Atomically locked interfaces of metal (Aluminum) and polymer (Polypropylene) using mechanical friction

Rout, A and Pandey, P and Oliveira, EF and da Silva Autreto, PA and Gumaste, A and Singh, A and Galvão, DS and Arora, A and Tiwary, CS (2019) Atomically locked interfaces of metal (Aluminum) and polymer (Polypropylene) using mechanical friction. In: Polymer, 169 . pp. 148-153.

PDF Pol_169_148_2019.pdf - Published Version Restricted to Registered users only Download (1MB) | Request a copy

Abstract

Joining different parts is one of the crucial components of designing/engineering of materials. Presently, the current energy efficient low weight automotive and aerospace components consist of a different class of materials, such as metals, polymers, ceramics, etc. Joining these components remains a challenge. Here, we demonstrate metal (aluminum) and polymer (Polypropylene, pp) joining using mechanical friction. The detailed characterization clearly demonstrates that atomically locked interfaces are formed in such joining and no chemical bonds are formed during the joining. Also, a waterproof and strong interface is formed in such a process. Fully atomistic molecular dynamics simulations were also carried out in order to further gain insights on the joining process. © 2019 Elsevier Ltd

Item Type:	Journal Article
Publication:	Polymer
Publisher:	Elsevier Ltd
Additional Information:	Copyright for this article belongs to Elsevier Ltd
Keywords:	Aluminum; Bond strength (chemical); Energy efficiency; Friction; Locks (fasteners); Microscopic examination; Molecular dynamics; Polypropylenes, Aerospace components; Atomistic molecular dynamics simulations; Current energy; Different class; Joining process; MD simulation; Mechanical friction; Metal polymers, Joining
Department/Centre:	Division of Mechanical Sciences > Materials Engineering (formerly Metallurgy)
Date Deposited:	09 Apr 2019 05:28
Last Modified:	09 Apr 2019 05:28
URI:	http://eprints.iisc.ac.in/id/eprint/62062

Actions (login required)

View Item