Purpose: The aim of the work was to test the contact stresses in the model system of the turbine hub cooperating with the fuel pump drive shaft. The hypothesis of the work was that, by means of FEA, it is possible to assess the contact stresses in the materials of the turbine hub and the fuel pump shaft during torque transmission. Design/methodology/approach: A turbine with fibre-reinforced polyphenylene sulphide (PPS) composite cooperating with a stainless steel shaft (X46Cr13/1.4034) in a commonly used D-flat shape joint was selected for the experimental research. To assess contact stresses, the CAD model (NX, Siemens) of the entire turbine was limited to the hub area. The drive shaft is supported in accordance with the bearing in the fuel pump, and the possibility of rotation about the axis along the length of the torque-producing magnet is taken away. The system was loaded with a torque of 200 Nmm on the turbine. The turbine hub and shaft were calculated, taking into account the phenomenon of contact detachment or slip at the value of the friction coefficient of 0.1. Findings: The pressure transmission area was found in the area at the edge of the flat surface D-flat and on the opposite side of the D-convexity. The contact stresses on the D-flat side reached values close to the composite strength. Research limitations/implications: The studies did not take into account the technological inaccuracies, thermal deformation, local material properties, and wear. The value of the friction coefficient was not measured in realistic conditions with fuel lubrication. Practical implications: FEA has been achieved, which allows to reduce the cost of experimental research. Originality/value: The proposed model allows for further studies of the influence of elasticity of various materials and structures on contact stresses in order to assess wear resistance.
Purpose: In dental practice, there is necessary to weld gold with titanium under the conditions of a dental technique laboratory, which is difficult. The aim was to assess the weldability of pure gold with the titanium alloy Ti6Al4V using a prosthetic laser welding machine. Design/methodology/approach: Gold wire in a diameter of 0.4 mm made with the use of a jewellery drawbar (GOLDPORT, Szczecin, Poland) was welded to a titanium alloy Ti6Al4V substrate of dental implant abutment screw (MegaGen). Dental laser welding parameters (Bego Laser Star T plus) were 230 V; 6.5 ms; 2.5 Hz; laser spot 0.3 mm, and argon blow. Samples were included in resin, ground (500-4000 SiC), polished (Al2O3 suspension) and etched (Kroll solution) per 20 s before observation under a light microscope. Findings: There were well-welded and poorly joined zones. The discontinuities and voids there were not visible or sparse next to the initial weld point. Dendritic structure at well-welded remelting zones and two-phase microstructure of titanium and Ti3Au phase were found. The heat-affected zone was about of 20 microns. Research limitations/implications: Light microscopy was used, and precise phase identification required further investigations. Weld strength assessment requires further micro-hardness and load-bearing ability tests. Weldability concerns the model system with pure gold. Practical implications: In the case of elements with dimensions below 0.4 mm, the use of a laser with a smaller spot should be considered for better control of the remelting zone and mechanical positioning of the elements in order to stabilize and avoid discontinuities and voids. Originality/value: Prosthetic laser welding with a laser spot about of 0.3 mm allows to obtain well-welded parts of 0.3 mm in diameter under stable stitching conditions and higher than 0.4 mm in dimensions.
Purpose: Defect of the interproximal wall of the tooth is filled with use the shaped matrix and wedge which seals bottom margin during filling. Better fit of the wedge and equalization of the pressure forces on the matrix is achieved by the compliance of the wedge structure through cuts and perforations and the use of silicone materials and unidirectionally expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE). The work presents a methodology for model studies of the mechanics of dental wedges in order to evaluate and compare the impact of wedge materials on functional features. The hypothesis of the work was that the mechanical properties of ePTFE determine the effectiveness of the dental wedge. Design/methodology/approach: Effect of modulus of elasticity and friction coefficient of wedge and matrix materials on the functional features of the wedge was studied on the way Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Simulation included contact sliding between wedge and matrix what was simulated in nonlinear large displacements regime. The sealing evaluation criterion was the pressure distribution between the wedge and matrix below the lower edge of the defect. Displacement values were the criterion for the loss of convexity as a result of matrix deformation. Findings: The material for the wedge should be characterized by a low coefficient of friction, low elasticity (ensuring high compliance of the wedge) and at the same time the ability to large permanent deformations, which allows for plastic shaping of the matrix from the side of the defect in order to achieve the required wall convexity and the tangent point. Research limitations/implications: Results show tendency of phenomena in limitation to model simplification of the interdental gap and the ideal adhesion of the matrix to the tooth and linear elasticity of materials. Practical implications: The material that best meets the requirements is unidirectionally expanded polytetrafluoroethylene, which has one of the lowest coefficients of friction and very high plasticity necessary to shape the matrix from the inside of the cavity. Originality/value: Methodology of model study and criteria of functional characteristics of dental wedge was presented.
The paper aims was assessing risks of mandible fractures consequent to impacts or sport accidents. The role of the structural stiffness of mandible, related to disocclusion state, was evaluated using the finite element method. It has been assumed, that the quasi-static stress field, due to distributed forces developed during accidents, could explain the common types of mandibular fractures. Mandibular condyles were supposed jammed in the maxillary fossae. The force of 700 N, simulating an impact on mandible, has been sequentially applied in three distinct areas: centrally, at canine zone and at the mandibular angle. Clinically most frequent fractures of mandible were recognized through the analysis of maximal principal stress/strain fields. It has been shown that mandibular fracture during accidents can be analyzed at satisfactory level using linear quasi-static models for designing protections.
Purpose: Modelling of biomechanical behaviour of heart valve materials aids improvement of biofunctional feature. The aim of the work was assessment of influence of material thickness of leaflets of artificial aortic valve on displacements and stresses during opening phase using finite element analysis (FEA). Design/methodology/approach: The model of aortic valve was developed on the basis of average anatomical valve shapes and dimensions. Nonlinear dynamic large displacements analysis with assumption of isotropic linear elastic material behaviour was used in simulation (Solidworks). The modulus of elasticity of 5.0 MPa was assumed and Poisson ratio set to 0.45. The rigidly supported leaflets was loaded by pressure increasing in the range 0-55 mmHg in time 0.1 s. Leaflets with material thickness 0.13 and 0.15 and 0.17 mm were analysed. The thickness was simulated with shell finite elements. Findings: The highest stresses were observed in the areas of fixation of the leaflets near the scaffold and were lower than dangerous value of fatigue of polyurethanes. Increasing the thickness of valve leaflet material in the range of 40 micrometres resulted in reduction of the valve outlet by almost 10 percent. Research limitations/implications: The FEA was limited to the isotropic linear-elastic behaviour of the material albeit can be used to assess leaflet deformation during dynamic load. Practical implications: Leaflets design may be start from efficient FEA which helps estimation of material impact on stress and fold formation which can affect local blood flow. Originality/value: Aortic heart valve leaflet material can be initially tested in dynamic conditions during opening phase with using FEA.
Purpose: The aim of the study was to determine forces which are transferred to supporting teeth during the treatment with the midpalatal device with Hyrax screw and to evaluate orthodontic and orthopaedic effects based on displacement analysis. Design/methodology/approach: The finite element method (FEM) was used to simulation the midpalatal expansion forces activated by the screw pre-loaded during a turn of 180° which corresponds to daily recommended value. Distribution of expansion forces of Hyrax device was calculated as reaction forces on elastic supports with stiffness corresponding to the teeth working on periodontal ligament in alveolar bone. Findings: On the basis of the displacement analysis was observed the movement of supporting teeth by a value higher than 0.1 mm which corresponds to the recommended daily value. The midpalatal suture splitting forces were determined on the first premolars with a value of 32.8 N and on the first premolars of 44.2 N. Research limitations/implications: The studies did not take into account the shape of palate other craniofacial bones and their stiffness. Practical implications: Adjusting the stiffness of the device to degree of ossification midpalatal suture and teeth mobility. Searching for new solutions which eliminate the negative phenomenon of tilting teeth during the expansion of maxilla and recommending a surgically assisted techniques. Originality/value: The simulation confirmed that treatment with Hyrax screw gives a uniform expansion with values of forces corresponded to stiffness of premolar and molar teeth. The studies have indicated a possibility of tendency to tilting the supporting teeth what is a negative phenomenon.
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Purpose: Alginate impression materials are the most commonly used masses for taking impressions. They are characterized by good relation of properties to the price. However, the main problem associated with use of the impression masses is dimensions stability. Manufacturers of alginate masses recommend storage impression without any source of moisture, but dentists frequently store impressions wrapped in a wet materials. This may be the a reason of changes in dimensions and other properties. Moreover, it is recognized, that casting the model in the soon after making impression guarantee better dimensional accuracy. However, models are made usually after 24h. For some masses producers claim unequivocally, that the impressions can be stored for up to 168 h without changing the dimensions. So in this study was investigates how storage conditions affect chosen properties of alginate mass, including the accuracy of the models. Design/methodology/approach: Samples were prepared according to the manufacturer instruction and divided into 5 groups. Measurements were made 20 min after taking the impression and after 24h/168h of storage with/ without the resource of moisture. The measurements of Shore A hardness, tensile strength, mass changes and dimensional changes were made. Accuracies of the dental stone models were investigated with models manufactured after 20 min and 168 h after impressions, in comparison to the master model. Findings: The study showed that the storage conditions and time of storage had influence on properties of alginate impression mass. The resource of moisture has got an influence on dimensions and mass changes, tensile strength, elongation and shore A hardness. The results show that the use of the resource of moisture may be a cause of unfavourable changes in the gypsum model dimensions. Research limitations/implications: The storing of the alginate impressions with the resource of moisture is commonly practiced by the doctors, but it inconsistent with the manufacturer's recommendation. Practical implications: The method storing of the alginate impressions determined not only the materials properties, but also the clinical properties of final products like dentures. Originality/value: The significant of the method of the storing of alginate impression materials on the chosen properties of the materials and the accuracy of the dental stone models were shown.
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Purpose: Difference in the mechanical properties of bone and stiffer femoral implant causes bone tissue resorption, which may result in implant loosening and periprosthetic fractures. The introduction of porous material reduces the stiffness of the implant. The aim of the study was to analyse the influence of porous shell of femoral revision implant on bone tissue loading distribution with use the finite element method. Design/methodology/approach: Load transfer in the femur has been investigated using the finite element method (Ansys). Cementless implant models were placed in the anatomical femur model. Femur model included sponge bone and cortical bone. The solid implant was compared with the implant containing porous material in 70% in outer layer with a thickness of 2 mm. Load of 1500 N during gait was simulated. In addition, the forces of the ilio-tibial band and the abductor muscles were implemented, as well as the torque acting on the implant. Findings: Increase of stress for the porous model was found. The underload zones in bone have been reduced. Loading distribution was slightly more favourable, albeit rather in cortical bone. Stress value in cancellous bone around cementless implant margin has increased to a level that is dangerous for bone loss. Stress in the implant was not dangerous for damage. The stress distribution was different in the implant neck zone where the porous shell borne a little less load and high stress was shifted to the stiffer core. Research limitations/implications: Variable conditions for fitting the stem to the bone as well as the friction conditions were not investigated. Practical implications: Stress values in the spongy bone around the insertion edge of the cementless implant are consistent with long-term clinical results of the bone atrophy in 1 and 2 Gruen`s zones around the fully porous implants. Originality/value: The advantage of fully porous coated implant was the decrease of risk of trabecular bone tissue resorption around the implant tip and the increase of risk of trabecular bone tissue resorption around insertion edge of the implant.
The paper analyses the influence of chemical composition of silicone-based composites on their properties in the aspect of using them as long-term soft denture lining materials. Different concentrations of filler and methylhydrosiloxane-dimethylsiloxane copolymer were used. The filler was introduced into the composite with mechanical mixing combined with ultrasonic homogenization. Scanning electron microscopy was used to investigate the quality of filler dispersion. Shore A hardness, tensile strength, sorption, solubility and tensile bond strength to poly(methyl methacrylate) were measured. Tests show satisfactory results for some experimental composites, which met all the requirements for such materials.
The aim of the study was to evaluate the influence of different fillers on the chosen functional properties of experimental composites based on typical polymeric matrix, in order to understand the effect of different fillers on their properties and to develop a simple base composite for further investigations with experimental fillers, e.g. with antimicrobial properties. Previous experiments have been usually based on commercially available composites of unknown composition or compilation of monomers, without reinforcing fillers. Scanning electron microscopy was used to investigate the quality of fillers’ dispersion, which was satisfying. Results showed significant differences between materials’ diametral tensile strength (p = 0.0019), compressive strength (p < 0.0001), Vickers microhardness (p < 0.0001), flexural modules (p = 0.0018), and the degree of conversion (p < 0.0001), but flexural strength was not significantly different (p = 0.0583). Investigations indicated that no filler type had an especially positive impact on the mechanical properties, but reinforcement effect was achieved by proper compilation of silica nanofiller and variable glass fillers. Nanofiller decreased the degree of conversion.
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Purpose: Dysfunctions of the stomatognathic system are treated with a lot of appliances. The aim of the work was to evaluate the current state in the field of diagnostic techniques and technological advance in appliances and materials enhancing therapy of occlusion disorders of the stomatognathic system. Design/methodology/approach: The principles of appliances functioning, manufacturing technology and materials were analysed. The analysis was made on the basis of the literature review and patent databases, conducting searches for a combination of keywords: dental material, occlusion, disorder, bruxism, clenching, grinding, appliance, therapy, tongue, oral, exerciser, trainer, mandible muscle, bite splint, dental plate. In the case of principles of functioning, devices that require insertion into the mouth are included in the tests. In technology and materials, attention has been paid to necessity of involving a dental technician or ability to perform appliance intra-orally ("chairside"), as well as mass production with possibility of custom fit. Findings: The most widespread in the treatment of disorders of the stomatognathic system are thermoformed materials and devices that are introduced between the dental arches to counteract occlusions of all teeth or selected teeth or force the position of the mandible in relation to the maxilla. Devices that function differently are those in which therapeutic effects result from toning of activity of the elevating mandibular muscles by provoking activity of the opposing muscles lowering the mandible or reducing intra-oral space, for example, by sublingual plates or tongue trainers. Appliances are mainly manufactured of: poly (ethylene- vinyl acetate) or polycarbonates, as also mouldable polymers such as: acrylics, polyesters and rubbers. Research limitations/implications: Electronic devices that are not intended to therapy but used only to track mandible mobility or muscle activity during sleep were not taken into account. Practical implications: Solutions activating the action of the opposing muscles to the muscles lifting the mandible are few, and among them one device is retained on teeth without interfering in occlusion. Originality/value: Dental materials for dev/ices for treatment of occlusion disorders are selected with no understanding tines influence of elastic and frictional material properties and structures stiffness on the distribution of occlusion forces between the teeth and reactions in temporo-mandibular joints.
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Purpose: Epitheses (facial prostheses) for large facial tissue defects manufactured from silicones exhibit unsatisfactory rigidity and its stiffening is required, which creates technological problems. Moreover, facial epitheses have to be replaced in a relatively short period of use which creates a significant costs, often impossible to realize. The hypothesis of the study was that with use of additive manufacturing is possible to obtain the reusable form for thermoforming of the stiffening insert of auricular prosthesis and the mould which allows multiple casting of silicone prosthesis with the insert. Design/methodology/approach: Manufacturing of the epithesis consisted of designing and manufacturing. In the first step, the auricular prosthesis and the stiffening insert were designed with use of engineering CAD software. In this first computer step, the split form for vacuum thermoforming of the stiffening insert and the split mould for casting of the silicone ear were designed. In the second step, additive printing was used for manufacturing the split and reusable model for vacuum thermoforming of the stiffening insert and the split form of ear. In the third step, stiffening insert was made of thermoformed polyurethane sheet of 0.1 mm thick (Biolon, Dreve), where dental thermoforming machine (Drufosmart, Dreve) was used. In the fourth step, the stiffening insert was located in the mould and the ear was casting of silicone. Findings: CAD/CAM of epitheses with stiffening insert for large tissues defect/loss was proposed, where in case of re-producing, it required only thermoforming of insert and casting silicone with use of the reusable models. Dental technician, in case of damage or loss of a forms, is not much involved in their creation. Research limitations/implications: Bond strength test between stiffening insert vs. soft silicone and manufacturing tolerance of epitheses have not been investigated. Practical implications: Method of casting in a negative form, despite the more timeconsuming when comparing with epithesis direct-printing, allows introducing a stiffening insert and performing a manual adjustment of margin shape and thickness. Method of negative form allows the use of a commercially available medical silicone without the need for medical tests of a new printed materials.
Implant and a tooth supported dentures are avoided by dentists because of uneven distribution of occlusal loads between a stiffer implant and a more pliable tooth. The hypothesis was that a 3-point all-ceramic bridge supported on a natural second premolar tooth and a two-pieces typical implant bears safely mastication loads. The finite element analysis showed that the implant splinted by all-ceramic zirconium bridge with the second premolar was safe under lateral mastication load, but there was found an overload at wide zone of bone tissue around the implant under the load of 800 N. The patients can safely masticate, but comminution of hard food should be avoided and they should be instructed that after such an indiscretion they need to contact a dental professional, because, in spite of integrity of the prosthesis, the bone tissue around the implant may fail and there is a hazard of intrusion of the tooth.
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of different plasticizing aging solutions on wear resistance and hardness of selected universal resin-based dental composites. Methods: Three light cured (one nanofilled, two microhybride) and one hybride chemical cured composites were aged at 37 °C for 48 h in distillated water, ethyl alcohol solution or Listerine mouthwash. After aging the microhardness tests were carried out and then tribological tests were performed in the presence of aging solution at 37 °C. During wear testing coefficients of friction were determined. The maximal vertical loss in micrometers was determined with profilometer. Results: Aging in all liquids resulted in a significant decrease in hardness of the test materials, with the largest values obtained successively in ethanol solution, mouthwash and water. The effect of the liquid was dependent on the particular material, but not the type of material (interpreted as the size of filler used). Introduction of mouthwash instead of water or ethanol solution resulted in a significant reduction in the coefficient of friction. The lowest wear resistance was registered after aging in ethanol and for the chemical cured hybrid composite, but the vertical loss was strongly material dependent. Conclusions: The effect of different aging solution, including commercial mouthrinse, on hardness and wear was material dependent, and cannot be deduced from their category or filler loading. There is no simple correlation between hardness of resin-based dental composites and their wear resistance, but softening of particular composites materials during aging leads to the reduction of its wear resistance.
Purpose: Thermoplastic materials, such as acetal (AC) and polyamide (PA), constitute an alternative to polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) based resins as the materials for removable partial dentures. However, none of the previous studies compared chewing efficiency and occlusal forces in the wearers of dentures made of various materials. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine and compare the chewing efficiency and occlusal forces in PMMA, PA and AC RPDs’ wearers. The hypothesis was that the type of denture base material shows a significant effect on chewing efficiency (expressed as a degree of food fragmentation) and occlusal force. Methods: The experiment included the group of 30 patients using removable partial dentures. The dentures made of PMMA, acetal and polyamide were tested in each patient. Each denture was worn for 90 days, with a random sequence of the denture manufacturing and insertion. After 7, 30 and 90 days of each denture wear, chewing efficiency coefficient was determined with the aid of a sieving method, and occlusal force was measured with a dynamometer. Results: The use of dentures made of PMMA or acetal was reflected by a marked increase in chewing efficiency and occlusal force. None of these parameters changed significantly with the time of denture wear. Moreover, no significant correlation was found between chewing efficiency and occlusal forces. Conclusions: Denture base material exerts significant effects on the degree of food fragmentation and the level of occlusal forces. The use of dentures and clasps made of materials with lower modulus of elasticity is associated with lower chewing efficiency and lower occlusal forces.
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Purpose: Many clinicians use dentures with metallic core due to fears of insufficient strength of ceramic bridges. The aim of work was finite element strength analysis of fullcontour ceramic implant supported denture in lateral region. Design/methodology/approach: Finite element analysis (Solidworks) of occlusal load transfer in all-ceramic implant supported denture for missing second premolar, first molar and second molar teeth was made. Bridgework from zirconia was supported on two implants 4x12 mm (diameter x length) placed in bone with good quality and quantity. Model was loaded with lateral maximal occlusal force of 800 N. Findings: In the bridgework in the connector with premolar tooth Huber-Mises stress reached 375 MPa. Stress in implants was about 1000 MPa and small plastic deformation zones can occur close to the implant edge under pressure of abutment. Stress in abutment screw reached about 800 MPa in the first thread root and up to 400 MPa in the shank. Stress in bone tissues around implant neck and slightly lower of the beginning of the thread exceeded 140 MPa. Research limitations/implications: Linear isotropic behavior of materials and tied contact between components were assumed in the model. Practical implications: Detrimental effect of maximal occlusal force on the osseointegration between implant and bone showed that patients must be warned against loading of the denture over normal mastication. Stress in the abutment screw reached dangerous value and specific design to prevent fatigue failure is required. Originality/value: An impact of torsion and oblique bending are rarely considered in investigations. This result is relevant for the design of bridgeworks and graded materials for ceramic restoration.
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Purpose: Of this paper was to investigate the effect of silica nanofiller addition to PMMA-based denture material. The null hypothesis was that no difference exists between the mean flexural strength, hardness, sorption among materials without and with different content of silica filler. Design/methodology/approach: The nanosilica was introduced into “powder” component of commercially available PMMA resin for dentistry in concentrations 2, 5 and 10%. The SEM observations were made to confirm dispersion quality. To confirm presence of silica filler the X-ray microanalysis have been made. The influence of nanosilica addition on flexural strength, flexural modulus, hardness and sorption were investigated. Samples were stored at distilled water and ethanol solution. Statistical analysis were prepared with the one-way or the two-way analysis of variance ANOVA ( α =0.05), and Newman-Keuls significant difference post hoc test was used to determine the differences between mean values ( α =0.05). Findings: The result show that all investigated properties were changed after silica filler addition. Initially flexural strength decreased, but after accelerated again in ethanol incised. Flexural modulus and hardness increased. Sorption was decreased in both aging liquids. Research limitations/implications: Limitations resulting from the specificity of the conditions of laboratory tests and aging conditions so it does not allow to fully translate obtained results to expected results of clinical trials. Practical implications: The PMMA drawback is still insufficient mechanical properties, so it can be easily damaged during an accidents or when a patients applies high mastication force to the denture which show areas for further mechanical properties improvement. One of the ways of improving the mechanical properties of PMMA based materials may be nanoparticle addition, including commonly used nanosilica fillers. Originality/value: Influence of destructive plasticizing solutions on chosen properties of materials with different concentrations of silica fillers have been investigated.
Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyse the strength of a prosthetic bridge with variable geometry in the connectors between the span and the retention elements on the pillar teeth crowns. Methods: Research was carried using the Finite Elements Method (FEM) on a model of the bridge in the anterior teeth arch in the field 21–22–23, obtained using a contact scanner and computer aided design (CAD) system, with four different cross-sectional areas of the connectors: 4.0, 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 mm2. For that purpose, the impact of the properties of selected metal alloys on the deflection of the prosthesis was analysed. Results: On the basis of the analyses, it was found that when the loading force acted obliquely, the stress was 19% higher compared to the stress with a loading vertical force. In the case of connectors with the smallest cross-sectional area, the stress exceeded permissible value (with safety factor n = 2) for one of the alloys. Conclusions: Deflection of the bridges tested changed depending on the connector cross-section and the elastic modulus of the selected material.
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The paper presents the results of studies on a segment of a circular saw used for cutting concrete. Usually, such products are manufactured by powder metallurgy methods with an addition of diamond particles. This manufacturing technology of such materials is aimed at obtaining a ‘self-sharpening’ effect. The effects consist in matrix abrasion during operation and in exposing the cutting diamonds, then their falling out and the following matrix abrasion. In the process of manufacturing such materials, such a matrix composition should be chosen so as to ensure that the diamond particles feature good adhesion. Because of that, the studies were aimed at determining uniformity of the diamond particles arrangement in a fracture of the studied segment, and determining the element distributions in the material matrix. Chemical composition point analyses were performed using the EDS method as well as element distribution maps in the product matrix. An X-ray phase analysis was carried out to evaluate the possibility of forming intermetallic compounds between the matrix components which could have formed during sintering.
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Przedstawiono wyniki badań dotyczące segmentu piły tarczowej stosowanej do cięcia betonu. Zwykle takie wyroby są wytwarzane metodami metalurgii proszków z dodawaniem cząstek diamentu. Zadaniem tej technologii wytwarzania tego typu materiałów jest otrzymanie efektu „samoostrzenia”. Efekt ten polega na ścieraniu w trakcie pracy osnowy i odsłonięcia tnących diamentów, następnego ich wypadnięcia i kolejnego ścierania osnowy. W procesie wytwarzania takich materiałów należy dobrać taki skład osnowy, żeby zapewnić cząsteczkom diamentu dobrą przyczepność. Z tego względu celem badań było określenie równomierności rozmieszczenia cząstek diamentu w przełomie badanego segmentu, określenie rozkładu pierwiastków w osnowie materiału. Wykonano analizy punktowe składu chemicznego metodą EDS oraz mapy rozkładu pierwiastków w osnowie wyrobu. W celu oceny możliwości utworzenia związków międzymetalicznych pomiędzy składnikami osnowy, które mogły utworzyć się w czasie spiekania, przeprowadzono rentgenowską analizę fazową.
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Purpose: The aim of this study was to present rules for numerical investigations of mastication efficiency of mucous-borne complete dentures. Design/methodology/approach: Finite element method (FEM) large displacements analysis with denture detaching and sliding at mucous membrane interface was employed. The possibility of a lower denture destabilization under oblique mastication load was modeled. Denture stabilization at balancing contact „at time” and „delayed” was modeled with increasing of a distance to the opposite denture. An unfavorable mucous membrane foundation was assumed. Findings: Pressures beneath dentures during stable vertical occlusal loadings are lower than pain threshold of mucous membrane even when the denture foundation was very unfavorable. Simulation of realistic oblique mastication force results in a denture destabilization. Denture experienced a large slide, completely lost adherence at balancing side and the balancing contact was needed to achieve stabilization. The pressures beneath denture under oblique load increased to values much higher than pain threshold and the „delayed” balancing contact influenced additional increase of pressure values. Research limitations/implications: In the FEM study only characteristic unfavorable denture foundation and conventional denture type were analyzed. Practical implications: Defined values of pressure beneath dentures show that it is necessary to underlay the dentures. The influence of „delayed” balancing contact on significant increase of stress beneath dentures indicates that in case of a problem with stabilization of dentures it is necessary to introduce stabilization on the implants. Originality/value: Universal rules of conducting a numerical experiment and interpreting its results constitute the base and encouragement to complete further practical tasks awaiting engineers and prosthetists.
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