicblau, A. S.. 2001. "Applications of fixed and variable frequency microwave (VFM) facilities in polymeric materials processing and joining." 5th Asia Pacific Conference on Materials Processing. Seoul, South Korea 25 Jun 2001 Lausanne, Switzerland. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0924-0136(01)00642-2

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Heat distribution and thermal analysis of joining thermoplastic composites using microwave energy
Ku, Harry S., Li, Chun Wai and Lee, Kin Fung. 2002. "Heat distribution and thermal analysis of joining thermoplastic composites using microwave energy." Institution of Engineers, Malaysia. Journal. 64 (2), pp. 6-12.

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Microwave energy effects on polymer-matrix and fibre reinforcement of composites during bonding process by microwaves
Ku, Harry S., Siores, Elias and Ball, James A. R.. 2002. "Microwave energy effects on polymer-matrix and fibre reinforcement of composites during bonding process by microwaves." Institution of Engineers, Malaysia. Journal. 63 (4), pp. 20-27.

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Lap shear strength comparison between two types of random carbon fibre reinforced thermoplastic matrix composites bonded using variable frequency microwaves (VFM) irradiation
Ku, Harry S., Siores, Elias and Ball, James A. R.. 2002. "Lap shear strength comparison between two types of random carbon fibre reinforced thermoplastic matrix composites bonded using variable frequency microwaves (VFM) irradiation." Journal of Materials Synthesis and Processing. 9 (6), pp. 353-361.

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Joining of thirty three percent by weight random glass fibre reinforced polystyrene using variable frequency microwave
Ku, Harry S., Siores, Elias, Ball, James A. R. and Taube, Alex. 2002. "Joining of thirty three percent by weight random glass fibre reinforced polystyrene using variable frequency microwave." Institution of Engineers, Malaysia. Journal. 63 (2), pp. 18-24.

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Curing vinyl ester particle-reinforced composites using microwaves
Ku, H.. 2003. "Curing vinyl ester particle-reinforced composites using microwaves." Journal of Composite Materials. 37 (22), pp. 2027-2042. https://doi.org/10.1177/0021998303036266

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Thermal analysis comparison between two random glass fibre reinforced thermoplastic matrix composites bonded by adhesives using microwaves: preliminary results
Ku, Harry S., Lee, Kin Fung and Li, Chun Wai. 2003. "Thermal analysis comparison between two random glass fibre reinforced thermoplastic matrix composites bonded by adhesives using microwaves: preliminary results." Journal of Electromagnetic Waves and Applications. 17 (6), pp. 901-918. https://doi.org/10.1163/156939303322503501

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Thermal analysis of joining thermoplastic matrix composites using microwaves
Ku, Harry S., Lee, Kin Fung and Li, Chun Wai. 2003. "Thermal analysis of joining thermoplastic matrix composites using microwaves." Transactions, Hong Kong Institution of Engineers. 10 (1), pp. 14-20.

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Lap shear strength comparison between different random glass fibre reinforced thermoplastic matrix composites bonded by adhesives using variable frequency microwaves (VFM) irradiation
Ku, Harry S., Siores, Elias, Ball, James A. R., Taube, Alex and Siu, Fred. 2003. "Lap shear strength comparison between different random glass fibre reinforced thermoplastic matrix composites bonded by adhesives using variable frequency microwaves (VFM) irradiation." Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part L: Journal of Materials, Design and Applications. 217 (1), pp. 65-75.

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Joining of thirty three percent by weight random carbon fibre reinforced low density polyethylene using variable frequency microwave
Ku, Harry S.. 2003. "Joining of thirty three percent by weight random carbon fibre reinforced low density polyethylene using variable frequency microwave ." Journal of The Institution of Engineers, Singapore. 43 (1), pp. 20-25.

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Thermal analysis of joining Nylon 66 composites using microwave irradiations
Ku, Harry S., Widjaya, Budiman, Lee, Kin Fung and Li, Chun Wai. 2003. "Thermal analysis of joining Nylon 66 composites using microwave irradiations." Transactions of the Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering. 27 (3), pp. 259-278.

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Shrinkage reduction of thermoset matrix particle reinforced composites during curing using microwaves irradiation
Ku, Harry S. and Siores, Elias. 2004. "Shrinkage reduction of thermoset matrix particle reinforced composites during curing using microwaves irradiation." Transactions, Hong Kong Institution of Engineers. 11 (3), pp. 29-34.

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Semisolid structure simulation in controlled nucleation process
Wang, H. and Yao, X. D.. 2006. "Semisolid structure simulation in controlled nucleation process." Solid State Phenomena. 116-117, pp. 614-617.

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The effect of initial microstructure of A356 alloys on the mechanical behavior in the semisolid state
Ning, Zhiliang, Wang, Hao and Sun, Jianfei. 2006. "The effect of initial microstructure of A356 alloys on the mechanical behavior in the semisolid state." Solid State Phenomena. 116-117, pp. 449-452.

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Semisolid casting of automotive component: water pump lid
Wang, Hao and Xu, Jun. 2006. "Semisolid casting of automotive component: water pump lid." Solid State Phenomena. 116-117, pp. 88-91.

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Monte-Carlo simulation of the durability of glass fibre reinforced composite under environmental stress corrosion
Nguyen-Van, Hieu, Khennane, Amar and Tran-Cong, Thanh. 2006. "Monte-Carlo simulation of the durability of glass fibre reinforced composite under environmental stress corrosion." Nguyen, Son Q. and Nguyen, Dung (ed.) 2006 International Conference on Nonlinear Analysis & Engineering Mechanics Today. Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 11 - 14 Dec 2006 Paris, France.

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Productivity improvement of composites processing through the use of industrial microwave technologies
Ku, Harry S.. 2006. "Productivity improvement of composites processing through the use of industrial microwave technologies." Progress in Electromagnetics Research (PIER). 66, pp. 267-285. https://doi.org/10.2528/PIER06111901

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Young's modulus of vinyl ester composites cured by microwave irradiation: preliminary results
Ku, Harry S., Puttgunta, V. C. and Trada, Mohan. 2006. "Young's modulus of vinyl ester composites cured by microwave irradiation: preliminary results." Journal of Electromagnetic Waves and Applications. 20 (14), pp. 1911-1924. https://doi.org/10.1163/156939306779322675

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M2S2 modular deployable composite shelters: concept and loading criteria
Omar, Tarek, Heldt, Tim, Key, P. and Van Erp, Gerard. 2006. "M2S2 modular deployable composite shelters: concept and loading criteria." Australian Journal of Structural Engineering. 6 (3), pp. 217-226.

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Mechanical properties of vinyl ester composites cured by microwave irradiation: pilot study
Ku, H., Trada, M. and Puttgunta, V. C.. 2007. "Mechanical properties of vinyl ester composites cured by microwave irradiation: pilot study." Key Engineering Materials. 334-33, pp. 537-540. https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/KEM.334-335.537

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Structural behaviour of two-way fibre reinforced composite slabs
Huang, Da. 2004. Structural behaviour of two-way fibre reinforced composite slabs. PhD Thesis Doctor of Philosophy. University of Southern Queensland.

PhD Thesis

An investigation into the feasibility and application of fibre composites to flatbed semi-trailers
Coker, Rick. 2003. An investigation into the feasibility and application of fibre composites to flatbed semi-trailers. PhD Thesis Doctor of Philosophy. University of Southern Queensland.

PhD Thesis

Yield and tensile strength of vinyl ester composites cured by microwaves
Ku, H., Trada, M., Puttgunta, V. C. and Kota, V.. 2007. "Yield and tensile strength of vinyl ester composites cured by microwaves ." Journal of Electromagnetic Waves and Applications. 21 (4), pp. 517-526. https://doi.org/10.1163/156939307780616847

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A meso-scale finite element model for environmental stress corrosion of GFRP
Khennane, Amar and Melchers, Robert E.. 2005. "A meso-scale finite element model for environmental stress corrosion of GFRP." Xie, Mike, Mouritz, Adrian, Khatibi, Akbar Afaghi, Gardiner, Craig and Chiu, Wing Kong (ed.) 4th Australasian Congress on Applied Mechanics (ACAM 2005). Melbourne, Australia 16 - 18 Feb 2005 Melbourne, Australia.

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Thermal analysis comparison between three random glass fibre-reinforced thermoplastic matrix composites bonded by adhesives using microwaves
Ku, Harry S., Widjaya, Budiman, Lee, Kin Fung and Li, Chun Wai. 2004. "Thermal analysis comparison between three random glass fibre-reinforced thermoplastic matrix composites bonded by adhesives using microwaves ." Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites. 23 (3), pp. 1443-1460.

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Strengthening of bridge headstocks with external post-tensioning: design issues and strengthening techniques
Aravinthan, Thiru and Heldt, Tim. 2005. "Strengthening of bridge headstocks with external post-tensioning: design issues and strengthening techniques." Road System and Engineering Technology Forum (2005). Brisbane, Australia 09 - 11 Aug 2005 Brisbane, Australia.

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Nonlinear analysis of rubber-based polymeric materials with thermal relaxation models
Melnik, R. V. N., Strunin, D. V. and Roberts, A. J.. 2005. "Nonlinear analysis of rubber-based polymeric materials with thermal relaxation models." Numerical Heat Transfer Part A: Applications. 47 (6), pp. 549-569. https://doi.org/10.1080/10407780590891236

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Vinylester/cenosphere composite materials for civil and structural engineering
Davey, Scott W., Heldt, Tim, Van Erp, Gerard and Ayers, Stephen R.. 2005. "Vinylester/cenosphere composite materials for civil and structural engineering." FRP International : The Official Newsletter of the International Institute for FRP in Construction. 2 (3), pp. 2-5.

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Z-pin bridging in composite laminates and some related problems
Liu, Hong-Yuan, Yan, Wenyi and Mai, Yiu-Wing. 2006. "Z-pin bridging in composite laminates and some related problems." Australian Journal of Mechanical Engineering. 3 (1), pp. 11-19.

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Mechanics examination on the wear behaviour of shape memory alloys
Yan, Wenyi. 2005. "Mechanics examination on the wear behaviour of shape memory alloys." Xie, Mike, Mouritz, Adrian, Khatibi, Akbar Afaghi, Gardiner, Craig and Chiu, Wing Kong (ed.) 4th Australasian Congress on Applied Mechanics (ACAM 2005). Melbourne, Australia 16 - 18 Feb 2005 North Melbourne, Vic, Australia.

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Contrast joints of glass-fibre with carbon-fibre reinforced low density polyethylene composite bonded by microwave irradiation
Ku, Harry S.. 2005. "Contrast joints of glass-fibre with carbon-fibre reinforced low density polyethylene composite bonded by microwave irradiation." Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites. 24 (10), pp. 1035-1049. https://doi.org/10.1177/0731684405048203

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Application of variable frequency microwave (VFM) to adhesives
Ku, Harry S., Siores, Elias and Ball, James A. R.. 2005. "Application of variable frequency microwave (VFM) to adhesives." Journal of Electromagnetic Waves and Applications. 19 (11), pp. 1467-1484.

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Development of modular deployable composite shelters
Omar, T., Heldt, T., Key, P. and Van Erp, G.. 2005. "Development of modular deployable composite shelters." Stewart, Mark G. and Dockrill, Brad (ed.) 2005 Australian Structural Engineering Conference (ASEC 2005). Newcastle, Australia 11 - 14 Sep 2005 Sydney, Australia.

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Meso-scale finite element investigation into the short and long term strengths of glass fibre reinforced composites
Khennane, Amar and Melchers, Robert E.. 2003. Meso-scale finite element investigation into the short and long term strengths of glass fibre reinforced composites. Toowoomba, Australia. University of Southern Queensland.

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