Papers by YUSUF OLANREWAJU BUSARI
FEM Analysis of Fatigue Crack Growth in Low Carbon Steel Using Single Edge Notched Tension Specimen
Lecture notes in mechanical engineering, 2021
International Journal of Integrated Engineering, Sep 2, 2021
This paper describes the numerical analysis of planar crack growth in high strength steel API 5L ... more This paper describes the numerical analysis of planar crack growth in high strength steel API 5L X70 whose crack growth parameter is adopted from experimental compact tension (CT) specimen in previous literature. Apart from the fact that conventional fatigue crack growth specimen has bogus geometry constraints, the Single Edge Notched Tension (SENT) better replicate the crack-tip constraint conditions experienced in structures. Linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM) crack orientation is modelled with the finite element method in SENT model considering its geometry functions a/W ratio to determine its crack growth rate based on constant amplitude load. The virtual crack closure technique tool in MSC Marc/Mentat software with adaptive and global remeshing is applied to assess high cycle fatigue crack propagation using the SENT model. The crack growth pattern for the 3dimensional simulation characteristics is similar with that of the CT Specimen experimental procedure. Furthermore, the results of the crack propagation and the cycle count demonstrated good agreement with bearable discrepancy with maximum percentage difference of about 14.1 % for the HAZ and 6.4% for the weld and parent metal compared to the experimental results from literature.
Nigerian Journal of Technology
This study considers the suitability of using environmental wastes (polystyrene foam, sawdust and... more This study considers the suitability of using environmental wastes (polystyrene foam, sawdust and eggshell) for the development of composite materials for ceiling boards. The materials were collected from dumping sites and processed accordingly. The elemental compositions of the processed sawdust and eggshell were examined using Atomic Absorption Spectrometer (ASS) and plasma-optical emission spectrometer (Optimal 3100XL Perkin Elmer) respectively. Properties of the composite samples were determined using appropriate ASTM standards (ASTM D570, C109-95, D3479, E1530 and D7336/D7336M). The results show that the composite with a mix ratio of 5% Polystyrene, 10% sawdust and 40% eggshell exhibited the most suitable properties for ceiling board production or indoor uses in building: water absorption (0.52 and 6.17% for 2 and 24hours respectively), tensile strength (2.362 N/mm2), elongation at break (0.677 mm), compressive strength (0.1575 N/mm2), energy to break (0.016 N.m) and thermal co...
The Annals of “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati. Fascicle IX, Metallurgy and Materials Science
Each of Prosopis Africana pod extract (PAPE) and Citrulluslanatus (WMPE) performed quite well as ... more Each of Prosopis Africana pod extract (PAPE) and Citrulluslanatus (WMPE) performed quite well as green inhibitors in the electrochemical corrosion in acidic solution at ambient temperature in previous research. However, the hybridization of these compounds was varied with the concentration ratio in this study to optimize the efficiency of the green inhibitor in a hydrochloric acid medium using mild steel. The extraction process of the inhibitor samples was carried out with the Soxhlet apparatus using n-hexane as the solvent. Furthermore, the potential inhibition efficiency was monitored using various corrosion measurement techniques at room temperature. The inhibitive response of the extracts could be attributed to the adsorption of the extracts’ components on mild steel surface by physisorption mechanism according to the Langmuir adsorption isotherm model. The results revealed that inhibition efficiency (IE%) depends on the concentration of the extracts. The peak IE% values were o...
Journal of Physical Science
The storage of petroleum products in buried metal tanks to ensure safety is common practice. Howe... more The storage of petroleum products in buried metal tanks to ensure safety is common practice. However, the integrity of these tanks could be compromised by soil corrosion with economic and environmental consequences. This study examines carbon nanotubes mechanical and anti-corrosive capabilities (CNTs) and epoxy resin coating on steel tanks. The presence of corrosive ions, resistivity, and pH values were all tested in the soil sample. CNT was mixed in proportions of 1.5, 2.5, 3.5 and 4.5 weight percent of epoxy resin to create the coatings. The morphology of uncoated steel, epoxy, and CNTs/ epoxy resin-coated steel specimens was studied using high-resolution scanning electron microscopy (HRSEM) equipment with energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (EDX). Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) was used for corrosion analysis, and the morphological result was established. The average ions content soil samples showed 272 mg/kg chloride, 467.20 mg/kg sulphate and 167.40 Ω-m for the a...
Analysis on grain growth of SS316L induced by plasma cutting process using probabilistic FEM with experimental verification
The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Journal of Mechanical Engineering
This paper presents an investigation of austenitic stainless steel grain growth kinetics of SS316... more This paper presents an investigation of austenitic stainless steel grain growth kinetics of SS316L under different heating temperature ranges and holding times. The main variables such as apparent activation energy (Q), rate constant (K), and kinetic exponent (n) were analyzed to understand the grain growth kinetics in austenitic stainless steel. The empirical procedure was developed leading to the obtainment of variables that could define the grain growth kinetics based on different temperature ranges. The heat treatment process was isothermally held using quenching and deformations dilatometer at a temperature ranging from 900 °C to 1200 °C and holding times between 30 s to 240 s. The kinetic rates were estimated using an empirical equation. Based on the observations obtained by using optical microscopy. The result shows that the grain size can be predicted at a lower temperature than 1200 °C. However, the grains show irregular growth at a recrystallization temperature of 1200 °C ...
The Annals of "Dunărea de Jos" University of Galaţi, Mar 15, 2022
Adsorption Models with the application of corrosion experimental data is a very popular mechanism... more Adsorption Models with the application of corrosion experimental data is a very popular mechanism to predict various inhibitive systems. The effective modelling and interpretation of adsorption isotherms reliably determine the level of accuracy of adsorption processes. This study aims to apply the adsorption models and inhibitive mechanism of Cucumber Peel Extract (CPE) and Cucumber Seed Oil (CSO) to corrosion of AISI 1007 steel grade in the saline medium using both the electrochemical (Tafel Polarisation) and non-electrochemical (Weight Loss) techniques. The chemical composition of AISI 1007 and the phytochemical properties of studied extracts were determined. Consideration was given to Langmuir and Dubinin-Radushkevich Isotherm models (D-RIM) to study the inhibitive properties of CPE and CSO on AISI 1007 steel in an aggressive medium. The result of inhibition efficiency from weight loss measurement showed maximum inhibitions of 94.44 % and 95.44 % with 1.0 g/L concentration of CPE and CSO respectively in sea water medium. The result of the studied extract at 25 ℃ in seawater showed that the corrosion current density of AISI 1007 steel decreased and increased in the inhibition efficiency with 87.33% and 94.67% for CPE and CSO respectively. The negative value of ΔGads was greater than 20 kJ/mol and was obtained as a result of electrostatic interaction between the adsorbed inhibitor molecules and the ions/atoms on the metal surface. The studied inhibitors were confirmed to be mixed organic corrosion inhibitors type. The values of E and maximum surface coverage (θmax) for the two measurements are satisfactorily in acceptable agreement as similar to the range of value obtained for inhibition efficiency.
International Journal of Integrated Engineering, Sep 2, 2021
This paper describes the numerical analysis of planar crack growth in high strength steel API 5L ... more This paper describes the numerical analysis of planar crack growth in high strength steel API 5L X70 whose crack growth parameter is adopted from experimental compact tension (CT) specimen in previous literature. Apart from the fact that conventional fatigue crack growth specimen has bogus geometry constraints, the Single Edge Notched Tension (SENT) better replicate the crack-tip constraint conditions experienced in structures. Linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM) crack orientation is modelled with the finite element method in SENT model considering its geometry functions a/W ratio to determine its crack growth rate based on constant amplitude load. The virtual crack closure technique tool in MSC Marc/Mentat software with adaptive and global remeshing is applied to assess high cycle fatigue crack propagation using the SENT model. The crack growth pattern for the 3dimensional simulation characteristics is similar with that of the CT Specimen experimental procedure. Furthermore, the results of the crack propagation and the cycle count demonstrated good agreement with bearable discrepancy with maximum percentage difference of about 14.1 % for the HAZ and 6.4% for the weld and parent metal compared to the experimental results from literature.
Applied Sciences, 2022
This research presents the numerical evaluation of fatigue crack growth of structural steels S355... more This research presents the numerical evaluation of fatigue crack growth of structural steels S355 and S960 based on Paris’ law parameters (C and m) that are experimentally determined with a single edge notched tension (SENT) specimen using optical and crack gauge measurements on an electromotive resonance machine at constant amplitude load. The sustainable technique is replacing destructive, time-consuming and expensive approaches in structural integrity. The crack propagation is modelled using the 3D finite element method (FEM) with adaptive remeshing of tetrahedral elements along with the crack initiator elements provided in simulation software for crack propagation based on linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM). The stress intensity is computed based on the evaluation of energy release rates according to Irwin’s crack closure integral with applied cyclic load of 62.5 MPa, 100 MPa and 150 MPa and stress ratios of R = 0 and 0.1. In order to achieve optimized mesh size towards lo...
Experimental validation on multi-pass weld distortion behavior of structural offshore steel HSLA S460 using FE-based inherent strain and thermo-mechanical method
MRS Communications, 2022
Journal of Engineering and Technology, 2017
In achieving accelerated and sustaining economic growth and development in Nigeria, there is need... more In achieving accelerated and sustaining economic growth and development in Nigeria, there is need for domestication of finished goods production through sustainable industrialization. Foundry technology is one of the vital bases for rapid industrial development of any nation. Samples of moulding sand at green state were collected from four different moulding sand deposits within Ado-Ekiti in Nigeria. The samples were prepared using ASTM and British standards, while the materials’ Physico-mechanical properties were evaluated using American Foundry Society (AFS) guidelines. The results obtained from the tests were compared with the AFS’s satisfactory mould sand properties for various types of metal castings. The sand samples were found to meet the requirements for casting various metals of different types like Aluminum, brass and bronze, light and malleable iron, light and medium grey iron, except heavy steel. The presence of red oxide in the sands and the specimens’ higher compressiv...
Journal of Production Engineering, 2017
This study was carried out to assess the effect of heat input on the mechanical properties and co... more This study was carried out to assess the effect of heat input on the mechanical properties and corrosion behaviour of mild steel. The intrinsic nature of fusion welding has made it difficult to provide a complete understanding of corrosion behaviour in some systems. Optical metallography was used to determine grain size and HAZ zone, weldment and parent metal. Mechanical properties of the weldment were observed. Corrosion behaviour of mild steel were investigated in air, sea water, alkaline and acidic medium after welding with shielded metal Arc welding SMAW by varying the welding process parameter that leads to power input and monitoring its welding speed with a stop watch. The microstructural characterization of the welded sample carried out through a metallurgical microscope (x100) and the corrosion response rate by weight loss was observed in the different medium, the sample welded with 180A and low voltage displayed the highest Rockwell hardness and the same was observed for impact test. The effect of various heat inputs on the corrosion behaviour of shielded metal arc welded mild steel show thus the as-received sample have the greatest resistance to corrosion in all the medium, at 180 A, high voltage this is closely followed by sample welded with 180 A, low voltage. The sample welded with 90A, low voltage which has the least corrosion resistance in all medium during the exposure period studied. The low heat input welded samples underwent a long period of heating, low heat input could lead to a greater tendency of distortion which may produce a higher weld cracking in the aggressive corrosion medium. The higher the current, the higher the power input and the deeper the penetration. However, the use of too high weld current may cause problems such as excessive spatter, electrode overheating and cracking while too high weld voltage could cause the beads to be wider and flatter. The low arc voltage produces a stiffer arc that improves penetration. If the voltage is too low, a very narrow bead will result.
IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 2020
This paper presents the fundamental investigation on crack propagation rate (CPR) and Stress Inte... more This paper presents the fundamental investigation on crack propagation rate (CPR) and Stress Intensity Factor (SIF) for a typical fatigue and welded specimens which are Compact Tension (CT) and Single Edge Notch Tension (SENT) as well as Butt and longitudinal T-joint. The material data of austenitic stainless steel SS316L was used to observe crack propagation rate with different initial crack length and different tensile load was used for the fracture mechanics investigation. The geometry of the specimens was modelled by using open source software CASCA while Franc 2D was used for post processing based on Paris Erdogan Law with different crack increment steps. The analysis of crack propagation using fracture mechanics technique requires an accurate calculation of the stress intensity factor SIF and comparison of the critical strength of the material (KIC) was used to determine the critical crack length of the specimens. it can be concluded that open source finite element method software can be used for predicting of fatigue life on simplified geometry.
Nigerian Journal of Technology, 2018
Studies have shown that adequate attention needs to be paid on processing of solid minerals that ... more Studies have shown that adequate attention needs to be paid on processing of solid minerals that are potentially available in Nigeria to address its economic problem. Clays from five major towns in Baruten Local Government Area, Kwara State, Nigeria were examined using ASTM guidelines to determine their suitability for refractory applications. The clay samples were classified as Alumino-Silicate refractories due to high values of Al2O3 and SiO2. The results showed apparent porosity (19.4-25.6%), bulk density (1.83-1.90 g/cm 3 ), cold crushing strength (38.7-56.1 N/mm 2 ), linear shrinkage (4.4 -9.3%), clay contents (52.71-67.83%), moisture content (17.0-23.6%), permeability (68-82 cmsec -1 ), plasticity (16.7-30.4%), refractoriness (>1300 o C) and Thermal Shock Resistance (23-25 cycles) for the clay samples, which were measurable with the established standards for fireclays, refractory clays/brick lining or alumina-silicates and kaolin. Hence, the natural clays could suitably replace imported clays in some refractory applications. Appropriate use of information from this study would improve Nigeria's industrialization and economic diversification.
FEM Analysis of Fatigue Crack Growth in Low Carbon Steel Using Single Edge Notched Tension Specimen
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