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    Effect of Carbon Content on Mechanical Properties of TLP Bonded Ferrite- Martensite Dual Phase Steels

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Elyasi Boroojeni, Forood (Author) ; Ekrami, Ali Akbar (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    During the last few years researchers have drawn much attention to HSLA steels because of the application of these steels in many industries. Ferrite-martensite dual phase(DP) steels are one of the most common HSLA steels which are currently used. Combination of these two phases provides good strength along with good ductility. Joining and welding of these steels has always been an important challenge. The aim of this study is to examine applicability of TLP method for joining and dual phase processing of this steels at the same time. Microstructural and mechanical examination of the bonded specimens showed that isothermal solidification occurred during holding for 50 min at the... 

    The Effect of Pressure on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of TLP Bonded Dual Phase Steels

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Fathi, Mohammad (Author) ; Ekrami, Ali Akbar (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Dual Phase ferritic-martensitic steels are kind of high strength low alloy steels (HASLA) which are widely used in industry because of their strength and formability. Since welding of dual phase steels in conventional welding methods causes structural change and Subsequently alters mechanical properties of both weld zone and heat affected zone(HAZ), additional operations which are not commercially viable is needed to achieve a dual phase structure in structurally changed regions. In this study, transient liquid phase (TLP) bonding method is used during dual phasing process in order to preserve dual phase ferritic-martensitic structure and avoid extra heat treatment. Applied pressure during... 

    Microstructure-mechanical Properties Relationship of Transient Liquid Phase Bonded 304 Stainless Steel With a Co-based Interlayer

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Sadeghian, Mohammad (Author) ; Ekrami, Ali Akbar (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Stainless steels have many applications in different industries like chemistry, medicine and food production. So for using these alloys it is necessary to join them with appropriate method. In this research, microstructure-mechanical properties relationship of 304LC austenitic stainless steel transient liquid phase bonded using a Co-based interlayer was investigated. For this purpose, bonding was conducted at 1180 ℃ for different holding times. Microstructure of the joints was evaluated by optical microscopy (OM) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). The results showed that isothermal solidification (IS) was completed within 1800s and no intermetallic compound was formed in the joint area... 

    Prediction of Temperature and Strain Distribution in the Warm Rolling of Austenite Stainless Steel

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Nemati, Elham (Author) ; Serajzadeh, Siamak (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    In this research, the hot and warm rolling of stainless steel 304 was studied. First the rolling process was simulated using Finite Element Method software ABAQUS and the distribution of temperature and strain in the process under discontinuous conditions were predicted. Next, hot and warm rolling of stainless steel 304 under different conditions was carried out. Specimens were cut and subject to mechanical testing, metallography and electron microscopic studies. Data obtained from these experiments and the predicted trends from ABAQUS were compared, therefore studying the effect of different parameters on the microstructure and mechanical properties of the rolled specimen. Results indicate... 

    Evaluation of Mechanical and Structural Properties of Titanium Bone Scaffolds

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Naddaf Dezfuli, Sina (Author) ; Sadrnezhad, Khatiboleslam (Supervisor) ; Shokrgozaar, Mohammad Ali (Co-Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Interconnected–pore titanium scaffolds were fabricated by sintering of compressed mixture of TiH1.924 and urea or NaCl. Urea was removed by evaporation during sintering and NaCl was removed with water. TiH1.924 was used to enhance gas evolution for perpetuation of foam formation. Morphological studies of the spacer-removed scaffolds showed that the spacer shapes were replicated to the pores. Minimization of stress concentration at walls of the pores was, hence, helped by utilization of the spacers with spherical particles. The scaffolds having relative densities of 0.34 to 0.65 consisted pores of 200 to 600 μm diameter, compression strengths of 51 to 260 MPa, Young’s modulus of 6.3 to 22.66... 

    Improving the Failure Behavior of High Strength and High Hardenable Steels Resistance Spot Welds

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Aghajani, Hamid Reza (Author) ; Pouranvari, Majid (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Selecting materials is a key stage for designing vehicles. Today, advanced high-strength steels and stainless steels are attractive by the automotive industry. In this study, the improvement of mechanical properties of the martensitic stainless steels (MSS420 with annealed condition) and advanced high strength martensitic steels (MS1400 with quenched condition), which have a different response to mechanical tests, were investigated. The welding of MSS420 steel was carried out in three phases. In the first phase, the MSS420 double pulse welding with variable second pulse times (0.2s-1.8s) with a constant secondary pulse current of 4 kA and in the second phase a double pulse welding with... 

    TLP Bonding of Ferrite - Martensite Dual Phase Steel and Comparison with Fusion Welding Method

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Dehghanzadeh, Masoud (Author) ; Ekrami, Ali Akbar (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    In this study, low carbon plain steels joined with TLP bonding method using Fe-44Ni-7B-4Mo interlayer, The bonding parameters (holding time, temperature) have been changed to find optimum conditions of TLP bonding. Microstructure and properties of joints have also been investigated. Dual phase processing of the used steel has been carried out during joints homogenization. Microstructural studies with scanning electron microscope and optical microscope showed that isothermal solidification completed at holding for 50 minutes at the bonding temperature of 1180℃. These parameters are taken as optimum conditions of TLP bonding. Microstructure of the isothermally solidified zone (joint region)... 

    Effects of Shoe with Flexible Sole on Kinematics and Dynamics of Vertebral Column During Drop Vertical Jump

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Mohammadi, Mohammad Mahdi (Author) ; Nourani, Amir (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Disorders of the lumbar spine are prevalent within the realm of musculoskeletal issues, emphasizing the importance of investigating contributing factors. This research focuses on assessing how flexible footwear influences the kinematics and dynamics of the vertebral column during drop vertical jump. The study involves mechanical tests on various footwear types, including simple, flexible and re entrant shoes with differing levels of rigidity. Bending tests were performed on simple and flexible shoes with hardness of 50 Asker C and flexible shoes with hardness of 40 Asker C. Additionally, compression tests were carried out on all soles at two different angles. The Bending tests revealed that,... 

    Microstructural study of a High Bainite Dual Phase (HBDP) steel austempered at different temperatures

    , Article Defect and Diffusion Forum ; Volume 297-301 , 2010 , Pages 62-67 ; 10120386 (ISSN); 3908451809 (ISBN); 9783908451808 (ISBN) Bakhtiari, R ; Ekrami, A ; Sharif University of Technology
    Trans Tech Publications Ltd  2010
    Abstract
    4340 steel bars were austenitized at 850°C for 1 hour followed by heating at 700°C (ferrite and austenite region) for 90 min and quenching into a salt bath with different temperatures of 300, 350, 400 and 450°C. The steel bars were held for 1 hour at these temperatures before air cooling to room temperature. Various ferrite-bainite microstructures with 34% volume fraction of ferrite and different bainite morphologies were obtained. The results of SEM studies showed that by increasing the austempering temperature, the morphology of bainite varies from lower to upper bainite. According to the T-T-T diagram of the studied steel, the bainite transformation will not complete for the holding time... 

    Ceria reinforced nanocomposite solder foils fabricated by accumulative roll bonding process

    , Article Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics ; Volume 23, Issue 9 , September , 2012 , Pages 1698-1704 ; 09574522 (ISSN) Roshanghias, A ; Kokabi, A. H ; Miyashita, Y ; Mutoh, Y ; Rezayat, M ; Madaah Hosseini, H. R ; Sharif University of Technology
    Springer  2012
    Abstract
    As one of the key technologies for high performance electronic devices, composite solders have been recently developed to improve thermal and mechanical properties of solder joints. In this study, accumulative roll bonding process was used as an effective alternative method for manufacturing high-strength, finely dispersed, void-free and highly uniform Sn-Ag-Cu/CeO 2 nanocomposite solders. Microstructural investigation of nanocomposite solders revealed that homogenous distribution of CeO 2 nanoparticle has been achieved and the eutectic as-cast morphology of the solder changed to recrystallized fine grained structure. As a result of severe plastic deformation during rolling, brittle and... 

    Effect of geometry on the fixation strength of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using bashti technique

    , Article Journal of Knee Surgery ; Volume 35, Issue 5 , 2022 , Pages 539-547 ; 15388506 (ISSN) Moeinnia, H ; Nourani, A ; Borjali, A ; Mohseni, M ; Ghias, N ; Korani, H ; Chizari, M ; Sharif University of Technology
    Georg Thieme Verlag  2022
    Abstract
    The goal of this study is to investigate the effects of tendon and cannulated drill bit diameter on the strength of the bone and site hold tendon inside (BASHTI) fixation technique for an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Bovine digital tendons and Sawbones blocks were used to mimic the ACL reconstruction. Mechanical strength of the specimens was measured using a cyclic loading continued by a single cycle pullout load until failure to simulate the real postsurgical loading conditions. Finally, failure modes of specimens and ultimate failure load were recorded. The maximum possible tendon surface strain (i.e., tendon compression [TC]) for tendon diameters of 6, 7, 8, and 9 mm... 

    Effect of 10Ce-TZP/Al2O3 nanocomposite particle amount and sintering temperature on the microstructure and mechanical properties of Al/(10Ce-TZP/Al2O3) nanocomposites

    , Article Materials and Design ; Volume 50 , 2013 , Pages 85-91 ; 02641275 (ISSN) Soltani, N ; Pech Canul, M. I ; Bahrami, A ; Sharif University of Technology
    Elsevier Ltd  2013
    Abstract
    A zirconia/alumina nanocomposite stabilized with cerium oxide (Ce-TZP/Al2O3 nanocomposite) can be a good substitute as reinforcement in metal matrix composites. In the present study, the effect of the amount of 10Ce-TZP/Al2O3 particles on the microstructure and properties of Al/(10Ce-TZP/Al2O3) nanocomposites was investigated. For this purpose, aluminum powders with average size of 30μm were ball-milled with 10Ce-TZP/Al2O3 nanocomposite powders (synthesized by aqueous combustion) in varying amounts of 1, 3, 5, 7, and 10wt.%. Cylindrical-shape samples were prepared by pressing the powders at 600MPa for 60min while heating at 400-450°C. The specimens were then characterized by scanning and... 

    Experimental and numerical study on choosing proper pulse shapers for testing concrete specimens by split hopkinson pressure bar apparatus

    , Article Construction and Building Materials ; Volume 125 , 2016 , Pages 326-336 ; 09500618 (ISSN) Bagher Shemirani, A ; Naghdabadi, R ; Ashrafi, M. J ; Sharif University of Technology
    Elsevier Ltd  2016
    Abstract
    Dynamic behavior of concrete specimens is investigated experimentally and numerically by split Hopkinson pressure bar (SHPB) tests. In order to accurately determine dynamic properties of brittle materials such as concrete, specimens should be subjected to particular pulse loading that can be generated by using pulse shapers. Choosing proper pulse shaper dimensions helps to obtain dynamic stress equilibrium, achieve constant strain rate and minimize pulse oscillation in the concrete specimens. To this end, SHPB tests are performed for concrete specimens and effective parameters on shaping pulses such as striker bar velocity, diameter and thickness of the pulse shaper are studied... 

    Effect of mineral fillers on the performance, rheological and dynamic viscosity measurements of asphalt mastic

    , Article Construction and Building Materials ; Volume 222 , 2019 , Pages 390-399 ; 09500618 (ISSN) Naveed, H ; ur Rehman, Z ; Hassan Khan, A ; Qamar, S ; Niaz Akhtar, M ; Sharif University of Technology
    Elsevier Ltd  2019
    Abstract
    The principal objective involved in this research is to explore the mechanical behaviour of the binder using different mineral fillers such as stone dust (SD), brick dust (BD) and fly ash Class F (FA). Currently, a large quantity of roads is being constructed under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project. It is a major concern for quality of road to with stand heavy loads. For the investigation of the quality of roads, it is mandatory to evaluate the behaviour of mineral fillers addition in asphalt mastic. Fatigue cracking, thermal cracking and permanent deformation have been found a major common distress in the construction of road networks. In this study, the behaviour of... 

    The effect of mixing molar ratios and sand particles on microstructure and mechanical properties of metakaolin-based geopolymers

    , Article Materials Chemistry and Physics ; Volume 240 , 2020 Riahi, S ; Nemati, A ; Khodabandeh, A. R ; Baghshahi, S ; Sharif University of Technology
    Elsevier Ltd  2020
    Abstract
    In this study the influence of the molar ratios such as SiO2:Al2O3:Na2O:H2O, as well as the sand particles on the mechanical performance, shrinkage and microstructure of metakaolin based geopolymers was studied. Considering different content of the reactive silica and alumina in metakaolin, forty eight different compositions were prepared. The proper condition for achieving the highest mechanical performance as well as less structural defects by tailoring the curing condition, molar ratios and addition of sand particles are presented. Special attention was paid to the incorporation of sand particles up to 70 wt% on the microstructure, shrinkage and mechanical properties of metakaolin based... 

    A comprehensive approach for the validation of lumbar spine finite element models investigating post-fusion adjacent segment effects

    , Article Journal of Biomechanics ; Volume 121 , 2021 ; 00219290 (ISSN) Azadi, A ; Arjmand, N ; Sharif University of Technology
    Elsevier Ltd  2021
    Abstract
    Spinal fusion surgery is usually followed by accelerated degenerative changes in the unfused segments above and below the treated segment(s), i.e., adjacent segment disease (ASD). While a number of risk factors for ASD have been suggested, its exact pathogenesis remains to be identified. Finite element (FE) models are indispensable tools to investigate mechanical effects of fusion surgeries on post-fusion changes in the adjacent segment kinematics and kinetics. Existing modeling studies validate only their intact FE model against in vitro data and subsequently simulate post-fusion in vivo conditions. The present study provides a novel approach for the comprehensive validation of a lumbar... 

    Characterization of reinforcing effect of alumina nanoparticles on the novolac phenolic resin

    , Article Polymer Composites ; Vol. 35, Issue 7 , July , 2014 , pp. 1285-1293 ; ISSN: 02728397 Etemadi, H ; Shojaei, A ; Sharif University of Technology
    Abstract
    Very fine alumina nanoparticles were loaded in novolac type phenolic resin (PF) using solution mixing method. The concentration of nanoalumina in PF was varied between 2.5 to 20 wt%. All the compounds were compression molded and then subjected to scanning electron microscopy (SEM), tensile, flexural, and dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) tests. SEM analysis showed that the nanoalumina were dispersed uniformly at low concentrations, however, at high concentrations, dispersion was suppressed leading to agglomerates in the composites. Mechanical testing revealed that the nanoalumina had a great influence on the strength and stiffness of PF resin particularly at concentrations below 5 wt%.... 

    Analysis of strain rate sensitivity of ultrafine-grained AA1050 by stress relaxation test

    , Article Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A: Physical Metallurgy and Materials Science ; Volume 45, Issue 12 , November 2014 , Pages 5442-5450 Mohebbi, M. S ; Akbarzadeh, A ; Kim, B. H ; Kim, S. K ; Sharif University of Technology
    Abstract
    Commercially pure aluminum sheets, AA 1050, are processed by accumulative roll bonding (ARB) up to eight cycles to achieve ultrafine-grained (UFG) aluminum as primary material for mechanical testing. Optical microscopy and electron backscattering diffraction analysis are used for microstructural analysis of the processed sheets. Strain rate sensitivity (m-value) of the specimens is measured over a wide range of strain rates by stress relaxation test under plane strain compression. It is shown that the flow stress activation volume is reduced by decrease of the grain size. This reduction which follows a linear relation for UFG specimens, is thought to enhance the required effective (or... 

    Effect of nanoclays on the mechanical properties and durability of novolac phenolic resin/woven glass fiber composite at various chemical environments

    , Article Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing ; Vol. 63 , 2014 , pp. 149-158 ; ISSN: 1359835X Eesaee, M ; Shojaei, A ; Sharif University of Technology
    Abstract
    Both natural montmorilonite (CN) and organically modified montmorilonite (CB) improved significantly the mechanical performance of novolac phenolic resin (PF)/woven glass-fiber (GF) composites due to their nanodispersion and good interfacial interaction with the matrix. It was revealed that the incorporation of 2.5 wt% of the clays enhances the elastic modulus up to 38% for CN and 43% for CB. Aging of PF/GF composites at various aqueous solutions, i.e. water, brine and acidic environments, increased stiffness of the composite (∼100-250% increase in elastic modulus) due to possible secondary crosslinking caused by water molecules and hydroxyl groups of PF resin. However, aging led to the... 

    Test data compression strategy while using hybrid-BIST methodology

    , Article Proceedings of IEEE East-West Design and Test Symposium, EWDTS 2013, Rostov-on-Don ; Sept , 2013 ; 9781479920969 (ISBN) Karimi, E ; Tabandeh, M ; Haghbayan, M. H ; Sharif University of Technology
    2013
    Abstract
    In this paper a strategy is proposed for compressing the test data while using concurrent hybrid-BIST methodologyfor testing SoCs. In the proposed method, in addition tousing BIST strategy for testing cores with deterministic sequential test patterns in an SoC( Without using scan chains), (ATE) is used for testing cores with deterministic test patterns through Test Access Mechanism (TAM) or functional bus. As will be shown in experimental results, this process compresses hybrid-BIST overall test patterns considerably that affects the overall Test Application Time (TAT) in comparison with pure deterministic, pure pseudo random, and combination of deterministic and pseudo random test patterns