A Shock-tube Study of Structural Stability and Morphological Characteristics of Hexagonal-shaped Zinc Oxide Nanomaterials
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: IntroductionMaterials that can withstand shock waves are crucial for aerospace, defense, energy, and materials science research fields.These materials maintain their integrity and function even under extreme conditions [1][2][3].The materials undergo phase transitions, fractures, and changes in atomic and molecular arrangements of shock waves which lead to amorphous to crystalline nature and vice versa.Stable materials ensure safety by preventing catastrophic failures in critical applications like spacecraft, aircraft, and military armor.Similarly, materials must remain intact in high-speed aerospace to avoid compromising the craft's integrity.In energy industries, materials must withstand shock waves from drilling, explosions, or stress without degrading, as failure could lead to hazards.Stable materials also play a key role in research, especially in synthesizing novel compounds or nanomaterials under shock wave studies, where controlling material behavior under high pressures and pressure is essential.Furthermore, energy storage and catalytic applications under shock waves to enhance material properties-without causing instability-can improve efficiency, performance, and durability [4,5].The importance of shock wave-resistant materials derives from their ability to maintain reliability, extend lifespan, and assure the safe and efficient operation of technologies in extreme conditions.These materials are critical for maintaining the integrity and performance of various technologies and systems in industries, where they are exposed to high-impact forces, intense pressures, and other extreme conditions such as shock wave propagation on materials [6][7][8].
Source: Journal of Propulsion and Energy
Institution: Keimyung University
Language: English
Subfield: Materials Chemistry
Field: Materials Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Award: G1700673432
OpenAlex ID: W4408107425
