MACHINE MODELING AND SIMULATIONS, Machine Modelling and Simulations 2025

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Study of the Dynamic-Mechanical Properties of Polymeric Blends for a Novel Material Component in Sustainable Bulk Material Transport
Róbert Janík, Ivan Labaj, Darina Ondrušová, Mariana Pajtášová, Jan Krmela, Daniela Marasová, Oľga Novosádová

Last modified: 19. 05. 2025

Abstract


This study investigates the dynamic-mechanical behavior of polymeric blends containing conventional and alternative fillers, aimed at developing a novel elastomer-based component for use in bulk material transport systems. Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) was performed at 1 Hz and 10 Hz to evaluate the viscoelastic properties of three different rubber compounds: a commercial tread blend, a compound containing a recycled filler (CC), and a non-vulcanized variant (Nevul). Key parameters such as the storage modulus (E′), loss tangent (tan δ), and glass transition temperature (Tg) were extracted and compared. The alternative filler-based compound (CC) exhibited enhanced damping characteristics, with a tan δ peak around –45 °C and higher energy dissipation under dynamic loading. These findings highlight the significant influence of filler type and matrix interaction on the frequency- and temperature-dependent mechanical behavior. The study provides a fundamental understanding of structure–property relationships in elastomer composites and sets the stage for further testing of innovative fillers derived from thermally processed industrial waste and by-product blends.

Acknowledgement: This research work has been supported by the Scientific Grants : APVV-23-0342 (Slovak Research and Development Agency), VEGA 1/0265/24 and also by the Operational Program Integrated Infrastructure, co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund by the project: Advancement and support of R&D for "Centre for diagnostics and quality testing of materials" in the domains of the RIS3 SK specialization, Acronym: CEDITEK II., ITMS2014+ code 313011W442.