A5016443125- High-Velocity Impact and Material Behavior
- Structural Response to Dynamic Loads
- Mechanical Behavior of Composites
- Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies
- Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites
- Textile materials and evaluations
- Cellular and Composite Structures
- Microplastics and Plastic Pollution
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management
- Structural Behavior of Reinforced Concrete
- Recycling and Waste Management Techniques
- Energetic Materials and Combustion
- Advanced Materials and Mechanics
- Flame retardant materials and properties
- Hygrothermal properties of building materials
- Geotechnical Engineering and Underground Structures
- Automotive and Human Injury Biomechanics
- Infection Control and Ventilation
- Healthcare and Environmental Waste Management
- Geophysical Methods and Applications
- Electromagnetic Launch and Propulsion Technology
- Transportation Safety and Impact Analysis
- Advanced Cellulose Research Studies
- Ion-surface interactions and analysis
- Soil and Unsaturated Flow
University of Canberra
2022-2024
UNSW Canberra
2023-2024
UNSW Sydney
2022-2023
Canberra (United Kingdom)
2023
Camden and Campbelltown Hospitals
2023
The University of Sydney
2019-2022
University of Moratuwa
2002-2021
Institute of Textile Technology and Process Engineering
2016
This study elaborates on the effects of matrix rigidity high-velocity impact behaviour UHMWPE textile composites using experimental and numerical methods. Textile composite samples were manufactured a plain-weave fabric (comprising Spectra® 1000 fibres) four different materials. High-velocity tests conducted by launching spherical steel projectile to strike prepared via gas gun. The results showed that gradually changed from membrane stretching mode plate bending as thickness increased....
This study investigated how mild steel cover plates of various thicknesses affected the collapse re-entrant auxetic structures under penetration at 500 m/s by ø16 mm spherical projectiles. A combination experimental and numerical methods was used to capture this effect with made from 3D printed titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V) ABS plastic (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene), wire cut 304 stainless (SS304). Experimentally, were tested a 2.90 plate without plate. Numerically, thickness on response...
Incorporating elastomers such as polymers in protective structures to withstand high energetic dynamic loads, has gained significant interest. The main objective of this study is investigate the influence a Polyurea coating towards blast-induced response steel plates. As such, coated plates were tested under near-field blast produced by detonation 1 kg spherical nitromethane charges, at standoff distance 150 mm. Mild (XLERPLATE 350) and high-strength (BIS80) with thicknesses 10 mm 6 12 on...
With the increasing complexity of human lifestyles, demand for functionalized or high-performance textile materials has seen a steep rise. However, methods producing thereof are still creating negative impact on environment. Although biomimicry is possible means catering this demand, most emerging biomimetic technologies follow an unsustainable path, accentuated only transferring functionalities nature, by using chemical-intensive applications. Nevertheless, holds promise in sustainable...
Ballistic resistance enhancement of armours and structures has been a prominent area research over the years. Monolithic metallic plates have preferred choice for against high-velocity projectiles. High-strength steel is popular such systems. However, high areal density deters in accommodating systems practical applications which require lightweight products. On contrary, multi-metallic produced by combination low-density materials with similar or superior ballistic as their monolithic...
Post-industrial textile waste has been identified as a growing crisis in the developing world. Being leading apparel manufacturing hub, post-industrial Sri Lanka creates severe environmental challenges due to massive quantities of synthetic raw materials being used, and absence proper management systems. This study employed survey interviews investigate current status Lankan industry attitudes towards implementing sustainable strategies. Results indicate that firm generates 10–20 tons per...
This paper presents the first-ever investigation of Menger fractal cubes' quasi-static compression and impact behaviour. cubes with different void ratios were 3D printed using polylactic acid (PLA) dimensions 40×40×40 mm3. Three orders considered, namely M1 a ratio 0.26, M2 0.45, M3 0.60. Quasi-static Compression tests conducted universal testing machine, while drop hammer was used to observe behaviour under loading. The fracture mechanism, energy efficiency force-time histories studied....
The paper presents a study on the suitability of using Polymer as protective layer for critical structural elements prone to impact damage. Conventional damage mitigation methods include an outer steel jacket with void, protecting inner concrete-steel composite column. Whilst it is usually found that can partially negate load, column still experiences significant brunt load. In order minimise overall element, concept Polyurethane Polymer-Filled–Concrete–Steel Double-Skin Tubular Column...
Green construction materials developed using renewable resources have become the focus of concurrent research owing to increasing environmental considerations and legislations. However, most available literature only on load-bearing elements. Consequently, little attention has been paid towards non-load-bearing elements such as partitioning materials. The present work aims address this gap by investigating viability biodegradable bioplastic PLA in combination with yarns spun banana fibres...
Textiles, electrical appliances, automobiles, aircrafts and many other articles used are subjected to rigorous examination now undergoing intense scrutiny for their flammability properties. Flame retardant application plays a crucial protective function in saving life property by reducing the overall fire risk associated with using highly combustible raw materials products such as textiles, clothing, composites, plastics etc. Recently, there has been an ever-growing demand new flame product...