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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2026
    Formulation of mechanical properties of hybrid fiber alkali-activated concretes by data analysis

    Aksut, Yavuz Selim; Yetgín, Sukru

    In this study, ground blast furnace slag (GBFS) and waste volcanic rock dust (RD) produced in a natural stone processing plant were used as binders. The binders were activated with Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) and Sodium Silicate (Na2SiO3) to produce two types of concrete: alkali-activated concrete without fibers (AAC) and alkali-activated concrete with fibers (FAAC). In the production of concrete, steel and polyester fibers were used separately and hybrid at 0.25%, 0.50%, 0.75% and 1.0% by volume and a total of 117 15x15x15 cm cube specimens were produced. The mechanical properties of the specimens were evaluated by concrete surface hardness, ultrasonic pulse velocity and concrete compressive strength tests at 3, 7 and 28 days. The results obtained using non-destructive test methods were matched with concrete compressive strength values using various empirical formulas. Calculated concrete compressive strength values and actual concrete compressive strength values were compared using data analysis method. As a result, it was observed that there was a very significant correlation between the experimental compressive strength and the combined method in which 7-day surface hardness and ultrasound transmission rate were used together to calculate the compressive strength.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ1
    Comparative Mechanical and Thermal Performance of Graphene- and Silver Nanoparticle-Reinforced PLA Fabricated by FDM 3D Printing

    Karabudak, Filiz

    The increasing demand for high-performance and multifunctional polymer materials has driven interest in improving the mechanical properties of polymer components produced through additive manufacturing. This study aims to systematically investigate and comparatively evaluate the effects of low-content nanofiller incorporation on the structural, thermal, and mechanical performance of PLA-based materials produced via fused deposition modeling (FDM), with a focus on identifying filler-dependent behavior under different loading conditions. In this study, polylactic acid (PLA) composites reinforced with 0.5 wt.% graphene (Gr) and 0.5 wt.% silver (Ag) nanoparticles, added separately, were produced using fused deposition modeling (FDM) and comparatively investigated. Each nanofiller was incorporated individually into PLA-based filaments, and standard test specimens were fabricated via 3D printing. Structural, thermal, and mechanical properties were evaluated using tensile, compressive, and three-point bending tests, along with SEM, EDS, XRD, FTIR, DSC, and TGA analyses. The results showed that pure PLA exhibited typical brittle behavior and a single-stage thermal degradation profile. The tensile strength of pure PLA was 41.93 MPa, and the flexural strength was 70.76 MPa. The addition of 0.5 wt.% graphene led to noticeable improvements, particularly in flexural properties, while only a minimal (almost negligible) increase was observed in tensile strength, with tensile strength increasing to 42.24 MPa (+0.74%) and flexural strength increasing to 110.78 MPa (+56.6%). In contrast, 0.5 wt.% Ag exhibited mixed and load-dependent mechanical behavior, with slight improvements in flexural strength but reductions in tensile and compressive properties, where tensile strength decreased to 22.13 MPa (−47.2%) while flexural strength increased to 112.06 MPa (+58.3%). Structural and thermal analyses indicated that both nanofillers did not significantly alter the PLA matrix chemically, while contributing to controlled changes in material properties primarily through physical interactions. The novelty of this work lies in the comparative evaluation of graphene and silver nanoparticle reinforcement at a fixed low loading level within FDM-processed PLA, combined with a comprehensive and correlated analysis of mechanical, structural, and thermal behavior on the same specimen sets, enabling a clearer understanding of filler-dependent performance mechanisms in additively manufactured nanocomposites. Overall, it was concluded that low-rate nanofiller additions, when properly dispersed, may lead to selective improvements in the performance of PLA-based composites depending on filler type and loading mode, and show potential for advanced engineering applications such as lightweight structural components, functional sensors, and additive-manufactured parts requiring tailored mechanical performance and multifunctionality.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025
    Particle board production using paper mill waste sludge and European black pine (Pinus nigra A.) wood chips

    Karahan, Selim; Tekel, Muharrem

    Paper mills use excessive amounts of water throughout production to produce paper. While mills treat water for reuse, sludge is generated and must be processed as a waste, along with some washing water. In this study, waste sludge from a kraft process mill mixed with up to 40% black pine (Pinus nigra) wood chips was investigated for multi-purpose board production using urea formaldehyde resin and ammonium chloride as a hardener. The panels were pressed at 150 degrees C for 7 minutes between 2.4 MPa and 2.6 MPa. The resulting panels were 18 mm thick, with a density of from 0.69 gr/cm3 to 0.71 g/cm3. Measurements of density, moisture, water absorption, thickness swelling, modulus of rupture, modulus of elasticity and internal bond strength to the surface were carried out on the particle board panels. The results indicated that panels could be used for general purposes.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ2
    Optimal Ratio of Steel and Polyester Fibers on the Mechanical Behavior of Alkali-Activated Concrete Produced by Industrial Waste Minerals

    Aksüt, Yavuz Selim; Çullu, Mustafa; Yetgin, Şükrü

    Alkali Activation Concretes (AAC) have many superior properties compared to Ordinary Portland Cement Concrete (OPC). However, it shows traditional concrete behavior with its brittleness. In this case, the tensile strength and flexural strength which are weak in addition to ductility is being studied to be increased by using various artificial and natural fibers. In this context, it is inevitable to conduct multifaceted research to improve the behavior of Fiber Alkali Activated Concrete (FAAC). In this study, 13 different mixes were made using steel and polyester fibers in different proportions by volume (0%; 0.25%; 0.50%; 0.75%; 1%) separately and hybrid. The mechanical properties of cubic (150 × 150 × 150 mm), cylindirical (100 × 200 mm) and prismatic (150 × 150 × 600 mm) specimens were determined including compressive strength, modulus of elasticity and poison ratio, splitting tensile strength and flexural strength (toughness-energy absorption capacity and modulus of rupture). crack formation in concrete occurs early and a significant decrease in strength is observed due to the high flexibility and low flow resistance of polyester fibers. Steel fibers with high strength and higher yield strength were used in hybrid form to solve this problem. It was revealed that the blend ratio that contributed the most to the mechanical behavior of the specimens was the case where the fibers were used as hybrid at a ratio of 1% by volume evaluation from both the experimental results and the optimization.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ2
    Some physical and mechanical properties of particle boards produced from industrial wood chips and Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) cones

    Karahan, Selim; Guler, Cengiz

    This study investigated the potential use of Scots pine cones as an alternative raw material to larch wood chips for particle board production. Due to the increasing scarcity of forest resources, exploring alternative raw material for the forest industry has gained importance in in recent years. Particle boards were produced in laboratory conditions by blending industrial wood chips with Scots pine cones in varying proportions (25 %, 50 %, 75 % and 100 %) and usingr urea formaldehyde glue. The adhesice mixture contained 55 % urea formaldehyde glue and 33 % ammonium chloride as a hardener. Te production parameters included a press temperature of 150 °C, a press time was 7 minutes, and a press pressure of 2,4 MPa to 2,6 MPa. The resulting boards had a thickness of 16 mm and a density ranging from 730 kg/m3 to 740 kg/m3. Tests for thickness iswelling, water absorption, bending strength, modulus of elasticity and tensile strength perpendicular to the surface were conducted. Results showed that the physical and mechanical properties of the boards containing up to 25 % Scots pine cone met the required standards.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ2
    SOME PHYSICAL AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF PARTICLE BOARDS PRODUCED WITH HAZELNUT HUSK AND ASTRAGALUS (Astragalus membranaceus) PLANT

    Karahan, Selim; Guler, Cengiz

    In this study, under laboratory conditions, hazelnut husk and astragalus plant were mixed separately into black pine wood chips, and multi-purpose boards were produced from the obtained chips with urea formaldehyde glue. After the hazelnut husk and astragalus plant were dried and ground, they were added to the chip and glue mixture in certain proportions. Hazelnut husk mixture ratios were applied as 100 %; 0 %, 75 %; 25 %, 50 %; 50 %, 25 %; 75 %, 0 %; 100 % to black pine wood chip in the particle board mixture. These ratios were made in the same way for the astragalus plant. From these mixtures, chipboard blanks of 16 mm thickness and densities between 0,68 g/cm3 and 0,72 g/cm3 were produced. Density, moisture content, thickness increase, water intake, bending strength, modulus of elasticity in bending and tensile strength perpendicular to the surface were tested in physical and mechanical experiments. According to the results obtained, as the participation rate of hazelnut shells and astragalus increased, the durability properties of the panels decreased. At the same time, it shows that the technological properties of the panels produced by adding up to 25 % astragalus plant and hazelnut shells to the mixture comply with the standards.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1
    Corrosion and structural properties of lightweight magnesium and aluminum alloy cores based sandwich composites

    Keleş, Abdulsamet; Karabudak, Filiz; Acar, Volkan; Kula, M. Emin; Aslan, Mustafa; Karabacak, A. Hasan; Alibeyoğlu, Fatih

    Metal plate core-based sandwich composites have the potential to revolutionize various industrial fields due to their mechanical strength and vibration damping. In this study, AZ91 (a magnesium alloy) and Al1050 (an aluminum alloy) metal core-based sandwich composites of AZ91/carbon fiber-epoxy, AZ91/glass fiber-epoxy, Al1050/carbon fiber-epoxy, and Al1050/glass fiber-epoxy sandwich composites were manufactured. These composites' mechanical and dynamic properties were determined through tensile, three-point bending, and vibration tests. AZ91-reinforced carbon fiber composites exhibited a 28.8% higher tensile strength than glass fiber composites, while Al1050-reinforced carbon fiber composites showed a 17.2% higher tensile strength performance than glass fiber composites. Moreover, AZ91 reinforcement led to composites with higher average flexural strength for both fibers. In vibration tests conducted under clamped and free-free boundary conditions, the highest first natural frequency was observed in AZ91/carbon fiber samples, sparking further interest. Conversely, the highest first damping ratio was observed in Al1050/glass fiber specimens. In addition, the corrosion behavior of sandwiches was evaluated, and it was found that glass fiber provided better corrosion resistance than carbon fiber. Highlights: Sandwich composites comprising AZ91/Al1050 cores and carbon/glass fiber reinforced epoxy face sheets were manufactured. Galvanic corrosion effects were evaluated, and glass fiber was found to provide higher corrosion resistance. AZ91/carbon fiber sandwich showed 28.8% higher tensile strength than glass fiber. Vibration tests revealed the AZ91/carbon fiber sandwich had the highest first natural frequency. Al1050/glass fiber sandwich exhibited the highest first damping ratio.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1
    Flexural Behavior and Sustainability of Dual-Waste Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Designed for Pavement Applications

    Seferoğlu, Mehmet Tevfik; Aksüt, Yavuz Selim; Seferoğlu, Ayşegül Güneş

    This study evaluates the mechanical performance and sustainability potential of fiber-reinforced concrete incorporating mine tailings as the fine aggregate and waste tire wire as the reinforcing fiber. The concrete mixtures contained 0.2%, 0.4%, and 0.6% waste tire wire with the natural fine aggregate replaced entirely with Pb-Zn-Cu tailings. The mixtures were tested for porosity, water absorption, compressive strength, splitting tensile strength, flexural strength, toughness, fracture energy, and ductility to assess their mechanical performance and durability. The mine tailings improved the microstructure and reduced water absorption, particularly with tire wire. Using waste tire wire improved the compressive, tensile, and flexural performance; in particular, W-6 showed a 18.2% rise in compressive strength and a more than twofold increase in flexural strength relative to the control mix. The flexural toughness and fracture energy rose by up to 161%, while the ductility peaked at a fiber content of 0.2%. These gains were attributed to fiber crack-bridging and post-cracking energy absorption. The dual-waste system also reduced porosity, improved durability, and demonstrated strong potential for rigid pavement applications such as highways, industrial yards, and airport runways that require high fatigue resistance and a long service life. Beyond technical performance, this approach offers a sustainable solution that lowers maintenance, reduces life-cycle costs, and aligns with circular economy principles.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ1
    Deep eutectic solvent as plasticizing agent for the zein based films

    Yilmaz, Mustafa Tahsin; Kul, Ebubekir; Saricaoglu, Furkan Turker; Odabas, Halil Ibrahim; Taylan, Osman; Dertli, Enes

    This study explores, the impacts of incorporating of deep eutectic solvent (DES) as plasticizer on the characteristics of zein films. Investigation focused on examining the mechanical, thermal, surface, and microstructural properties of zein films that were plasticized using DES. The findings of the study revealed that by adding DES to zein films, there was an observed improvement in transparency. Additionally, it was observed that up to a 20% addition of DES led to a reduction in water vapor permeability (WVP). However, beyond this level, the WVP increased as the surface hydrophobicity decreased. The films that were plasticized with DES showed higher tensile and burst strength values than control. However, there was a decrease in the elongation at break and burst distance, except for the film containing 30% DES. The addition of DES as plasticizer resulted in smoother surface morphology compared to the control, and all films revealed homogeneous and non-porous surface and cross-section microstructure. The films plasticized with DES displayed three different thermal degradation temperatures resulting in higher thermal stability. The FT-IR spectrum of films showed similar backbone structure including Amide I, II and III bands. However, 5% DES plasticized film showed different secondary structural peaks of Amide I band due to lower α-helix and higher β-sheet and random coil content. The findings of this investigation indicate that the employment of DES as plasticizer in biodegradable polymer films can yield enhanced mechanical and barrier characteristics compared to conventional plasticizers, thus demonstrating its potential for effective use.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ2
    Characterization of biodegradable bi-layer films from thermoplastic starch and poly-l-lactic acid

    Parlak, Mahmut Ekrem; Uzuner, Kubra; Ozdemir, Sebahat; Kirac Demirel, Fatma Tuba; Dundar, Ayse Neslihan; Sahin, Oya Irmak; Dagdelen, Adnan Fatih; Odabas, Halil Ibrahim; Saricaoglu, Furkan Turker

    This study aimed to enhance the oxygen barrier properties of polylactic acid (PLA) film, a biodegradable packaging material with high oxygen permeability (OP). Bi-layer films were produced by coating thermoplastic starch (TPS) onto PLA films in various ratios while maintaining constant film thickness. The mechanical, optical, barrier, thermal, hydrophobicity, moisture sorption, and microstructural properties of the films were analyzed. Increasing the TPS ratio elevated moisture content (MC), water uptake, solubility, and opacity while enhancing UV barrier properties. TPS coating reduced tensile and burst strength but increased the burst deformation of the bi-layer films. Bi-layer film production resulted in a water vapor permeability increase of 59.26%–94.44% compared with neat PLA while decreasing OP by 2.52%–29.66%. The equilibrium moisture content (EMC) rose with higher TPS ratios, displaying type II isotherms. FTIR analysis indicated no chemical interactions between PLA and TPS. Increasing the TPS ratio decreased PLA crystallinity, supporting the mechanical and barrier properties of the bi-layer films. Neat and bi-layer films exhibited smooth, homogeneous surfaces, with a visible interface in the cross-section of the bi-layer films. In conclusion, TPS shows promise as an alternative to improve oxygen barrier properties in PLA films without adversely affecting other properties.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ3
    Influence of nickel addition on the microstructure, mechanical, and wear properties of Zn-40Al-2Cu alloy; [Einfluss des Nickelzusatzes auf das Gefüge, die mechanischen und die Verschleißeigenschaften der Legierung Zn-40Al-2Cu]

    Savaşkan, T.; Azaklı, Z.; Tan, H.O.

    To study the influence of nickel addition on the microstructure, mechanical and lubricated wear properties of Zn-40Al-2Cu alloy, one ternary and five quaternary Zn-40Al-2Cu-(0.5-2.5)Ni alloys were made by permanent mold casting. The wear behavior of these alloys was studied using a block-on-cylinder type test machine, after examining their microstructural and mechanical features. The microstructure of Zn-40Al-2Cu alloy was comprised of aluminum-rich α dendrites and a eutectoid α+η phase mixture. The addition of nickel caused the formation of intermetallic Al3Ni particles in the microstructure of this alloy. As the nickel content of alloys increased their hardness, friction coefficient, working temperature, and average surface roughness increased to certain extents but their strength, ductility, impact resistance, and wear volume decreased. However, the values of their wear volume and average surface roughness exhibited opposite changes with increasing nickel content. The worn surfaces of Zn-40Al-2Cu-Ni alloys were observed to be characterized by smearing and scratching marks. Furthermore, the wear and mechanical properties of these alloys were correlated, and the results were discussed in terms of their microstructural features. Finally, it may be concluded that the nickel addition adversely affects the ductility of Zn-40Al-2Cu alloy but increases its wear resistance.

  • MakaleYalnız künye2023Scopus SJRQ4
    Effect of Isothermal Treatment on Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Alloy Zn – 40% Al – 2% Cu – 2% Si

    Savaşkan, Temel; Hekimoğlu, Ali Paşa; Azaklı, Zeki

    The effect of isothermal exposure at temperatures from 100°C to 250°C for 8 hours on the structure, mechanical and tribological properties of the Zn – 40% Al – 2% Cu – 2% Si alloy produced by chill casting is studied. The isothermal treatment eliminates dendritic segregation yielding a coarse-grained polyhedral structure containing an α-solid solution with fine inclusions of silicon and zinc-rich phase. Increase in the temperature of the isothermal exposure leads to decrease in the hardness and strength and increase in the ductility, in the coefficient of friction and in the wear magnitude while reducing the average roughness of the alloy surface.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2021Scopus SJRQ1
    Influence of Mg addition and T6 heat treatment on microstructure, mechanical and tribological properties of Al–12Si–3Cu based alloy

    BEDER, M.; ALEMDAG, Y.

    The aim of the present study was to investigate the influence of Mg addition and T6 heat treatment on microstructure, mechanical and tribological properties of the Al–Si–Cu–Mg alloys. In this context, a series of Al–12Si–3Cu–(0.5–2.5)Mg (wt.%) alloys were produced by permanent mould casting, and then subjected to T6 treatment. Their microstructure and mechanical properties were investigated using OM, XRD, SEM, EDS along with hardness, tension, compression and Charpy impact tests. Dry sliding friction and wear properties of the alloys were studied using a ball-on-disk type tester. It was observed that the microstructure of as-cast Al–12Si–3Cu–Mg alloys consisted of α(Al), Si, θ-CuAl2, β-Mg2Si, Q-Al5Mg8Cu2Si6 and π-Al8Mg3FeSi6 phases. T6 heat treatment gave rise to nearly spherodization of eutectic Si particles, formation of finer θ-CuAl2 and β-Mg2Si precipitates and elimination of Chinese script morphology of β-Mg2Si phase. The addition of Mg up to 2.5 wt.% decreased the hardness, tensile and compressive strengths, tensile elongation and impact toughness of the as-cast and T6-treated alloys and increased their friction coefficient and volume loss. T6 treatment, on the other hand, led to a significant increase in mechanical properties and wear resistance of as-cast alloys.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2021Scopus SJRQ1
    Effect of heat treatment on mechanical and wear properties of Zn–40Al–2Cu–2Si alloy

    SAVAŞKAN, Temel; AZAKLI, Zeki; HEKÌMOĞLU, Ali Paşa

    In order to determine the effect of heat treatment on the mechanical and wear properties of Zn–40Al– 2Cu–2Si alloy, different heat treatments including homogenization followed by air-cooling (H1), homogenization followed by furnace-cooling (H2), stabilization (T5) and quench–aging (T6 and T7) were applied. The effects of these heat treatments on the mechanical and tribological properties of the alloy were studied by metallography and, mechanical and wear tests in comparison with SAE 65 bronze. The wear tests were performed using a block on cylinder type test apparatus. The hardness, tensile strength and compressive strength of the alloy increase by the application of H1 and T6 heat treatments, and all the heat treatments except T6, increase its elongation to fracture. H1, T5 and T6 heat treatments cause a reduction in friction coefficient and wear volume of the alloy. However, this alloy exhibits the lowest friction coefficient and wear volume after T6 heat treatment. Therefore, T6 heat treatment appears to be the best process for the lubricated tribological applications of this alloy at a pressure of 14 MPa. However, Zn–40Al–2Cu–2Si alloy in the as-cast and heat-treated conditions shows lower wear loss or higher wear resistance than the bronze.

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  • Yüksek Lisans TeziAçık Erişim2019
    Nano partiküllü koruyucu maddelerin bazı ağaç türlerinin fiziksel ve mekanik özeliklerine etkileri

    Mehmet Irkılata

    Ahşap, hafif, mekanik direnci yüksek, iç-dış dekorasyonda yaygın kullanım alanları bulabilen bir hammaddedir. İç mekân uygulamalarında yaygın koruyucu malzemelerden olan bor bileşikleri açık havada yıkanma durumlarından ötürü uzun vadeli koruma sağlamazlar. Nano teknolojik uygulamalar bilgisayar, elektronik, robotik teknolojilerin yanı sıra malzeme biliminde yüzey kaplama ve nano kompozit üretimi gibi alanlarda da kullanılmaktadır. Çalışmada kullanılan nano maddelerin ahşaba daha derin nüfus edeceği, homojen dağılıp yıkanma miktarlarını azaltacağı düşünülmektedir. V Çalışmada ülkemizde yaygın kullanılan ağaç türlerinden iğne yapraklı ağaçlardan sarıçam (Pinus sylvetsris L.), Doğu ladini (Picea orientalis) ve geniş yapraklı ağaçlardan Anadolu kestanesi (Castanea sativa M.) odunları 1. Sınıf keresteler içinden rast gele yöntemlerle seçilmiştir. Koruyucu madde olarak seçilen nano hegzagonal bor nitrür %1,5 konsantrasyon da ahşap malzemeye emprenye edilmiştir. Emprenye uygulamalı ve kontrol örneklerine bazı fiziksel ve mekanik testler uygulanıp; odunun hava kurusu yoğunluğu (ISO 3131), eğilme direnci (ISO 3133) ve elastikiyet modülü (ISO 3349) değerleri belirlenmiştir. Retensiyon değerleri bakımından sarıçam ladin ve kestaneye göre daha yüksek retensiyon değeri göstermiştir. Anadolu kestanesinin yüksek oranda tül oluşumu ihtiva etmesi geçirgenlik oranında düşüşün sebebi gösterilebilir. Emprenye uygulaması sonrası nano hegzagonal bor nitrür hava kurusu yoğunluk değerlerinde %1.5-%5 arasında bir artışa neden olmuştur. Tüm ağaç türleri için emprenye uygulaması eğilme direnci değerlerinde azalmaya sebep olmuştur. Kontrol örneklerine göre h-BN uygulaması sonrası sarıçamda %25, ladinde %18,5 ve kestanede %9 oranında eğilme direnci değerlerinde düşüş tespit edilmiştir. Elastikiyet modülü değerleri bakımından kestane odunun da farklı sonuçlar elde edilmiştir. Emprenye uygulaması elastikiyet modülü değerlerinde sarıçam ve ladinde sırasıyla %18 ve %1'lik azalmaya sebep olurken, kestanede %4'lük bir artışa neden olmuştur.

  • MakaleYalnız künye2019Scopus SJRQ1
    Effects of zinc content on strength and wear performance of Al−12Si−3Cu based alloy

    ALEMDAG, Yasin; BEDER, Murat

    The effects of Zn content on strength and wear performance of Al−12Si−3Cu alloy synthesized by gravity casting were systematically investigated. The microstructure and mechanical properties of the alloys were evaluated using OM, XRD, SEM as well as hardness, tension, compression and Charpy impact tests. Their dry sliding wear tests were carried out with a ball-on-disk tester. Microscopic examinations revealed that the microstructure of the base alloy consisted of the α(Al) dendrites, needle-type and coarse Si particles, and CuAl2 (θ) phase. The addition of Zn to this alloy resulted in the formation of α-solid solution phase and the increase of coarse Si particles. The hardness, yield, tensile and compressive strengths, elongation to fracture and impact toughness of the Al−12Si−3Cu−Zn alloys increased with increasing Zn content, but tendency in the tensile and compressive strengths and ductility reversed after adding 1.5%−2% Zn. In addition, the friction coefficient and volume loss of the Al−12Si−3Cu−Zn alloys decreased with increasing Zn content. The study showed that the addition of Zn to Al−12Si−3Cu alloy can improve its potential applications as tribological material.

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  • MakaleYalnız künye2018Scopus SJRQ3
    The effect of quench-aging on the mechanical properties of Zn-27Al-1Cu alloy

    Aydin, Murat; Senaslan, Fatih

    The ternary alloy Zn-27Al-1Cu was produced by permanent mold casting. As-cast alloy was aged for different periods after being subjected to solution treatment followed by water quenching. The microstructure, mechanical properties and fatigue behavior of as-cast and heat-treated alloy were then investigated. The quench-aging eliminated the as-cast dendritic structure and produced a uniform microstructure consisting of large grains combined with precipitates. The hardness and tensile strength generally increased, whereas the ductility slightly decreased with aging time. Under all conditions, the longest fatigue life was obtained from the alloy that had been aged for 0.5 h, while the alloy which had been aged for 10 h exhibited the shortest. The fatigue properties were found to be more dependent on impact toughness and elongation, rather than tensile strength.

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  • MakaleYalnız künye2015Scopus SJRQ4
    DRY SLIDING WEAR PROPERTIES OF Al-7Si-4Zn-(0-5)Cu ALLOYS

    Alemdag, Y.; Beder, M.

    In this study, one ternary Al-7Si-4Zn and five quaternary Al-7Si-4Zn-(1-5) Cu alloys were synthesised by permanent mould casting. Dry sliding friction and wear properties of the alloys were investigated by using ball-on-disc type tester after determining their microstructure and mechanical properties. The microstructure of the Al-7Si-4Zn alloy consisted of aluminium-rich alpha-dendrites, eutectic and primary silicon particles. Addition of copper less than 2% had no considerable effect on the microstructure of ternary alloy, but when the copper content exceeded this level the theta (CuAl2) phase formed in the microstructure of the quaternary alloys. The tensile strength and hardness of the alloys and microhardness of alpha-phase increased with increasing amount of copper but their percentage of elongation decreased with it. Copper addition up to 3% reduced the friction coefficient and volume loss of the alloys, above which they showed an increase. The wear surfaces of the alloys were characterised by smearing and de-lamination, but smearing appeared to be the dominant mechanism for their wear. The highest wear resistance was obtained with the Al-7Si-4Zn-3Cu alloy while the Al-7Si-4Zn alloy had the lowest wear resistance among the alloys tested.

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  • MakaleYalnız künye2014Scopus SJRQ1
    Microstructural, mechanical and tribological properties of Al-7Si-(0-5)Zn alloys

    Alemdaǧ, Yasin; Beder, Murat

    A series of Al-7Si-(0-5)Zn alloys were produced by permanent mould casting and their microstructure, mechanical and tribological properties were investigated in as-cast state. The microstructure of Al-7Si alloy consisted of α-Al dendrites surrounded by eutectic Al-Si mixture and a small amount of primary silicon particles. Addition of zinc into Al-7Si alloy resulted in the formation of α-solid solution and an increase in size and volume fraction of primary silicon particles. Moreover, these particles gathered inside interdendritic regions of the ternary Al-7Si-Zn alloys. The density, strength and hardness of Al-7Si-Zn alloys increased continuously with increasing zinc content, but their elongation to fracture and impact energy showed a reverse trend. It was also observed that zinc had no significant effect on the friction coefficient of the alloys, but their wear volume decreased with increasing zinc content up to 4%, above which the trend reversed. The wear surfaces of the alloys were characterized mainly by smearing layer with some degree of oxidation. In addition, delamination and fine scratches were observed on the worn surface. It was concluded that the addition of zinc up to 4% improves both mechanical and wear behaviour of Al-7Si alloy.

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  • MakaleYalnız künye2014Scopus SJRQ1
    The effects of chemical attacks on physical and mechanical properties of concrete produced under cold weather conditions

    Çullu, Mustafa; Arslan, Metin

    This study investigates the effects of corrosive conditions on the physical and mechanical properties of concrete produced in cold weather. 30% calcium nitrate and 5% hydroxyethylaminemixture (HEA) were used as additives in antifreeze. Within 15 min of placing the prepared concrete samples in molds, the samples were put in a deep freezer. They were exposed to frost at 0 C, -5 C, -10 C, -15 C and -20 C degrees in the deep freezer over two days. The samples were taken out of the freezer and removed from the forms one day later. They were cured in water at room temperature until the 28th day. The samples were then exposed to sulfuric acid of 5% concentration (H2SO4), magnesium sulfate of 7500 mg/L concentration (MgSO4), sodium sulfate of 5% concentration (NaCl), and corrosive cure and water-curing until the 120th day. At the end of the curing period, the permeable pore space volume, water absorption ratio, unit volume weight, capillarity ratio, impermeability, compressive strength, static modulus of elasticity, Poisson's ratio and tensile strength values of the concrete samples were determined. The results showed that the physical and mechanical properties of the concrete were negatively affected by the corrosive conditions.

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