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de Hoog, E. (author), van Wijk, J. M. (author), Wijnands, J. T.M. (author), Talmon, A.M. (author)The mining of polymetallic nodules from the seafloor at depths down to 6000m requires the excavation of nodules with a seafloor mining tool, the transport of nodules as a slurry through a jumper hose connecting the mining tool to a vertical hydraulic transport system and the transport of the nodules through the vertical lifting pipe. We focus...journal article 2020
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Peyghami, S. (author), Palensky, P. (author), Fotuhi-Firuzabad, Mahmoud (author), Blaabjerg, Frede (author)Power electronic converters will serve as the fundamental components of modern power systems. However, they may suffer from poorer reliability if not properly designed, consequently affecting the overall performance of power systems. Accordingly, the converter reliability should be taken into account in design and planning of Power Electronic...journal article 2020
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- Hiensch, E.J.M. (author) doctoral thesis 2019
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Ambrosi, Matteo (author)During the advance of a tunnel boring machine (TBM), the torque applied to rotate the cutterhead must overcome the resisting moments acting on it. Hence, one of the major concerns of TBM design is to determine the torque and power requirements of the excavation machine. The first empirical approach for torque estimation was developed in the 80’s...master thesis 2019
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Mohammadnejad, Ali (author), Bahrami, Abbas (author), Goli, Majid (author), Dehbashi Nia, Hossein (author), Taheri, P. (author)This paper investigated a failure in a ventilated disc brake in an automobile. The failed brake disc had been in service for approximately 10 years. The observed failure was in the form of radial cracks that appeared to have initiated at the outer edge of the disc brake. The cracks were rather straight with no branching. Optical microscope,...journal article 2019
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Wu, Dequan (author), Zhang, D. (author), Ye, Yuwei (author), Ma, Lingwei (author), Minhas, Badar (author), Liu, Bei (author), Terryn, H.A. (author), Mol, J.M.C. (author), Li, Xiaogang (author)Recently, lubricant-infused surfaces (LIS) have emerged as a prominent class of surface technology for antifouling, anti-icing and anticorrosion applications. However, long-term corrosion exposure and mechanical damages may deteriorate the practical performance of LIS during application. In this study, a robust LIS was fabricated by the...journal article 2019
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Jamali, N. (author), Khosravi, Hamed (author), Rezvani, A. (author), Tohidlou, E. (author), Poulis, J.A. (author)The current study focuses on the development of silanized graphene oxide reinforced basalt fiber/epoxy composites for enhanced tribological and viscoelastic properties. The modified-graphene oxide nanoplatelets were characterized using energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, and Raman analyses. Pin-on-disk wear test and dynamic mechanical...journal article 2019
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Messaadi, M. (author), Oomen, Matthijs (author), Kumar, A. (author)Bainitic steels are gaining popularity for application in the railway switches and crossing, thanks to their better rolling contact fatigue (RCF) and wear resistance. The rail degradation caused by RCF and wear could be also reduced by the use of friction modifiers (FM) through their ability to reduce the lateral load during wheel passage....journal article 2019
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Qu, L. (author), Bei, G. (author), Nijemeisland, M. (author), Cao, Dianxue (author), van der Zwaag, S. (author), Sloof, W.G. (author)The room temperature abrasive wear behavior of three selected MAX phases, Ti<sub>3</sub>SiC<sub>2</sub>, solution strengthened Ti<sub>2.7</sub>Zr<sub>0.3</sub>SiC<sub>2</sub> and Cr<sub>2</sub>AlC, is investigated by low velocity scratch testing using a diamond conical indentor with a final radius of 100 μm and a cone angle of 120° and...journal article 2019
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Karaca, Kadir (author)Bulk handling grabs wear due to interaction with bulk material. In this research the geometrical shape of the grab is adjusted to reduce this wear. A DEM simulation using an iron ore pellet material model, created by S. Lommen, is used to assess different concepts. The material model is validated for forces, but not for wear. Wear measurements...master thesis 2018
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Dinaux, Nina (author)Currently, measuring wear of the insert of knee implants can only be accurately done in vitro. There are yet no accurate in vivo techniques that can capture and deliver data in real time. Therefore, the main objective of the research reported in this thesis was to introduce and validate a polyethylene insert with integrated wear sensors into...master thesis 2018
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Goedemondt, Koen (author), Erceylan, Meriç (author)This thesis covers the research, design process and testing of a new current sensor for the Nuon Solar Team. Hall effect and magnetoresistive based current sensors are investigated and compared to a shunt resistor<br/>based current sensor. It will become clear that for the needs of the Nuon Solar Team, a shunt resistor based current sensor is...bachelor thesis 2018
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Hiensch, E.J.M. (author), Steenbergen, M.J.M.M. (author)The concept of the rail damage function provides vital understanding of the operational performance of rail grades in terms of surface degradation. The present study extends this concept from conventional to premium pearlitic rail. This is done on the basis of both simulations of dynamic train-track interaction and field observations. Rolling...journal article 2018
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Mugge, R. (author), de Jong, Wytske (author), Hultink, H.J. (author), Person, Oscar (author)Refurbishment presents opportunities for designers to improve the sustainability of new and old products via an experiment and post hoc interviews, this research investigates and explores how information about prior use – offered in a visual (signs of wear and tear) or verbal (textual description) form – influences consumers’ evaluations of...journal article 2018
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Wang, H. (author), Nunez, Alfredo (author), Liu, Zhigang (author), Song, Yang (author), Duan, Fuchuan (author), Dollevoet, R.P.B.J. (author)This paper studies the evolvement of the wear irregularity of contact wire using wire thickness data measured yearly from a section of railway catenary. The power spectral density and time–frequency representation based on the wavelet transform are employed for data analysis, with an emphasis on local wear irregularities that are crucial for...journal article 2017
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Liu, Y. (author)A better understanding of the wear mechanism of materials is essential to selecting suitable materials to prolong service time and reduce costs. Wear resistance is not an intrinsic material property but a response to a system including multiples parameters determined by the material, the counter body, the load condition, and the environment....doctoral thesis 2017
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Hiensch, E.J.M. (author), Burgelman, N.D.M. (author)The acting forces and resulting material degradation at the running surfaces of wheels and rail are determined by vehicle, track, interface and operational characteristics. To effectively manage the experienced wear, plastic deformation and crack development at wheels and rail, the interaction between vehicle and track demands a system...journal article 2017
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Chen, G. (author)Bulk solids handling continues to play an important role in a number of industries. One of the issues during bulk solids handling processes is equipment surface wear. Wear results in high economic loss and increases downtime. Current wear reduction methods such as optimizing transfer conditions or using wear-resistant materials, have brought...doctoral thesis 2017
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Chen, G. (author), Liu, Y. (author), Lodewijks, G. (author), Schott, D.L. (author)The handling of iron ore bulk solids maintains an increasing trend due to economic development. Because iron ore particles have hard composites and irregular shapes, the bulk solids handling equipment surface can suffer from severe sliding wear. Prediction of equipment surface wear volume is beneficial to the efficient maintenance of worn areas....journal article 2017
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Liu, Y. (author), Janssen, G.C.A.M. (author)The wear of pipelines, used in slurry transport, results in high costs for maintenance and replacement. The wear mechanism involves abrasion, corrosion, impact, and the interaction among them. In this work, we study the effect of impact on the wear mechanism and wear rate. Results show that when the effect of impact is small, the wear mechanism...journal article 2017