Papers by Keyword: Nano Alumina

Abstract: The effect of nano-alumina and radiation on the mechanical properties of high density polyethylene hydroxyl apatite composite was investigated. The study showed that nano alumina as filler in the composite enhanced the strength of the polymer matrix and hence improved the mechanical properties of the composite. The study also showed that the mechanical properties of the composite depended on doses of nano alumina used and radiation dose of gamma ray. The maximum radiation dose used in this experiment 100 KGy is the best dose for the composite that enhances the tensile strength, impact, modulus and flexural strength. The interface behavior and strengthening mechanisms are discussed.

Abstract: Water-based polyurethane forms continuous and dense film after fully drying. Ink is lowly absorbed by PU film, affecting drying rate and color reproduction. In order to improve the absorption of ink on PU film, PU/nano alumina compound was prepared by adding nano alumina in PU and stirring at high speed. PU ink absorption coating was got by being coated on the substrate. The influences of different content of nano alumina to transmittance of coating and solid density of color blocks were researched. The influences of soft and hard segment of PU to image resolution and water resistance were also researched. It can be seen that transmittance reduces when content of nano alumina increases. Droplets spread less when using PU of hard segment and image resolution and solid density are also higher. At the same time, water resistance of solid blocks is much better when printed on PU of hard segment.

Abstract: The nano alumina have been synthesised employing a novel eco-friendly route from natural bauxite ore. The synthesis of alumina powder from natural bauxite is of great interest owing to the fact that it enables mass production without the use of expensive chemical resources and processing techniques. Employing the Bayer process, synthesis of nano alumina has been made from natural bauxite followed by sol-gel route. The ultra fine alumina powder with high surface area is obtained through the digestion of gel followed by sintering. The size of the particle and its morphology was controlled by calcination temperature and processing time. The crystallite size of the nano alumina powder has been measured using XRD pattern and the FTIR spectrum of nano powder after calcination at different temperatures (873 K and 1273 K) were measured. The results from the energy dispersive X-ray analysis (EDAX) and morphological studies reveal interesting informations. The observed results indicate that one can control the particle size by controlling the aging and calcination temperature. The obtained results indicate that the above process technique is an unique method for the preparation of nano alumina (Al2O3) from natural source such as bauxite.