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    Mechanical Characterization and Finite Element Analysis of Jute-Epoxy Composite
    (EDP Sciences edps@edpsciences.com, 2018) Sangamesh, R.; Kumar, N.; Ravishankar, K.S.; Kulkarni, S.M.
    Natural fiber composite materials are such an appropriate material, that replaces synthetic composite materials for many of practical applications where we need high strength and low density. Natural fiber composites combine the technological, ecological and economical aspects. This leads to discovering its vast applications in the aeronautics, automotive, marine and sporting sectors. This paper deals with the study on mechanical characterization (Tensile, Compression and Flexural) of jute/epoxy (JE) polymer composite. The flexural properties of composites are experimentally tested and are simulated in commercially available FEA software. Flexural tested results are in good agreement with FEA results. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis of the failed samples reveals the matrix dominated failure. © The Authors, published by EDP Sciences, 2018.
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    Ballistic performance study of kevlar29 fibre reinforced polyester composite
    (Trans Tech Publications Ltd ttp@transtec.ch, 2019) Sangamesh, R.; Hiremath, H.; Ravishankar, K.S.; Kulkarni, S.M.
    Ballistic qualities of the material are important for the military defence barrier application for protection of military persons, their vehicles and equipment. In the present investigation ballistic performance of Kevlar29 fibre reinforced polyester composite (KPC) is analysed. A definite parametric study, taking into account various shape of projectiles (Flat-F, Spherical-S and Conical-C) impact on the composite target of different thicknesses (12, 16 and 20 mm). Impact velocity of the projectile considered for analysis 100-400 m / s. Ballistic parameters such as residual velocity, deformation and penetration behaviour are predicted. Conical projectile has more effect on the composite target compared to other projectile. Composite thickness influenced the energy absorption. The thickness increase from 12 mm to 20 mm which leads to increase in the energy absorption by almost 20%. © 2019 Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland.