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Prof. Dr. M. İ. Can Dede
Chair
Educational Background
B.Sc. İstanbul Technical University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 1999
M.Sc. Middle East Technical University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2003
Ph.D. Florida International University, USA, Mechanical Engineering, 2007
Research Interests
- Haptics
- Teleoperation
- Robot Controller Design
- Unmanned Underwater Vehicles
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Prof. Dr. H. Seçil Artem
External Transfer Coordinator
Educational Background
B.Sc. Middle East Technical University, Turkey, Engineering Sciences, 1987
M.Sc. Middle East Technical University, Turkey, Engineering Sciences, 1990
Ph.D. Middle East Technical University, Turkey, Engineering Sciences, 1999
Research Interests
- Engineering Mathematics
- Numerical solutions for PDEs
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Prof. Dr. Erdal Çetkin
Vice Chair
Educational Background
B.Sc. Kocaeli University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2007
M.Sc. Duke University, USA, Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science, 2010
Ph.D. Duke University, USA, Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science, 2013
Research Interests
- Vascular structures
- Self-cooling
- Self-healing
- Constructal theory
- Heat transfer enhancement
- Electronic cooling
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Dördüncü
Educational Background
B.Sc. Erciyes University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2011
M.Sc. Erciyes University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2013
Ph.D. University of Arizona, USA, Mechanical Engineering, 2018
Research Interests
- Mechanical Behaviors of Materials, Computational Mechanics
- Peridynamics
- Fracture Mechanics
- Composite Materials
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Res. Assist. Dr. Timuçin Eriş
Educational Background
B.Sc. Gazi University, Mechanical Engineering, 1991
M.Sc. Illinois Institute of Technology, Mechanical Engineering, 1997
Ph.D. Dokuz Eylül University, Mechanical Engineering, 2008
Research Interests
- Control Systems
- Artificial Neural Networks
- Finite Elements
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Prof. Dr. Mustafa Güden
Educational Background
B.Sc. Middle East Technical University, Turkey, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, 1989
M.Sc. Middle East Technical University, Turkey, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, 1992
Ph.D. University of Delaware, USA, Materials Science and Engineering, 1999
Research Interests
- Composite materials (Carbon and glass fiber reinforced and nano silica reinforced epoxy matrix composites, ceramic fiber and particulate reinforced aluminum and magnesium matrix composites, ceramic-ceramic composites): processing, static and dynamic testing and dynamic mechanical deformation numerical modelling (Ls-DYNA, Mat 162)
- Cellular and lattice structures (Aluminum foams, honeycomb and corrugated structures, Titanium foams, cellular concrete and glass foams): processing, dynamic testing and dynamic mechanical deformation numerical modelling
- Additive manufacturing (316 L Stainless Steel and Ti64)
- (4) Dynamic testing (Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar and Direct impact and Taylor impact tests): test and numerical and analytical modelling;
- Mechanical behavior of materials and
- Microstructure-mechanical property relations
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2008 |
Guden, Mustafa; Celik, Emrah; Hizal, Alpay; Altindis, Mustafa; Cetiner, Sinan JOURNAL OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS RESEARCH PART B-APPLIED BIOMATERIALS, 85B (2), pp. 547-555, 2008, ISSN: 1552-4973. @article{ISI:000255180900029, title = {Effects of compaction pressure and particle shape on the porosity and compression mechanical properties of sintered Ti6Al4V powder compacts for hard tissue implantation}, author = {Mustafa Guden and Emrah Celik and Alpay Hizal and Mustafa Altindis and Sinan Cetiner}, doi = {10.1002/jbm.b.30978}, issn = {1552-4973}, year = {2008}, date = {2008-05-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS RESEARCH PART B-APPLIED BIOMATERIALS}, volume = {85B}, number = {2}, pages = {547-555}, abstract = {Sintered Ti6Al4V powder compacts potentially to be used in implant applications were prepared using commercially available spherical and angular powders (100-200 mu m) within the porosity range of 34-54%. Cylindrical green powder compacts were cold compacted at various pressures and then sintered at 1200 degrees C for 2 h. The final percent porosity and mean pore sizes were determined as functions of the applied compaction pressure and powder type. The mechanical properties were investigated through compression testing. Results have shown that yield strength of the powder compacts of 40-42% porosity was comparable with that of human cortical bone. As compared with previously investigated Ti powder compacts, Ti6Al4V powder compacts showed higher strength at similar porosity range. Microscopic observations on the failed compact samples revealed that failure occurred primarily by the separation of interparticle bond regions in the planes 45 degrees to the loading axis. (C) 2007 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Sintered Ti6Al4V powder compacts potentially to be used in implant applications were prepared using commercially available spherical and angular powders (100-200 mu m) within the porosity range of 34-54%. Cylindrical green powder compacts were cold compacted at various pressures and then sintered at 1200 degrees C for 2 h. The final percent porosity and mean pore sizes were determined as functions of the applied compaction pressure and powder type. The mechanical properties were investigated through compression testing. Results have shown that yield strength of the powder compacts of 40-42% porosity was comparable with that of human cortical bone. As compared with previously investigated Ti powder compacts, Ti6Al4V powder compacts showed higher strength at similar porosity range. Microscopic observations on the failed compact samples revealed that failure occurred primarily by the separation of interparticle bond regions in the planes 45 degrees to the loading axis. (C) 2007 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. |
Ince, Umut; Toksoy, Macit; Guden, Mustafa Testing corrosion rates on steel piping in geothermal district heating Journal Article MATERIALS PERFORMANCE, 47 (5), pp. 56-59, 2008, ISSN: 0094-1492. @article{ISI:000255758800018, title = {Testing corrosion rates on steel piping in geothermal district heating}, author = {Umut Ince and Macit Toksoy and Mustafa Guden}, issn = {0094-1492}, year = {2008}, date = {2008-05-01}, journal = {MATERIALS PERFORMANCE}, volume = {47}, number = {5}, pages = {56-59}, abstract = {The St-37 carbon steel piping in a geothermal heating system experienced increasing corrosion leaks. Tests with pipe steel coupons showed that while uniform corrosion rates were low, pitting rates were high. Sulfate-reducing bacteria were the main cause. Changes in fluid velocities and the addition of a bacteriacide were recommended.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The St-37 carbon steel piping in a geothermal heating system experienced increasing corrosion leaks. Tests with pipe steel coupons showed that while uniform corrosion rates were low, pitting rates were high. Sulfate-reducing bacteria were the main cause. Changes in fluid velocities and the addition of a bacteriacide were recommended. |
Aktay, L; Kroeplin, B -H; Toksoy, A K; Guden, M MATERIALS & DESIGN, 29 (5), pp. 952-962, 2008, ISSN: 0261-3069. @article{ISI:000255088000006, title = {Finite element and coupled finite element/smooth particle hydrodynamics modeling of the quasi-static crushing of empty and foam-filled single, bitubular and constraint hexagonal- and square-packed aluminum tubes}, author = {L Aktay and B -H Kroeplin and A K Toksoy and M Guden}, doi = {10.1016/j.matdes.2007.03.019}, issn = {0261-3069}, year = {2008}, date = {2008-01-01}, journal = {MATERIALS & DESIGN}, volume = {29}, number = {5}, pages = {952-962}, abstract = {The quasi-static axial crushing behavior of empty and Al and polystyrene foam-filled Al single, bitubular and multi-tube-packed (hexagonal and square packing) configurations were investigated experimentally and numerically. Tubes were modeled using finite element and coupled finite element/smooth particle hydrodynamics. The numerical specific absorbed energy (SAE) values, deformation patterns, load values and number of folds formed were found to show agreements with those of experiments. Among the tested tube configurations only hexagonal- and square-packed empty tube designs showed increased SAE values over that of single empty tube. Furthermore, foam-filled multi-tube designs both hexagonal- and square-packed designs were found energetically more efficient than Al foam-filled single tubes at similar foam filler densities. The increased SAE values of multi-tubes were attributed to the frictional forces of the multi-tube designs and constraining effect of the die walls accommodating the tubes. (c) 2007 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The quasi-static axial crushing behavior of empty and Al and polystyrene foam-filled Al single, bitubular and multi-tube-packed (hexagonal and square packing) configurations were investigated experimentally and numerically. Tubes were modeled using finite element and coupled finite element/smooth particle hydrodynamics. The numerical specific absorbed energy (SAE) values, deformation patterns, load values and number of folds formed were found to show agreements with those of experiments. Among the tested tube configurations only hexagonal- and square-packed empty tube designs showed increased SAE values over that of single empty tube. Furthermore, foam-filled multi-tube designs both hexagonal- and square-packed designs were found energetically more efficient than Al foam-filled single tubes at similar foam filler densities. The increased SAE values of multi-tubes were attributed to the frictional forces of the multi-tube designs and constraining effect of the die walls accommodating the tubes. (c) 2007 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. |
Aktay, L; Johnson, A F; Toksoy, A K; Kroeplin, B -H; Guden, M MATERIALS & DESIGN, 29 (3), pp. 569-575, 2008, ISSN: 0261-3069. @article{ISI:000253189800001, title = {Modeling the progressive axial crushing of foam-filled aluminum tubes using smooth particle hydrodynamics and coupled finite element model/smooth particle hydrodynamics}, author = {L Aktay and A F Johnson and A K Toksoy and B -H Kroeplin and M Guden}, doi = {10.1016/j.matdes.2007.03.010}, issn = {0261-3069}, year = {2008}, date = {2008-01-01}, journal = {MATERIALS & DESIGN}, volume = {29}, number = {3}, pages = {569-575}, abstract = {As alternatives to the classical finite element model (FEM), a meshless smooth particle hydrodynamics (SPH) method, in which the discrete particles represent a solid domain, and a coupled FEM/SPH modeling technique were investigated for the numerical simulation of the quasi-static axial crushing of polystyrene foam-filled aluminum thin-walled aluminum tubes. The results of numerical simulations, load-deformation histories, fold lengths and specific absorbed energies, were found to show satisfactory correlations with those of experiments and FEM. The results further proved the capabilities of the SPH Method and coupled FEM/SPH modeling technique in predicting the crushing behavior of foam-filled thin-walled tubes. (C) 2007 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } As alternatives to the classical finite element model (FEM), a meshless smooth particle hydrodynamics (SPH) method, in which the discrete particles represent a solid domain, and a coupled FEM/SPH modeling technique were investigated for the numerical simulation of the quasi-static axial crushing of polystyrene foam-filled aluminum thin-walled aluminum tubes. The results of numerical simulations, load-deformation histories, fold lengths and specific absorbed energies, were found to show satisfactory correlations with those of experiments and FEM. The results further proved the capabilities of the SPH Method and coupled FEM/SPH modeling technique in predicting the crushing behavior of foam-filled thin-walled tubes. (C) 2007 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. |
2007 |
Guden, M; Yueksel, S; Tasdemirci, A; Tanoglu, M COMPOSITE STRUCTURES, 81 (4), pp. 480-490, 2007, ISSN: 0263-8223. @article{ISI:000249256200002, title = {Effect of aluminum closed-cell foam filling on the quasi-static axial crush performance of glass fiber reinforced polyester composite and aluminum/composite hybrid tubes}, author = {M Guden and S Yueksel and A Tasdemirci and M Tanoglu}, doi = {10.1016/j.compstruct.2006.09.005}, issn = {0263-8223}, year = {2007}, date = {2007-12-01}, journal = {COMPOSITE STRUCTURES}, volume = {81}, number = {4}, pages = {480-490}, abstract = {The effect of Al closed-cell foam filling on the quasi-static crushing behavior of an E-glass woven fabric polyester composite tube and thin-walled Al/polyester composite hybrid tube was experimentally investigated. For comparison, empty Al, empty composite and empty hybrid tubes were also tested. Empty composite and empty hybrid tubes crushed predominantly in progressive crushing mode, without applying any triggering mechanism. Foam filling was found to be ineffective in increasing the crushing loads of the composite tubes over the sum of the crushing loads of empty composite tube and foam. However, foam filling stabilized the composite progressive crushing mode. In empty hybrid tubes, the deformation mode of the inner Al tube was found to be a more complex form of the diamond mode of deformation of empty Al tube, leading to higher crushing load values than the sum of the crushing load values of empty composite tube and empty metal tube. The foam filling of hybrid tubes however resulted in axial splitting of the outer composite tube due to the resistance imposed by the foam filler to Al tube inward folding and hence it was ineffective in increasing crushing load and SAE values over those of empty hybrid tubes. (C) 2006 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The effect of Al closed-cell foam filling on the quasi-static crushing behavior of an E-glass woven fabric polyester composite tube and thin-walled Al/polyester composite hybrid tube was experimentally investigated. For comparison, empty Al, empty composite and empty hybrid tubes were also tested. Empty composite and empty hybrid tubes crushed predominantly in progressive crushing mode, without applying any triggering mechanism. Foam filling was found to be ineffective in increasing the crushing loads of the composite tubes over the sum of the crushing loads of empty composite tube and foam. However, foam filling stabilized the composite progressive crushing mode. In empty hybrid tubes, the deformation mode of the inner Al tube was found to be a more complex form of the diamond mode of deformation of empty Al tube, leading to higher crushing load values than the sum of the crushing load values of empty composite tube and empty metal tube. The foam filling of hybrid tubes however resulted in axial splitting of the outer composite tube due to the resistance imposed by the foam filler to Al tube inward folding and hence it was ineffective in increasing crushing load and SAE values over those of empty hybrid tubes. (C) 2006 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. |
2006 |
Guden, M; Toksoy, A K; Kavi, H Experimental investigation of interaction effects in foam-filled thin-walled aluminum tubes Journal Article JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE, 41 (19), pp. 6417-6424, 2006, ISSN: 0022-2461. @article{ISI:000241379600030, title = {Experimental investigation of interaction effects in foam-filled thin-walled aluminum tubes}, author = {M Guden and A K Toksoy and H Kavi}, doi = {10.1007/s10853-006-0722-3}, issn = {0022-2461}, year = {2006}, date = {2006-10-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE}, volume = {41}, number = {19}, pages = {6417-6424}, abstract = {The interaction coefficients of polystyrene foam filling of thin-walled aluminum cylindrical tubes were investigated experimentally through compression testing of partially foam-filled tubes with and without adhesive. The experimental load-displacement curves and observation of the crushed sections of filled tubes have shown that partial foam filling reduced the fold length and hence increased the average crushing loads of tubes, proving the interaction effect between tube wall and filler. The interaction coefficients for the partial foam filling were further calculated to be in the level and/or higher than that of the foam plateau load of transverse direction.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The interaction coefficients of polystyrene foam filling of thin-walled aluminum cylindrical tubes were investigated experimentally through compression testing of partially foam-filled tubes with and without adhesive. The experimental load-displacement curves and observation of the crushed sections of filled tubes have shown that partial foam filling reduced the fold length and hence increased the average crushing loads of tubes, proving the interaction effect between tube wall and filler. The interaction coefficients for the partial foam filling were further calculated to be in the level and/or higher than that of the foam plateau load of transverse direction. |
Aidarova, S B; Musabekov, K B; Ospanova, Z B; Guden, M Foaming binary solution mixtures of low molecular surfactant and polyelectrolyte Journal Article JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE, 41 (13), pp. 3979-3986, 2006, ISSN: 0022-2461, (Conference on Syntactic and Composite Foams, Banff, CANADA, AUG 01-05, 2004). @article{ISI:000239282300004, title = {Foaming binary solution mixtures of low molecular surfactant and polyelectrolyte}, author = {S B Aidarova and K B Musabekov and Z B Ospanova and M Guden}, doi = {10.1007/s10853-006-7573-9}, issn = {0022-2461}, year = {2006}, date = {2006-07-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE}, volume = {41}, number = {13}, pages = {3979-3986}, organization = {ECI}, abstract = {The lifetime of water solution foams of sodium dodecylsulfate (DDS, low molecular weight surfactant) and sodium carboxymethylcellulose (SCMC, polyelectrolyte) and their binary mixtures was experimentally investigated. The effects of ionic strength and acidity on the foam life were also determined. In binary solutions, a synergic effect of DDS and SCMC on the surface tension reduction, most likely resulting from the interaction of the surfactant with polymer, was found. The addition of NaCl into solution or increasing the ionic strength was found to decrease the surface tension and reduce interfacial mobility, hence increased foam lifetime. The relatively low lifetime of binary solution foams in acidic medium was attributed to the reaction between SCMC and acid, which resulted in relatively small reductions in the viscosity and consequently lowered the solution viscosity. (c) 2006 Springer Science + Business Media, Inc.}, note = {Conference on Syntactic and Composite Foams, Banff, CANADA, AUG 01-05, 2004}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The lifetime of water solution foams of sodium dodecylsulfate (DDS, low molecular weight surfactant) and sodium carboxymethylcellulose (SCMC, polyelectrolyte) and their binary mixtures was experimentally investigated. The effects of ionic strength and acidity on the foam life were also determined. In binary solutions, a synergic effect of DDS and SCMC on the surface tension reduction, most likely resulting from the interaction of the surfactant with polymer, was found. The addition of NaCl into solution or increasing the ionic strength was found to decrease the surface tension and reduce interfacial mobility, hence increased foam lifetime. The relatively low lifetime of binary solution foams in acidic medium was attributed to the reaction between SCMC and acid, which resulted in relatively small reductions in the viscosity and consequently lowered the solution viscosity. (c) 2006 Springer Science + Business Media, Inc. |
Guden, M; Yuksel, S SiC-particulate aluminum composite foams produced from powder compacts: foaming and compression behavior Journal Article JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE, 41 (13), pp. 4075-4084, 2006, ISSN: 0022-2461, (Conference on Syntactic and Composite Foams, Banff, CANADA, AUG 01-05, 2004). @article{ISI:000239282300014, title = {SiC-particulate aluminum composite foams produced from powder compacts: foaming and compression behavior}, author = {M Guden and S Yuksel}, doi = {10.1007/s10853-006-7645-x}, issn = {0022-2461}, year = {2006}, date = {2006-07-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE}, volume = {41}, number = {13}, pages = {4075-4084}, organization = {ECI}, abstract = {The foaming behavior of SiC-particulate (SiCp) aluminum composite powder compacts containing titanium hydricle blowing agent was investigated by heating to 750 degrees C in a pre-heated furnace. Aluminum powder compacts were also prepared and foamed using similar compaction and foaming parameters in order to determine the effect of SiCp-addition on the foaming and compression behavior. The SiCp-addition (10 wt%) was found to increase the linear expansion of the Al powder compacts presumably by increasing the surface as well as the bulk viscosities. The compression tests conducted on Al and 10 and 20% SiCp foams further showed a more brittle compression behavior of SiCp/Al foams as compared with Al foams. The collapse stresses of Al and 10% SiCp/Al foams were also predicted using the equations developed for the open and closed cell foams. Predictions have shown that Al foam samples behaved similar to open cell foams, while 10% SiCp/Al foam collapse stress values were found between those of open and closed cell foams, biasing towards those of the open cell foams. (c) 2006 Springer Science + Business Media, Inc.}, note = {Conference on Syntactic and Composite Foams, Banff, CANADA, AUG 01-05, 2004}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The foaming behavior of SiC-particulate (SiCp) aluminum composite powder compacts containing titanium hydricle blowing agent was investigated by heating to 750 degrees C in a pre-heated furnace. Aluminum powder compacts were also prepared and foamed using similar compaction and foaming parameters in order to determine the effect of SiCp-addition on the foaming and compression behavior. The SiCp-addition (10 wt%) was found to increase the linear expansion of the Al powder compacts presumably by increasing the surface as well as the bulk viscosities. The compression tests conducted on Al and 10 and 20% SiCp foams further showed a more brittle compression behavior of SiCp/Al foams as compared with Al foams. The collapse stresses of Al and 10% SiCp/Al foams were also predicted using the equations developed for the open and closed cell foams. Predictions have shown that Al foam samples behaved similar to open cell foams, while 10% SiCp/Al foam collapse stress values were found between those of open and closed cell foams, biasing towards those of the open cell foams. (c) 2006 Springer Science + Business Media, Inc. |
Guden, M; Akil, O; Tasdemirci, A; Ciftcioglu, M; Hall, I W Effect of strain rate on the compressive mechanical behavior of a continuous alumina fiber reinforced ZE41A magnesium alloy based composite Journal Article MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING, 425 (1-2), pp. 145-155, 2006, ISSN: 0921-5093. @article{ISI:000241151500019, title = {Effect of strain rate on the compressive mechanical behavior of a continuous alumina fiber reinforced ZE41A magnesium alloy based composite}, author = {M Guden and O Akil and A Tasdemirci and M Ciftcioglu and I W Hall}, doi = {10.1016/j.msea.2006.03.028}, issn = {0921-5093}, year = {2006}, date = {2006-06-01}, journal = {MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING}, volume = {425}, number = {1-2}, pages = {145-155}, abstract = {The compressive mechanical response of an FP (TM) continuous fiber (35 vol.%) Mg composite has been determined in the transverse and longitudinal directions at quasi-static and high strain rates. It was found that the composite in the transverse direction exhibited strain rate sensitivity of the flow stress and maximum stress within the studied strain-rate range of 1.3 x 10(-4) to 1550 s(-1). The failure strain in this direction, however, decreased with increasing strain rate. Microscopic observations on the failed samples have shown that the composite failed by shear banding along the diagonal axis, 45 degrees to the loading axis. Twinning was observed in the deformed cross-sections of the samples particularly in and near the shear band region. The strain rate sensitivity of the fracture stress of the composite in transverse direction is attributed to the matrix strain rate sensitivity. In the longitudinal direction, the composite failed by kink formation at quasi-static strain rates, while kinking and splitting were observed at the high strain rates. The maximum stress in the longitudinal direction was, however, found to be strain rate insensitive within the strain rate regime of 1.3 x 10(-4) to 500 s(-1). In this direction, similar to transverse direction, twinning was observed in the highly deformed kink region. Several different reasons are proposed for the strain rate insensitive compressive strength in this direction. (c) 2006 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The compressive mechanical response of an FP (TM) continuous fiber (35 vol.%) Mg composite has been determined in the transverse and longitudinal directions at quasi-static and high strain rates. It was found that the composite in the transverse direction exhibited strain rate sensitivity of the flow stress and maximum stress within the studied strain-rate range of 1.3 x 10(-4) to 1550 s(-1). The failure strain in this direction, however, decreased with increasing strain rate. Microscopic observations on the failed samples have shown that the composite failed by shear banding along the diagonal axis, 45 degrees to the loading axis. Twinning was observed in the deformed cross-sections of the samples particularly in and near the shear band region. The strain rate sensitivity of the fracture stress of the composite in transverse direction is attributed to the matrix strain rate sensitivity. In the longitudinal direction, the composite failed by kink formation at quasi-static strain rates, while kinking and splitting were observed at the high strain rates. The maximum stress in the longitudinal direction was, however, found to be strain rate insensitive within the strain rate regime of 1.3 x 10(-4) to 500 s(-1). In this direction, similar to transverse direction, twinning was observed in the highly deformed kink region. Several different reasons are proposed for the strain rate insensitive compressive strength in this direction. (c) 2006 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. |
Sakar-Deliormanli, A; Guden, M Microhardness and fracture toughness of dental materials by indentation method Journal Article JOURNAL OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS RESEARCH PART B-APPLIED BIOMATERIALS, 76B (2), pp. 257-264, 2006, ISSN: 1552-4973. @article{ISI:000234834700003, title = {Microhardness and fracture toughness of dental materials by indentation method}, author = {A Sakar-Deliormanli and M Guden}, doi = {10.1002/jbm.b.30371}, issn = {1552-4973}, year = {2006}, date = {2006-02-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS RESEARCH PART B-APPLIED BIOMATERIALS}, volume = {76B}, number = {2}, pages = {257-264}, abstract = {The main objective of this study was to measure the fracture toughness of the human teeth enamel using the microindentation technique and to compare the results calculated from the equations developed for Palmqvist and radial-median cracks. Vickers microhardness measurements of dental ceramic (alumina) and human teeth were performed using indentation fracture method. The fracture toughness of enamel was calculated using different equations reported in the literature. Vickers microhardness or the sintered alumina specimen (98.8% theoretical density) was measured to be 14.92 GPa under 9.8N indentation load. Three equations based oil the radial-median cracks were found to be applicable for the fracture toughness determination or the enamel. Results show that indentation fracture method is adequate to measure microhardness and fracture toughness of dental materials. However the calculation of fracture toughness depended oil the nature of the cracks and also oil the location of the indentation. Therefore, it is necessary to identify the crack profile and to select the appropriate equation for accurate fracture toughness values. (c) 2005 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The main objective of this study was to measure the fracture toughness of the human teeth enamel using the microindentation technique and to compare the results calculated from the equations developed for Palmqvist and radial-median cracks. Vickers microhardness measurements of dental ceramic (alumina) and human teeth were performed using indentation fracture method. The fracture toughness of enamel was calculated using different equations reported in the literature. Vickers microhardness or the sintered alumina specimen (98.8% theoretical density) was measured to be 14.92 GPa under 9.8N indentation load. Three equations based oil the radial-median cracks were found to be applicable for the fracture toughness determination or the enamel. Results show that indentation fracture method is adequate to measure microhardness and fracture toughness of dental materials. However the calculation of fracture toughness depended oil the nature of the cracks and also oil the location of the indentation. Therefore, it is necessary to identify the crack profile and to select the appropriate equation for accurate fracture toughness values. (c) 2005 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. |
Kavi, H; Toksoy, AK; Guden, M Predicting energy absorption in a foam-filled thin-walled aluminum tube based on experimentally determined strengthening coefficient Journal Article MATERIALS & DESIGN, 27 (4), pp. 263-269, 2006, ISSN: 0264-1275. @article{ISI:000233836800001, title = {Predicting energy absorption in a foam-filled thin-walled aluminum tube based on experimentally determined strengthening coefficient}, author = {H Kavi and AK Toksoy and M Guden}, doi = {10.1016/j.matdes.2004.10.024}, issn = {0264-1275}, year = {2006}, date = {2006-01-01}, journal = {MATERIALS & DESIGN}, volume = {27}, number = {4}, pages = {263-269}, abstract = {The energy absorption in a foam-filled thin-walled circular AI tube was investigated based on the experimentally determined strengthening coefficient of filling using AI and polystyrene closed-cell foams with three different densities. Foam filling was found to change the deformation mode of tube from diamond (empty tube) into concertina, regardless the foam type and density used. Although foam filling resulted in higher energy absorption than the sum of the energy absorptions of the tube alone and foam alone, it was not effective in increasing the specific energy than simply thickening the tube wall. It was shown that for efficient foam filling an appropriate foam-tube combination Must be selected by taking into account the magnitude of strengthening coefficient of foam filling and the foam filler plateau load. (c) 2004 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The energy absorption in a foam-filled thin-walled circular AI tube was investigated based on the experimentally determined strengthening coefficient of filling using AI and polystyrene closed-cell foams with three different densities. Foam filling was found to change the deformation mode of tube from diamond (empty tube) into concertina, regardless the foam type and density used. Although foam filling resulted in higher energy absorption than the sum of the energy absorptions of the tube alone and foam alone, it was not effective in increasing the specific energy than simply thickening the tube wall. It was shown that for efficient foam filling an appropriate foam-tube combination Must be selected by taking into account the magnitude of strengthening coefficient of foam filling and the foam filler plateau load. (c) 2004 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. |
Aktay, L; Toksoy, AK; Guden, M Quasi-static axial crushing of extruded polystyrene foam-filled thin-walled aluminum tubes: Experimental and numerical analysis Journal Article MATERIALS & DESIGN, 27 (7), pp. 556-565, 2006, ISSN: 0264-1275. @article{ISI:000236222500003, title = {Quasi-static axial crushing of extruded polystyrene foam-filled thin-walled aluminum tubes: Experimental and numerical analysis}, author = {L Aktay and AK Toksoy and M Guden}, doi = {10.1016/j.matdes.2004.12.019}, issn = {0264-1275}, year = {2006}, date = {2006-01-01}, journal = {MATERIALS & DESIGN}, volume = {27}, number = {7}, pages = {556-565}, abstract = {The experimental and numerical quasi-static crushing responses of extruded closed cell polystyrene foam-filled thin-walled aluminum tubes were investigated. The numerical crash analysis of empty and foam-filled tubes was performed using the explicit finite element code PAM-CRASH(TM). Satisfactory agreements were generally achieved between the finite element model and experimental deformed shapes, load-displacements, fold lengths and specific energy absorptions. The model and experiments have also highlighted the several effects of foam filling on the crushing of thin-walled tubes. The energy absorptions in foam-filled tubes were further shown to be higher than the sum of the energy absorptions of empty tube (alone) and filler (alone). (C) 2005 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The experimental and numerical quasi-static crushing responses of extruded closed cell polystyrene foam-filled thin-walled aluminum tubes were investigated. The numerical crash analysis of empty and foam-filled tubes was performed using the explicit finite element code PAM-CRASH(TM). Satisfactory agreements were generally achieved between the finite element model and experimental deformed shapes, load-displacements, fold lengths and specific energy absorptions. The model and experiments have also highlighted the several effects of foam filling on the crushing of thin-walled tubes. The energy absorptions in foam-filled tubes were further shown to be higher than the sum of the energy absorptions of empty tube (alone) and filler (alone). (C) 2005 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. |
2005 |
Guden, M; Celik, E; Akar, E; Cetiner, S Compression testing of a sintered Ti6Al4V powder compact for biomedical applications Journal Article MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION, 54 (4-5), pp. 399-408, 2005, ISSN: 1044-5803. @article{ISI:000229270700014, title = {Compression testing of a sintered Ti6Al4V powder compact for biomedical applications}, author = {M Guden and E Celik and E Akar and S Cetiner}, doi = {10.1016/j.matchar.2005.01.006}, issn = {1044-5803}, year = {2005}, date = {2005-05-01}, journal = {MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION}, volume = {54}, number = {4-5}, pages = {399-408}, abstract = {in this study, the compression deformation behavior of a Ti6A14V powder compact, prepared by the sintering of cold compacted atomized spherical particles (100-200 mu m) and containing 36-38% porosity, was investigated at quasi-static (1.6 x 10(-3)-1.6 x 10(-1) s(-1)) and high strain rates (300 and 900 s-1) using, respectively, conventional mechanical testing and Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar techniques. Microscopic studies of as-received powder and sintered powder compact showed that sintering at high temperature (1200 degrees C) and subsequent slow rate of cooling in the furnace changed the microstructure of powder from the acicular alpha (alpha) to the Widmanstdtten (alpha+beta) microstructure. In compression testing, at both quasi-static and high strain rates, the compact failed via shear bands formed along the diagonal axis, 45 degrees to the loading direction. Increasing the strain rate was found to increase both the flow stress and compressive strength of the compact but it did not affect the critical strain for shear localization. Microscopic analyses of failed samples and deformed but not failed samples of the compact further showed that fracture occurred in a ductile (dimpled) mode consisting of void initiation and growth in alpha phase and/or at the alpha/beta interface and macrocracking by void coalescence in the interparticle bond region. (c) 2005 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } in this study, the compression deformation behavior of a Ti6A14V powder compact, prepared by the sintering of cold compacted atomized spherical particles (100-200 mu m) and containing 36-38% porosity, was investigated at quasi-static (1.6 x 10(-3)-1.6 x 10(-1) s(-1)) and high strain rates (300 and 900 s-1) using, respectively, conventional mechanical testing and Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar techniques. Microscopic studies of as-received powder and sintered powder compact showed that sintering at high temperature (1200 degrees C) and subsequent slow rate of cooling in the furnace changed the microstructure of powder from the acicular alpha (alpha) to the Widmanstdtten (alpha+beta) microstructure. In compression testing, at both quasi-static and high strain rates, the compact failed via shear bands formed along the diagonal axis, 45 degrees to the loading direction. Increasing the strain rate was found to increase both the flow stress and compressive strength of the compact but it did not affect the critical strain for shear localization. Microscopic analyses of failed samples and deformed but not failed samples of the compact further showed that fracture occurred in a ductile (dimpled) mode consisting of void initiation and growth in alpha phase and/or at the alpha/beta interface and macrocracking by void coalescence in the interparticle bond region. (c) 2005 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. |
Toksoy, AK; Guden, M The strengthening effect of polystyrene foam filling in aluminum thin-walled cylindrical tubes Journal Article THIN-WALLED STRUCTURES, 43 (2), pp. 333-350, 2005, ISSN: 0263-8231. @article{ISI:000226331700008, title = {The strengthening effect of polystyrene foam filling in aluminum thin-walled cylindrical tubes}, author = {AK Toksoy and M Guden}, doi = {10.1016/j.tws.2004.07.007}, issn = {0263-8231}, year = {2005}, date = {2005-02-01}, journal = {THIN-WALLED STRUCTURES}, volume = {43}, number = {2}, pages = {333-350}, abstract = {The strengthening effect of foam filling in thin-walled circular tubes, deforming in diamond and concertina modes, was investigated in polystyrene foam filled aluminum tubes. Empty tubes of two different diameters (16 and 25 mm) deformed in diamond mode, while foam filling changed the deformation mode into concertina in 25 mm tube due to thickening effect of foam filling. The strengthening coefficient in concertina mode was found around unity, while in diamond mode it was greater than unity. In concertina mode, foam and tube were observed to deform independently. However, in diamond mode, foam was compressed in between the folds, leading to a higher strengthening coefficient. The effects of deformation rate and the use adhesive on the average crushing loads of the filled tubes were also determined. (C) 2004 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The strengthening effect of foam filling in thin-walled circular tubes, deforming in diamond and concertina modes, was investigated in polystyrene foam filled aluminum tubes. Empty tubes of two different diameters (16 and 25 mm) deformed in diamond mode, while foam filling changed the deformation mode into concertina in 25 mm tube due to thickening effect of foam filling. The strengthening coefficient in concertina mode was found around unity, while in diamond mode it was greater than unity. In concertina mode, foam and tube were observed to deform independently. However, in diamond mode, foam was compressed in between the folds, leading to a higher strengthening coefficient. The effects of deformation rate and the use adhesive on the average crushing loads of the filled tubes were also determined. (C) 2004 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. |
2004 |
Guden, M; Yildirim, U; Hall, IW Effect of strain rate on the compression behavior of a woven glass fiber/SC-15 composite Journal Article POLYMER TESTING, 23 (6), pp. 719-725, 2004, ISSN: 0142-9418. @article{ISI:000223093900014, title = {Effect of strain rate on the compression behavior of a woven glass fiber/SC-15 composite}, author = {M Guden and U Yildirim and IW Hall}, doi = {10.1016/j.polymertesting.2004.01.004}, issn = {0142-9418}, year = {2004}, date = {2004-09-01}, journal = {POLYMER TESTING}, volume = {23}, number = {6}, pages = {719-725}, abstract = {Strain rate dependent compression behavior of a plain-weave S-2 glass fabric SC-15 epoxy (rubber toughened resin) composite plate, currently studied as the backing plate for composite armor applications, was determined in the through-thickness direction (normal to the fiber plane) in the strain rate regime of 1 x 10(-4) to 1.1 x 103 s(-1). In the studied strain rate regime, the modulus and failure strength of the composite were found to be rate sensitive and increased with increasing strain rate. Microscopic observations showed that the composite failed by ductile failure, involving matrix cracks and, later, cracking through and between the fiber layers. Crack deflections at rubber particle/matrix interface and particle pull-out were observed in the failed samples, contributing to the toughness of the composite. (C) 2004 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Strain rate dependent compression behavior of a plain-weave S-2 glass fabric SC-15 epoxy (rubber toughened resin) composite plate, currently studied as the backing plate for composite armor applications, was determined in the through-thickness direction (normal to the fiber plane) in the strain rate regime of 1 x 10(-4) to 1.1 x 103 s(-1). In the studied strain rate regime, the modulus and failure strength of the composite were found to be rate sensitive and increased with increasing strain rate. Microscopic observations showed that the composite failed by ductile failure, involving matrix cracks and, later, cracking through and between the fiber layers. Crack deflections at rubber particle/matrix interface and particle pull-out were observed in the failed samples, contributing to the toughness of the composite. (C) 2004 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. |
2003 |
Akil, O; Yildirim, U; Guden, M; Hall, IW Effect of strain rate on the compression behaviour of a woven fabric S2-glass fiber reinforced vinyl ester composite Journal Article POLYMER TESTING, 22 (8), pp. 883-887, 2003, ISSN: 0142-9418. @article{ISI:000186300400006, title = {Effect of strain rate on the compression behaviour of a woven fabric S2-glass fiber reinforced vinyl ester composite}, author = {O Akil and U Yildirim and M Guden and IW Hall}, doi = {10.1016/S0142-9418(03)00026-6}, issn = {0142-9418}, year = {2003}, date = {2003-12-01}, journal = {POLYMER TESTING}, volume = {22}, number = {8}, pages = {883-887}, abstract = {Quasi-static (similar to10(-3)s(-1)) and high strain rate ( > 500 s(-1)) compression behavior of ail S2-glass woven fabric/vinyl ester composite plate was determined in the in-plane and through-thickness directions. In both directions, modulus and failure strength increased with increasing strain rate. A higher strain rate sensitive modulus was found in the through-thickness direction while a higher strain rate sensitive failure strength was found in the in-plane direction. In the inplane direction, the failure mode was observed to change from splitting followed by ``kink banding'' (localized fiber buckling) to predominantly splitting at increasing strain rates, while it remained the same in the through-thickness direction. (C) 2003 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Quasi-static (similar to10(-3)s(-1)) and high strain rate ( > 500 s(-1)) compression behavior of ail S2-glass woven fabric/vinyl ester composite plate was determined in the in-plane and through-thickness directions. In both directions, modulus and failure strength increased with increasing strain rate. A higher strain rate sensitive modulus was found in the through-thickness direction while a higher strain rate sensitive failure strength was found in the in-plane direction. In the inplane direction, the failure mode was observed to change from splitting followed by ``kink banding'' (localized fiber buckling) to predominantly splitting at increasing strain rates, while it remained the same in the through-thickness direction. (C) 2003 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. |
Elbir, S; Yilmaz, S; Toksoy, AK; Guden, M SiC-particulate aluminum composite foams produced by powder compacts: Foaming and compression behavior Journal Article JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE, 38 (23), pp. 4745-4755, 2003, ISSN: 0022-2461. @article{ISI:000186420800012, title = {SiC-particulate aluminum composite foams produced by powder compacts: Foaming and compression behavior}, author = {S Elbir and S Yilmaz and AK Toksoy and M Guden}, doi = {10.1023/A:1027427102837}, issn = {0022-2461}, year = {2003}, date = {2003-12-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE}, volume = {38}, number = {23}, pages = {4745-4755}, abstract = {The foaming behavior of SiC-particulate (8.6% by volume) aluminum composite powder compacts contained Titanium Hydride blowing agent was investigated by heating above the melting temperature (750degreesC) in a pre-heated furnace. Aluminum powder compacts were also prepared and foamed using similar compaction and foaming parameters in order to determine the effect of SiC-particulate addition on foaming and compression behavior. The linear expansions of the compacts at various furnace holding times were ex situ determined. Optical and scanning electron microscopy techniques were used to characterize prepared and deformed foams microstructures. The SiC-particulate addition was found to increase the linear expansion and reduce the extent of the liquid metal drainage and cell coarsening of the aluminum compacts. The composite foam samples also showed higher compressive stresses, but a more brittle behavior as compared with aluminum foams. (C) 2003 Kluwer Academic Publishers.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The foaming behavior of SiC-particulate (8.6% by volume) aluminum composite powder compacts contained Titanium Hydride blowing agent was investigated by heating above the melting temperature (750degreesC) in a pre-heated furnace. Aluminum powder compacts were also prepared and foamed using similar compaction and foaming parameters in order to determine the effect of SiC-particulate addition on foaming and compression behavior. The linear expansions of the compacts at various furnace holding times were ex situ determined. Optical and scanning electron microscopy techniques were used to characterize prepared and deformed foams microstructures. The SiC-particulate addition was found to increase the linear expansion and reduce the extent of the liquid metal drainage and cell coarsening of the aluminum compacts. The composite foam samples also showed higher compressive stresses, but a more brittle behavior as compared with aluminum foams. (C) 2003 Kluwer Academic Publishers. |
Hall, IW; Guden, M Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar compression testing of an aluminum alloy: Effect of lubricant type Journal Article JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE LETTERS, 22 (21), pp. 1533-1535, 2003, ISSN: 0261-8028. @article{ISI:000185963100017, title = {Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar compression testing of an aluminum alloy: Effect of lubricant type}, author = {IW Hall and M Guden}, doi = {10.1023/A:1026167517837}, issn = {0261-8028}, year = {2003}, date = {2003-11-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE LETTERS}, volume = {22}, number = {21}, pages = {1533-1535}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Lopatnikov, SL; Gama, BA; Haque, MJ; Krauthauser, C; Gillespie, JW; Guden, M; Hall, IW Dynamics of metal foam deformation during Taylor cylinder-Hopkinson bar impact experiment Journal Article COMPOSITE STRUCTURES, 61 (1-2), pp. 61-71, 2003, ISSN: 0263-8223, (14th US National Congress of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, BLACKSBURG, VIRGINIA, JUN 23-28, 2002). @article{ISI:000183147900007, title = {Dynamics of metal foam deformation during Taylor cylinder-Hopkinson bar impact experiment}, author = {SL Lopatnikov and BA Gama and MJ Haque and C Krauthauser and JW Gillespie and M Guden and IW Hall}, doi = {10.1016/S0263-8223(03)00039-4}, issn = {0263-8223}, year = {2003}, date = {2003-07-01}, journal = {COMPOSITE STRUCTURES}, volume = {61}, number = {1-2}, pages = {61-71}, abstract = {Analytical solutions for dynamic deformation of foam materials during the Taylor cylinder-Hopkinson bar impact experiment were obtained. It was shown that shock wave of foam collapse appears during the fast impact. The results of this experiment can be used in estimating the average material properties of the foam under dynamic loading conditions. Results show that the undeformed and change in length of foam specimens are in good agreement between theory and experiment, as well as numerical analysis. (C) 2003 Published by Elsevier Science Ltd.}, note = {14th US National Congress of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, BLACKSBURG, VIRGINIA, JUN 23-28, 2002}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Analytical solutions for dynamic deformation of foam materials during the Taylor cylinder-Hopkinson bar impact experiment were obtained. It was shown that shock wave of foam collapse appears during the fast impact. The results of this experiment can be used in estimating the average material properties of the foam under dynamic loading conditions. Results show that the undeformed and change in length of foam specimens are in good agreement between theory and experiment, as well as numerical analysis. (C) 2003 Published by Elsevier Science Ltd. |
2002 |
Greene, SA; Hall, IW; Guden, M Improving the energy absorption of closed cell aluminum foams Journal Article JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE LETTERS, 21 (20), pp. 1591-1593, 2002, ISSN: 0261-8028. @article{ISI:000178181700011, title = {Improving the energy absorption of closed cell aluminum foams}, author = {SA Greene and IW Hall and M Guden}, doi = {10.1023/A:1020361331280}, issn = {0261-8028}, year = {2002}, date = {2002-10-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE LETTERS}, volume = {21}, number = {20}, pages = {1591-1593}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Hall, IW; Guden, M; Claar, TD Transverse and longitudinal crushing of aluminum-foam filled tubes Journal Article SCRIPTA MATERIALIA, 46 (7), pp. 513-518, 2002, ISSN: 1359-6462. @article{ISI:000175844200006, title = {Transverse and longitudinal crushing of aluminum-foam filled tubes}, author = {IW Hall and M Guden and TD Claar}, doi = {10.1016/S1359-6462(02)00024-6}, issn = {1359-6462}, year = {2002}, date = {2002-04-01}, journal = {SCRIPTA MATERIALIA}, volume = {46}, number = {7}, pages = {513-518}, abstract = {Al-foam filled and empty tubes of aluminum, brass and titanium were compression tested laterally. The specific energy absorption in filled tubes increased greatly in terms of percentages, and was greatest in aluminum tubes. In transversely tested tubes the foam deformed laterally showing a capability of spreading the deformation. (C) 2002 Acta Materialia Inc. Published by Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Al-foam filled and empty tubes of aluminum, brass and titanium were compression tested laterally. The specific energy absorption in filled tubes increased greatly in terms of percentages, and was greatest in aluminum tubes. In transversely tested tubes the foam deformed laterally showing a capability of spreading the deformation. (C) 2002 Acta Materialia Inc. Published by Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved. |
2001 |
Hall, IW; Guden, M High strain rate testing of a unidirectionally reinforced graphite epoxy composite Journal Article JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE LETTERS, 20 (10), pp. 897-899, 2001, ISSN: 0261-8028. @article{ISI:000169504000005, title = {High strain rate testing of a unidirectionally reinforced graphite epoxy composite}, author = {IW Hall and M Guden}, doi = {10.1023/A:1010968514339}, issn = {0261-8028}, year = {2001}, date = {2001-05-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE LETTERS}, volume = {20}, number = {10}, pages = {897-899}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Hall, IW; Ebil, O; Guden, M; Yu, CJ Quasi-static and dynamic crushing of empty and foam-filled tubes Journal Article JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE, 36 (24), pp. 5853-5860, 2001, ISSN: 0022-2461. @article{ISI:000172368200017, title = {Quasi-static and dynamic crushing of empty and foam-filled tubes}, author = {IW Hall and O Ebil and M Guden and CJ Yu}, doi = {10.1023/A:1012916408297}, issn = {0022-2461}, year = {2001}, date = {2001-01-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE}, volume = {36}, number = {24}, pages = {5853-5860}, abstract = {Metallic foam-filled tubes and their empty counterparts have been tested at quasi-static and dynamic strain rates in order to determine their energy absorption capabilities. Data from the Split-Hopkinson Pressure Bar have been used to generate force vs. displacement curves that are somewhat analogous to pseudo-engineering stress-strain curves. Force balance calculations have also been made. These results indicate that, on an equal weight basis, foam-filled tubes offer greater energy absorption capability than empty tubes at quasi-static strain rates. However, the benefit of foam filling does not appear to be extended to strain rates of the order of 200-500 s(-1). Force balance calculations are shown to have potential as a method for monitoring the crushing of metallic foams at high strain rate. (C) 2001 Kluwer Academic Publishers.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Metallic foam-filled tubes and their empty counterparts have been tested at quasi-static and dynamic strain rates in order to determine their energy absorption capabilities. Data from the Split-Hopkinson Pressure Bar have been used to generate force vs. displacement curves that are somewhat analogous to pseudo-engineering stress-strain curves. Force balance calculations have also been made. These results indicate that, on an equal weight basis, foam-filled tubes offer greater energy absorption capability than empty tubes at quasi-static strain rates. However, the benefit of foam filling does not appear to be extended to strain rates of the order of 200-500 s(-1). Force balance calculations are shown to have potential as a method for monitoring the crushing of metallic foams at high strain rate. (C) 2001 Kluwer Academic Publishers. |
2000 |
Hall, IW; Guden, M; Yu, CJ Crushing of aluminum closed cell foams: Density and strain rate effects Journal Article SCRIPTA MATERIALIA, 43 (6), pp. 515-521, 2000, ISSN: 1359-6462. @article{ISI:000089373000007, title = {Crushing of aluminum closed cell foams: Density and strain rate effects}, author = {IW Hall and M Guden and CJ Yu}, doi = {10.1016/S1359-6462(00)00460-7}, issn = {1359-6462}, year = {2000}, date = {2000-08-01}, journal = {SCRIPTA MATERIALIA}, volume = {43}, number = {6}, pages = {515-521}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Guden, M; Hall, IW High strain rate deformation behavior of a continuous fiber reinforced aluminum metal matrix composite Journal Article COMPUTERS & STRUCTURES, 76 (1-3), pp. 139-144, 2000, ISSN: 0045-7949, (Conference of the NATO-Advanced-Study-Institue on Mechanics of Composite Materials and Structures, TROIA, PORTUGAL, JUL 12-24, 1998). @article{ISI:000086637000014, title = {High strain rate deformation behavior of a continuous fiber reinforced aluminum metal matrix composite}, author = {M Guden and IW Hall}, doi = {10.1016/S0045-7949(99)00158-3}, issn = {0045-7949}, year = {2000}, date = {2000-06-01}, journal = {COMPUTERS & STRUCTURES}, volume = {76}, number = {1-3}, pages = {139-144}, organization = {NATO, Inst Adv Study; IDMEC; Inst Mech Engn; Inst Super Tecn; Tech Univ Lisbon}, abstract = {An aluminum metal matrix composite reinforced with continuous unidirectional alpha-Al2O3 fibers has been compression tested at quasi-static and dynamic strain rates. In the transverse direction, the composite showed increased flow stress and maximum stress within the studied strain rate regime, 10(-3) to 3500 s(-1). The strain rate sensitivity of the flow stress in this direction was found to be similar to that of a similar, but unreinforced, alloy determined from previous work. In the longitudinal direction, the maximum stress of the composite increased with increasing strain rate within the range 10(-5) to 700 s(-1). The strain rate dependent maximum stress in this direction was described by the strain rate dependent fiber buckling stress. (C) 2000 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.}, note = {Conference of the NATO-Advanced-Study-Institue on Mechanics of Composite Materials and Structures, TROIA, PORTUGAL, JUL 12-24, 1998}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } An aluminum metal matrix composite reinforced with continuous unidirectional alpha-Al2O3 fibers has been compression tested at quasi-static and dynamic strain rates. In the transverse direction, the composite showed increased flow stress and maximum stress within the studied strain rate regime, 10(-3) to 3500 s(-1). The strain rate sensitivity of the flow stress in this direction was found to be similar to that of a similar, but unreinforced, alloy determined from previous work. In the longitudinal direction, the maximum stress of the composite increased with increasing strain rate within the range 10(-5) to 700 s(-1). The strain rate dependent maximum stress in this direction was described by the strain rate dependent fiber buckling stress. (C) 2000 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved. |
1998 |
Guden, M; Hall, IW High strain rate properties of an SiCW/2124-T6 aluminum composite at elevated temperatures Journal Article SCRIPTA MATERIALIA, 39 (3), pp. 261-267, 1998, ISSN: 1359-6462. @article{ISI:000075059600001, title = {High strain rate properties of an SiCW/2124-T6 aluminum composite at elevated temperatures}, author = {M Guden and IW Hall}, doi = {10.1016/S1359-6462(98)00169-9}, issn = {1359-6462}, year = {1998}, date = {1998-07-01}, journal = {SCRIPTA MATERIALIA}, volume = {39}, number = {3}, pages = {261-267}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Guden, M; Hall, IW Quasi-static and dynamic compression behaviour of an FP (TM) alumina-reinforced aluminium metal matrix composite Journal Article JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE, 33 (13), pp. 3285-3291, 1998, ISSN: 0022-2461. @article{ISI:000077590800008, title = {Quasi-static and dynamic compression behaviour of an FP (TM) alumina-reinforced aluminium metal matrix composite}, author = {M Guden and IW Hall}, doi = {10.1023/A:1013272910939}, issn = {0022-2461}, year = {1998}, date = {1998-07-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE}, volume = {33}, number = {13}, pages = {3285-3291}, abstract = {An aluminium metal matrix composite reinforced with continuous unidirectional alpha-alumina fibres has been compression tested at quasi-static and dynamic strain rates. In the transverse direction, the composite showed increasing flow stress (at 5% strain) and maximum stress within the studied strain rates, 10(-3)-3 x 10(3) s(-1). In the longitudinal direction, the maximum stress of the composite increased similarly with increasing strain rates within the range 10(-5)-7 x 10(2) s(-1). If is shown that, if brooming of the sam pie ends can be suppressed, the failure stress of the composite in longitudinal compression increases significantly. Metallographic observations reveal the typical modes of damage initiation in the composite. (C) 1998 Kluwer Academic Publishers.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } An aluminium metal matrix composite reinforced with continuous unidirectional alpha-alumina fibres has been compression tested at quasi-static and dynamic strain rates. In the transverse direction, the composite showed increasing flow stress (at 5% strain) and maximum stress within the studied strain rates, 10(-3)-3 x 10(3) s(-1). In the longitudinal direction, the maximum stress of the composite increased similarly with increasing strain rates within the range 10(-5)-7 x 10(2) s(-1). If is shown that, if brooming of the sam pie ends can be suppressed, the failure stress of the composite in longitudinal compression increases significantly. Metallographic observations reveal the typical modes of damage initiation in the composite. (C) 1998 Kluwer Academic Publishers. |
Lecturer Dr. Özgür Günelsu
Educational Background
B.Sc. Middle East Technical University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2003
M.Sc. İstanbul Technical University, Turkey, Automotive Engineering, 2006
Ph.D. İstanbul Technical University, Turkey, Automotive Engineering, 2006
Research Interests
- Piston Secondary Dynamics and Lubrication
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sinan Kandemir
Educational Background
B.Sc. Balıkesir University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2006
M.Sc. University of Leicester, UK, Mechanical Engineering, 2009
Ph.D. University of Leicester, UK, Mechanical Engineering, 2013
Research Interests
- Light alloys
- Composite materials
- Metal matrix composites/nanomaterials
- Manufacturing processes (casting, semi-solid metal forming)
- Mechanical testing
- Materials Characterization
- Advanced electron microscopy
- Tribology
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Lecturer Dr. Büşra Karaş
Erasmus Co-Coordinator
Educational Background
B.Sc. Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Turkey, Industrial Engineering, 2015
M.Sc. Newcastle University, United Kingdom, Design and Manufacturing Engineering, 2017
Ph.D. The University of Sheffield, United Kingdom, Mechanical Engineering, 2022
Research Interests
- Additive Manufacturing for Metals and Composites
- Manufacturing Processes
- Optimization of Production Systems
- Sustainability
- Cost Modelling
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Prof. Dr. Gökhan Kiper
Minor Program Coordinator
Educational Background
B.Sc. Middle East Technical University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering / Mathematics, 2004
M.Sc. Middle East Technical University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2006
Ph.D. Middle East Technical University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2011
Research Interests
- Mechanisms
- Deployable Structures
- Kinematics of Robotics
- Dynamics of Machinery
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Res. Assist. Dr. Ayşe Korucu
Educational Background
B.Sc. Kocaeli University,Mechanical Engineering, 2007
M.Sc. Clemson University,Mechanical Engineering, 2011
Ph.D. Clemson University,Mechanical Engineering, 2016
Research Interests
- CFD
- Fluid Dynamics
- Turbulent Combustion Modeling
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şenay Mihçin
Educational Background
B.Sc. Middle East Technical University, Mechanical Engineering, 2001
M.Sc. Sabanci University- Leaders for Industry Program Double MSc in Mechatronics and Management Sciences, 2003
Ph.D. Computational Biomechanics, Loughborough University, United Kingdom, 2008
Research Interests
- Biomechancis, Validation, Verification
- Translational Research (Pre-Clinical)
- Motion Analysis, Simulations
- FE Modelling
- ISO 13485 Certifications
- Implant Design
- Crash Simulations
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Prof. Dr. Serhan Özdemir
Educational Background
B.Sc. Dokuz Eylül University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 1991
M.Sc. Illinois Institute of Technology, USA, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 1996
Ph.D. University of Florida, USA, Mechanical Engineering, 1999
Research Interests
- Machine Health and Diagnostics
- Intelligent Control
- Intelligent Modelling
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ünver Özkol
Educational Background
B.Sc. İstanbul Technical University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 1991
M.Sc. Illinois Institute of Technology, USA, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 1996
Ph.D. Illinois Institute of Technology, USA, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, 2002
Research Interests
- Turbulent and Separated Flows in machinery
- Experimental fluid mechanics (Optical techniques, thermal anemometry and flow visualization)
- Heat transfer enhancement, Cooling of Electronic Equipment with single and multiphase heat transfer
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Res. Assist. Dr. Hüseyin Sarıaltın
Internship Coordinator
Educational Background
B.Sc. Selcuk University, Mechanical Engineering, 2006
M.Sc. University of California – Riverside, Mechanical Engineering, 2010
Ph.D. Ege University, Solar Energy Institute, 2019
Research Interests
- Energy System Modelling
- Organic Photovoltaics Technologies
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Prof. Dr. Metin Tanoğlu
Educational Background
B.Sc. İstanbul Technical University, Turkey, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, 1992
M.Sc. University of Delaware, USA, Materials Science & Engineering, 1996
Ph.D. University of Delaware, USA, Materials Science & Engineering, 2000
Research Interests
- Composite materials
- Mechanical, Physical, Thermal and Microstructural Characterization of Materials
- Impact/Ballistic Behavior of Materials
- Armor Materials
- Porous Materials
- Nanocomposites
- Layered Clays and Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs)
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2003 |
Aliyev, MI; Khalilova, AA; Arasly, DH; Rahimov, RN; Tanoglu, M; Ozyuzer, L Features of electron and phonon processes in GaSb-FeGa1.3 eutectics Journal Article JOURNAL OF PHYSICS D-APPLIED PHYSICS, 36 (21), pp. 2627-2633, 2003, ISSN: 0022-3727. @article{ISI:000186845900007, title = {Features of electron and phonon processes in GaSb-FeGa1.3 eutectics}, author = {MI Aliyev and AA Khalilova and DH Arasly and RN Rahimov and M Tanoglu and L Ozyuzer}, doi = {10.1088/0022-3727/36/21/005}, issn = {0022-3727}, year = {2003}, date = {2003-11-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF PHYSICS D-APPLIED PHYSICS}, volume = {36}, number = {21}, pages = {2627-2633}, abstract = {Eutectic alloys of GaSb-FeGa1.3 were prepared by the vertical Bridgman method. A microstructure with the needle-shaped metallic FeGa1.3 phase oriented in a specific direction and uniformly distributed within the GaSb matrix was obtained. In GaSb-FeGa1.3 eutectics, the electrical and thermal conductivity, thermal diffusivity, thermoelectric power and Hall coefficients were investigated in a wide temperature range. These properties were measured at different mutual directions of current, thermal flow, magnetic field and metal phase inclusions. The influence of metallic inclusions on these properties was revealed and the distinctive characteristics of electron and phonon processes were established.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Eutectic alloys of GaSb-FeGa1.3 were prepared by the vertical Bridgman method. A microstructure with the needle-shaped metallic FeGa1.3 phase oriented in a specific direction and uniformly distributed within the GaSb matrix was obtained. In GaSb-FeGa1.3 eutectics, the electrical and thermal conductivity, thermal diffusivity, thermoelectric power and Hall coefficients were investigated in a wide temperature range. These properties were measured at different mutual directions of current, thermal flow, magnetic field and metal phase inclusions. The influence of metallic inclusions on these properties was revealed and the distinctive characteristics of electron and phonon processes were established. |
Tanoglu, M; Seyhan, AT INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADHESION AND ADHESIVES, 23 (1), pp. 1-8, 2003, ISSN: 0143-7496. @article{ISI:000181503100001, title = {Investigating the effects of a polyester preforming binder on the mechanical and ballistic performance of E-glass fiber reinforced polyester composites}, author = {M Tanoglu and AT Seyhan}, doi = {10.1016/S0143-7496(02)00061-1}, issn = {0143-7496}, year = {2003}, date = {2003-02-01}, journal = {INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADHESION AND ADHESIVES}, volume = {23}, number = {1}, pages = {1-8}, abstract = {An experimental investigation was carried out to determine the effects of a preforming binder on the mechanical properties and ballistic performance of E-glass-fiber/polyester composite systems. The glass preforms were consolidated by application of heat and pressure over plies of the glass fabrics coated with various concentrations of a thermoplastic polyester binder. The peel strength of the preforms with various binder content was measured and the highest peel strength was obtained from preforms prepared with about 9 wt% of the binder. Composite laminates with and without binder were fabricated using VARTM technique and the effects of the binder on the composite mechanical properties were evaluated. It was found that the flexural strength and mode I interlaminar fracture toughness decreases by 15% and 40%, respectively, due to the presence of 3 wt% of the binder. Ballistic test was performed on E-glass/polyester composite panels using 1.1-g fragment-simulating projectiles and it was found that the binder amount has some considerable effect on the damage extension of the impacted composites. The results showed that the preforming binder has significant potential to tailor composite properties. (C) 2003 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } An experimental investigation was carried out to determine the effects of a preforming binder on the mechanical properties and ballistic performance of E-glass-fiber/polyester composite systems. The glass preforms were consolidated by application of heat and pressure over plies of the glass fabrics coated with various concentrations of a thermoplastic polyester binder. The peel strength of the preforms with various binder content was measured and the highest peel strength was obtained from preforms prepared with about 9 wt% of the binder. Composite laminates with and without binder were fabricated using VARTM technique and the effects of the binder on the composite mechanical properties were evaluated. It was found that the flexural strength and mode I interlaminar fracture toughness decreases by 15% and 40%, respectively, due to the presence of 3 wt% of the binder. Ballistic test was performed on E-glass/polyester composite panels using 1.1-g fragment-simulating projectiles and it was found that the binder amount has some considerable effect on the damage extension of the impacted composites. The results showed that the preforming binder has significant potential to tailor composite properties. (C) 2003 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved. |
2001 |
Tanoglu, M; McKnight, SH; Palmese, GR; Gillespie, JW Dynamic stress/strain response of the interphase in polymer matrix composites Journal Article POLYMER COMPOSITES, 22 (5), pp. 621-635, 2001, ISSN: 0272-8397. @article{ISI:000171840500005, title = {Dynamic stress/strain response of the interphase in polymer matrix composites}, author = {M Tanoglu and SH McKnight and GR Palmese and JW Gillespie}, doi = {10.1002/pc.10565}, issn = {0272-8397}, year = {2001}, date = {2001-10-01}, journal = {POLYMER COMPOSITES}, volume = {22}, number = {5}, pages = {621-635}, abstract = {The interphases. of various sized E-glass-fiber/epoxy-amine systems were tested at displacement rates in the range of 230 to 2450 mum/sec using a new experimental technique (dynamic micro-debonding technique). The fiber systems include unsized, epoxy-amine compatible sized, and epoxy-amine incompatible sized glass fibers. A data reduction scheme was developed to relate the force vs. displacement response obtained from the dynamic micro-debonding technique to interphase shear stress/strain response. The stress/strain curves and interphase shear modulus values were obtained from these composite systems under average shear strain rates (ASSR) in the range of 215-3278 (1/s). The results showed that the magnitude of the interphase shear modulus was sizing and strain rate dependent In all cases, the shear modulus was found to be more compliant than the bulk matrix. The two sized fiber systems exhibited the highest strain rate sensitivity, with modulus increasing about threefold over the range studied. In addition, the rate dependent behavior of the model interphase materials were determined using the dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) technique. The model interphase materials closely resemble the interphase that forms on unsized and compatible sized fibers. Master curves relating the flexural storage modulus to strain rate were constructed based on the time-temperature superposition principle from DMA frequency sweep measurements. The DMA measured results are consistent with the dynamic micro-debonding test results, providing confidence in the test method as a reliable technique for characterizing the high strain rate properties of the interphase in composites.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The interphases. of various sized E-glass-fiber/epoxy-amine systems were tested at displacement rates in the range of 230 to 2450 mum/sec using a new experimental technique (dynamic micro-debonding technique). The fiber systems include unsized, epoxy-amine compatible sized, and epoxy-amine incompatible sized glass fibers. A data reduction scheme was developed to relate the force vs. displacement response obtained from the dynamic micro-debonding technique to interphase shear stress/strain response. The stress/strain curves and interphase shear modulus values were obtained from these composite systems under average shear strain rates (ASSR) in the range of 215-3278 (1/s). The results showed that the magnitude of the interphase shear modulus was sizing and strain rate dependent In all cases, the shear modulus was found to be more compliant than the bulk matrix. The two sized fiber systems exhibited the highest strain rate sensitivity, with modulus increasing about threefold over the range studied. In addition, the rate dependent behavior of the model interphase materials were determined using the dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) technique. The model interphase materials closely resemble the interphase that forms on unsized and compatible sized fibers. Master curves relating the flexural storage modulus to strain rate were constructed based on the time-temperature superposition principle from DMA frequency sweep measurements. The DMA measured results are consistent with the dynamic micro-debonding test results, providing confidence in the test method as a reliable technique for characterizing the high strain rate properties of the interphase in composites. |
Tanoglu, M; Robert, S; Heider, D; McKnight, SH; Brachos, V; Gillespie, JW Effects of thermoplastic preforming binder on the properties of S2-glass fabric reinforced epoxy composites Journal Article INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADHESION AND ADHESIVES, 21 (3), pp. 187-195, 2001, ISSN: 0143-7496. @article{ISI:000169329400002, title = {Effects of thermoplastic preforming binder on the properties of S2-glass fabric reinforced epoxy composites}, author = {M Tanoglu and S Robert and D Heider and SH McKnight and V Brachos and JW Gillespie}, doi = {10.1016/S0143-7496(00)00050-6}, issn = {0143-7496}, year = {2001}, date = {2001-06-01}, journal = {INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADHESION AND ADHESIVES}, volume = {21}, number = {3}, pages = {187-195}, abstract = {The effect of a thermoplastic polyester binder on the thermophysical and mechanical properties of an S2-glass/epoxy-amine system was investigated. The purpose of the polymeric binder is to bond the individual fabric layers together during preforming prior to composite fabrication. This paper will address the significance of the binder chemistry. i.e., the compatibility of the binder with the matrix polymer. on the composite properties. The peel strength of preforms consolidated with various concentrations of binder was evaluated using the T-peel test. The highest peel resistance was obtained from preforms that have full coverage of the binder on the glass fabric. Further increase of the concentration of the binder does not change the peel strength. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) on peel test fracture surfaces revealed mostly adhesive-type failure between binder and fiber. Double cantilever beam (DCB) and short beam shear (SBS) test results of the composite showed that the presence of about 2.6 wt% of the polyester binder reduces the Mode I interlaminar fracture toughness and apparent interlaminar shear strength of the S2-glass/SC-15 epoxy-amine system by about 60% and 25%, respectively. Moreover, the T-g of the matrix polymer within the interlaminar region decreases about 6 degreesC due to the presence of the binder. The dissolution of the polyester binder within the reacting matrix resin is limited for the standard cure cycle. (C) 2001 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The effect of a thermoplastic polyester binder on the thermophysical and mechanical properties of an S2-glass/epoxy-amine system was investigated. The purpose of the polymeric binder is to bond the individual fabric layers together during preforming prior to composite fabrication. This paper will address the significance of the binder chemistry. i.e., the compatibility of the binder with the matrix polymer. on the composite properties. The peel strength of preforms consolidated with various concentrations of binder was evaluated using the T-peel test. The highest peel resistance was obtained from preforms that have full coverage of the binder on the glass fabric. Further increase of the concentration of the binder does not change the peel strength. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) on peel test fracture surfaces revealed mostly adhesive-type failure between binder and fiber. Double cantilever beam (DCB) and short beam shear (SBS) test results of the composite showed that the presence of about 2.6 wt% of the polyester binder reduces the Mode I interlaminar fracture toughness and apparent interlaminar shear strength of the S2-glass/SC-15 epoxy-amine system by about 60% and 25%, respectively. Moreover, the T-g of the matrix polymer within the interlaminar region decreases about 6 degreesC due to the presence of the binder. The dissolution of the polyester binder within the reacting matrix resin is limited for the standard cure cycle. (C) 2001 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved. |
Tanoglu, M; McKnight, SH; Palmese, GR; Gillespie, JW The effects of glass-fiber sizings on the strength and energy absorption of the fiber/matrix interphase under high loading rates Journal Article COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, 61 (2), pp. 205-220, 2001, ISSN: 0266-3538. @article{ISI:000166750300004, title = {The effects of glass-fiber sizings on the strength and energy absorption of the fiber/matrix interphase under high loading rates}, author = {M Tanoglu and SH McKnight and GR Palmese and JW Gillespie}, doi = {10.1016/S0266-3538(00)00195-0}, issn = {0266-3538}, year = {2001}, date = {2001-01-01}, journal = {COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY}, volume = {61}, number = {2}, pages = {205-220}, abstract = {The interphases of various sized E-glass-fiber/epoxy-amine systems were tested at displacement rates in the range 230-2450 mum/s by a new experimental technique (dynamic micro-debonding technique), By this method, the rate-dependent interphase properties, apparent shear strength and absorbed energies due to debonding and frictional sliding, were quantified. The systems include unsized, epoxy-amine compatible, and epoxy-amine incompatible glass fibers. The high displacement rates that induce high-strain-rate interphase loading were obtained by using the rapid expansion capability of piezoelectric actuators (PZT). The results of dynamic micro-debonding experiments showed that the values of interphase strength and specific absorbed energies varied in a manner that is dependent on the sizing and exhibited significant sensitivity to loading rates, The unsized fibers exhibit greater frictional sliding energies that could provide better ballistic resistance, while the compatible sized fibers show higher strength values that improve the structural integrity of the polymeric composites. In addition, significantly higher amounts of energy are absorbed within the frictional sliding regime compared to debonding. By using the experimental data obtained, a case study was performed to reveal the importance of the interphase related micro damage modes on energy absorption (and therefore ballistic performance) of glass/epoxy composite armor. (C) 2001 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The interphases of various sized E-glass-fiber/epoxy-amine systems were tested at displacement rates in the range 230-2450 mum/s by a new experimental technique (dynamic micro-debonding technique), By this method, the rate-dependent interphase properties, apparent shear strength and absorbed energies due to debonding and frictional sliding, were quantified. The systems include unsized, epoxy-amine compatible, and epoxy-amine incompatible glass fibers. The high displacement rates that induce high-strain-rate interphase loading were obtained by using the rapid expansion capability of piezoelectric actuators (PZT). The results of dynamic micro-debonding experiments showed that the values of interphase strength and specific absorbed energies varied in a manner that is dependent on the sizing and exhibited significant sensitivity to loading rates, The unsized fibers exhibit greater frictional sliding energies that could provide better ballistic resistance, while the compatible sized fibers show higher strength values that improve the structural integrity of the polymeric composites. In addition, significantly higher amounts of energy are absorbed within the frictional sliding regime compared to debonding. By using the experimental data obtained, a case study was performed to reveal the importance of the interphase related micro damage modes on energy absorption (and therefore ballistic performance) of glass/epoxy composite armor. (C) 2001 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved. |
Tanoglu, M; Ziaee, S; Mcknight, SH; Palmese, GR; Gillespie, JW Investigation of properties of fiber/matrix interphase formed due to the glass fiber sizings Journal Article JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE, 36 (12), pp. 3041-3053, 2001, ISSN: 0022-2461. @article{ISI:000169015700021, title = {Investigation of properties of fiber/matrix interphase formed due to the glass fiber sizings}, author = {M Tanoglu and S Ziaee and SH Mcknight and GR Palmese and JW Gillespie}, doi = {10.1023/A:1017979126129}, issn = {0022-2461}, year = {2001}, date = {2001-01-01}, journal = {JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE}, volume = {36}, number = {12}, pages = {3041-3053}, abstract = {Sizings on glass fibers consist of a silane-based network that is chemically bound to the fiber and other compounds that are adsorbed onto the glass surface. Formation of interphase involves dissolution of adsorbed species and inter-diffusion of these compounds and resin monomers into the interphase region and chemical reaction of available functional groups. All these phenomena occur at the presence of the silane-based network. In this study, the effects of the silane-based network on the properties of the interphase region are investigated for an epoxy/amine resin system and compatible sized glass fibers. The composition of the sizing material bound to glass was determined using nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. Based on this information, model interphase materials were synthesized that were a blend of an epoxy/amine matrix and inclusions. The inclusions consist of an interpenetrating network of silane-based polymer and epoxy/amine thermoset that represents the interphase material formed during processing. Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) techniques were used to characterize the glass transition temperature and flexural modulus of the model materials. The properties of the model interphase material were obtained using the DMA results and established micromechanics models. The results show that the glass transition temperature of the model interphase is about -5 degreesC, and its flexural storage modulus at room temperature is about 50% of that of the bulk matrix. This work has also shown that a reduction in the cross-link density of the bound network might significantly reduce the modulus within the interphase region by a factor of 5 to 8. (C) 2001 Kluwer Academic Publishers.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Sizings on glass fibers consist of a silane-based network that is chemically bound to the fiber and other compounds that are adsorbed onto the glass surface. Formation of interphase involves dissolution of adsorbed species and inter-diffusion of these compounds and resin monomers into the interphase region and chemical reaction of available functional groups. All these phenomena occur at the presence of the silane-based network. In this study, the effects of the silane-based network on the properties of the interphase region are investigated for an epoxy/amine resin system and compatible sized glass fibers. The composition of the sizing material bound to glass was determined using nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. Based on this information, model interphase materials were synthesized that were a blend of an epoxy/amine matrix and inclusions. The inclusions consist of an interpenetrating network of silane-based polymer and epoxy/amine thermoset that represents the interphase material formed during processing. Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) techniques were used to characterize the glass transition temperature and flexural modulus of the model materials. The properties of the model interphase material were obtained using the DMA results and established micromechanics models. The results show that the glass transition temperature of the model interphase is about -5 degreesC, and its flexural storage modulus at room temperature is about 50% of that of the bulk matrix. This work has also shown that a reduction in the cross-link density of the bound network might significantly reduce the modulus within the interphase region by a factor of 5 to 8. (C) 2001 Kluwer Academic Publishers. |
Prof. Dr. Alper Taşdemirci
Educational Background
B.Sc. Erciyes University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 1998
M.Sc. Erciyes University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2000
Ph.D. University of Delaware, USA, Mechanical Engineering, 2005
Research Interests
- Static and Dynamic Mechanical Behaviors of materials
- High Strain Rate Testing Methods: Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar
- Drop Weight Test, Dynamic Response and Constitutive Modelling of Materials
- Experimental and Computational Mechanics, Composite Armor Mechanics
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Assist. Prof. Dr. Halil Tetik
Educational Background
B.Sc. İzmir Institute of Technology, Turkiye, Mechanical Engineering, 2013
M.Sc. İzmir Institute of Technology, Turkiye, Mechanical Engineering, 2016
Ph.D. Kansas State University, USA, Industrial Engineering, 2022
Research Interests
- Additive Manufacturing
- Advanced Manufacturing Techniques
- Functional Aerogels and Their Applications
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Assist. Prof. Dr. Fatih Toksoy
Educational Background
B.Sc. Sakarya University, Turkey, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, 2006
M.Sc. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, USA, Materials Science & Engineering, 2010
Ph.D. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, USA, Materials Science & Engineering, 2014
Research Interests
- Boride and Carbide Materials
- Powder Synthesis & Processing
- Materials Characterization
- Sintering
- Hard Ceramics
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Assist. Prof. Dr. Kasım Toprak
Erasmus Co-Coordinator
Educational Background
B.Sc. Zonguldak Karaelmas University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2006
M.Sc. Rice University, USA, Mechanical Engineering, 2010
Ph.D. Rice University, USA, Mechanical Engineering, 2014
Research Interests
- Energy Efficiency
- Thermal Energy Storage Systems
- Heat Recovery
- HVAC Systems
- Renewable Energy
- Thermal Analysis of Nanomaterials
- Molecular Dynamics
- Thermophysical Properties
- Heat Transfer Enhancement
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Assist. Prof. Dr. Benay Uzer Yılmaz
Vice Chair
Educational Background
B.Sc. Koç University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2013
Ph.D. Koç University, Turkey, Mechanical Engineering, 2017
Research Interests
- Mechanical and Microstructural Design of Metallic Implants
- Additive Manufacturing of Metallic Materials
- Biomimetic Architectures for Functional Biomaterials
- Designing Cell-implant Interface
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