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52 articles for “grain processing”
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Practical Strategies to Mitigate Acidosis in Dairy Cattle: Implications of Nutritional, Genetic, and Management Practices
Abstract: Acidosis in dairy cattle remains a critical concern, adversely affecting rumen health, milk production, and overall animal welfare. This study investigates practical strategies to mitigate acidosis through integrated nutritional, genetic, and management approaches. Nutritional strategies emphasize balancing forage-to-concentrate ratios, providing adequate fiber, and utilizing feed additives such as buffers, probiotics, and yeast cultures to stabilize rumen pH. The importance of gradual dietary transitions and monitoring total mixed ration (TMR) composition …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 27–44 Read article
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Optimized Text Extraction and E-Repository Development of Hindi and Punjabi Documents Using OCR and NLP Techniques
Abstract: Increase in digitalization of content in the form of text content necessitates powerful document and text extraction systems, particularly for Indian languages such as Hindi and Punjabi. The existing Optical Character Recognition (OCR) solutions support major scripts such as English, leaving a research opportunity for effective recognition of Devanagari and Gurmukhi scripts. This study recommends a modified text extraction algorithm based on Tesseract OCR, accompanied by preprocessing steps of conversion …
Published in Journal of Web Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 35–43 Read article
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Investigation and Concerns on the Mechanics Behind Grain Refinement During ECAP Operation with Applications to Polymers
Abstract: Materials science and engineering have studied Equal Channel Angular Pressing (ECAP) grain refining. This abstract discusses important findings and concerns about grain refining mechanics during ECAP.A adaptable severe plastic deformation method; ECAP refines grain patterns in many metallic materials. Many researches have attempted to understand this phenomenon's complex mechanisms. Microhardness and microstructure (morphology) of AL alloy increase with the increase in pass numbers. It is observed that the mechanical property …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Synergistic Procurement and Molecular Characteristics of Full Grain Leather in Advanced Material Engineering
Abstract: This article explores the molecular characteristics and engineering processes involved in the production and application of full-grain leather, recognized for its premium quality due to its intact granular structure. Full-grain leather, undivided into split layers, maintains a robust and durable molecular composition, making it a preferred material in high-quality garment manufacturing. The study emphasizes the role of leather conditioners in restoring the molecular suppleness and moisture retention of leather, crucial …
Published in International Journal of Advance in Molecular Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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A Study on Friction Stir Processing Effected on Hardness and Tensile Properties When Single Pass and Double Pass Is Considered Using Al 6061 And Steel Material
Abstract: The principle of friction stir welding was initially employed to build the emerging technology known as friction stir processing, or FSP. FSP has shown to be a successful method of developing face mixes and increasing the material's mechanical parcels. Aluminum blends are among those accoutrements over which the FSP can be performed successfully. The study comprised the careful processing of steel and Al 6061 samples using both single and double …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Comparative Investigation on Mechanical Properties of AMCs Fabricated through Liquid and Solid-State Fabrication Process
Abstract: This current research work is primarily focused on comparative experimental study on effect of two distinct fabrication process routes i.e. liquid state and solid state process and their corresponding parameters on microstructure and micro-hardness properties of Aluminium matrix composites (AMCs). In this work, AMCs were fabricated by reinforcing Al2O3 powder materials of 5, 10 and 15 wt.% into pure Aluminum (Al) matrix phase through two distinct processes; liquid state (stir …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 202–215 Read article
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Deep Cryogenic Treatment of Copper Chill Plates in Stir Casting of Al6061-Silicon Carbide Composites
Abstract: Aluminum-Silicon Carbide Metal Matrix Composites (Al/SiC MMCs) represent advanced materials created through the integration of aluminum matrices with silicon carbide particle reinforcement. These composites demonstrate superior characteristics compared to conventional aluminum alloys, establishing their relevance across diverse engineering applications. This experimental investigation focuses on developing composites using aluminum as the base matrix while incorporating SiC particles (40-50μm particle size) as reinforcing agents. The reinforcement content was systematically varied from 3 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 116–126 Read article
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Influence of Die Design Parameters and Mechanical Properties of AA5083 Through Equal Channel Angular Pressing Technique
Abstract: Refinement of the grain structure in bulk Materials is achieved using the Equal Channel Angular Pressing process. The material is pass through a die in this procedure that has two channels that meet at a particular angle. Finer grains are formed as a result of the material's deformation when it passes through die. The creation of ultra-fine grains is influenced by a number of die design characteristics. The effects of …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Production Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–47 Read article
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Investigation of microstructure and mechanical properties of multi-pass friction stir processing on precipitation hardened aluminum alloy
Abstract: In the present study, multi-pass friction stir processing of aluminum AA2014-T651 alloy is per-formed with one and four passes. The multi-pass processing is performed at a tool rotational speed of 1000 rpm with a traverse speed of 63 mm/min. Microstructural characterization of fric-tion stir processed specimens indicated a significant grain refinement with equiaxed grains in the four pass specimen. Microhardness and tensile strength of the multi-pass specimen decreases with the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 339–349 Read article
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Study and analysis of the Double Data Rate SDRAM Controller for High-speed Interfacing with Processing Device
Abstract: A real-time embedded system must now manage many programs running concurrently. Increased Data Rate Because of its burst access, speed, and pipeline features, synchronous DRAM is a typical memory-building material. DDR transfers are performed using synchronous dynamic access memory. The memory controller must be set with a pipelined design for various applications and systems to perform effectively. The purpose of this study is to design a DRAM controller that will …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Numerical Investigation of AA5053 Through Equal Channel Angular Pressing Technique: An Overview
Abstract: Equal channel angular pressing is recognized as the predominant method for bulk severe plastic deformation processing and has been employed for refining the grain structure in numerous metals and alloys. This study utilized finite element analysis to examine the processing of metallic billets through simple shear deformation. For the study, the die channel angle was chosen based on achieving the minimum energy consumption to induce maximum uniform strain. Among the …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 40–47 Read article
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Review on Severe Plastic Deformation Techniques for Bulk Materials: Deformation Behavior and Properties
Abstract: This paper presents a detailed review of the efficient application of Severe Plastic Deformation for the fabrication of ultra-fine-grained and nanostructured crystalline bulk materials. Severe Plastic Deformation allows substantial grain refinement while largely preserving the original dimensions of the workpiece, making it especially suitable for ductile materials capable of sustaining very high strains under elevated hydrostatic pressure prior to failure. The study investigates the grain refinement mechanisms involved in Severe …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 40–72 Read article
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Developing Techniques for Controlling Different Aspects of Text Generation Such as Tone and Contents
Abstract: Large Language Models (LLMs) have shown excellent text creation quality in Natural Language Processing (NLP). However, LLMs have to satisfy ever-more-complex standards in real-world applications. LLMs are supposed to meet specific user goals, like as mimicking specific writing styles or producing material with poetic richness, in addition to eliminating inaccurate or objectionable content. Controllable Text Generation (CTG) techniques were developed in response to these diverse demands. They guarantee that outputs …
Published in Recent Trends in Programming languages · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Electrical Measurements on La-modified Four-Layered Aurivillius Ceramics
Abstract: Bismuth layered structure ferroelectric (BLSF) of Aurivillius family is found to be attractive owing to its scientific and technological point of view. These materials have potential ferroelectric applications owing to the fact of its high Curie temperature, high temperature piezo-devise and ferroelectric random access memory (FRAM), applications. In addition, Bi-modified compounds have shown improved ferroelectric properties. However, the plausible reason for improving ferroelectric properties in Bi-modified is still unclear. The …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 157–170 Read article
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A Review on Characterization of Mechanical Behavior of AA5083 Through Equal Channel Angular Pressing at Different Channel Angles
Abstract: Materials that have been enhanced through traditional techniques like strain hardening, the addition of solutes, altering grain size through precipitation and refining are commonly utilized in industrial applications. However, there is a restriction on the extent of deformation that these traditional techniques can impose on a material. This research centered on examining the primary mechanical characteristics of aluminum alloys when polycrystalline materials incorporate an extremely fine grain size. By producing …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 54–68 Read article
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Superplasticity Behavior of Aluminium Alloys Through FSP: A Review
Abstract: Friction Stir Processing (FSP), an advanced modification of Friction Stir Welding (FSW), has emerged as a highly effective technique for fabricating surface composites with superior mechanical and metallurgical properties. FSP enhances the microstructure and superplastic behavior of materials, particularly aluminium alloys, by subjecting them to high strain rates at relatively low temperatures. This review paper critically examines the development and optimization of FSP for aluminium alloys, emphasizing key factors such …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 65–77 Read article
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Effect of Thermal Conditions on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of AA5083 Processed by Equal Channel Angular Pressing
Abstract: A commercial AA5083 with an initial grain size of 210 μm was given an ultrafine-grained structure using the equal channel angular pressing (ECAP) technique under die design as patented. The identical sample underwent two successful passes through the die at 473 K, with each passage causing the sample to rotate 90° along its own longitudinal axis. After just one pressing, the microstructure was comparatively homogeneous. It was made up of …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 49–64 Read article
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Characterization of Al6082 and Magnesium AZ3lB Composite Produced by The Friction Stir Additive Manufacturing
Abstract: In this modern era, lighter and stronger materials are needed. This is especially true for materials needed in aerospace, robotics, light aircraft, defence, and transportation. When comparison to backbone products in order composite goods have a higher durability & stiffness-to-weight proportion .Most of the newer fabricating methods, called friction stir additive manufacturing (FSAM), uses solid-state drives friction stirring technology to produce bilayer structures by sequentially fusing discrete strata. In this …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Production Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Microstructural Design and Functional Properties of Polycrystalline Materials
Abstract: Polycrystalline materials, composed of an aggregate of crystallites or grains, are foundational to modern engineering applications due to their versatile functional properties. The microstructural design—encompassing grain size, shape, orientation, phase distribution, and grain boundary characteristics—plays a pivotal role in determining mechanical, thermal, electrical, and magnetic behavior. This abstract explores the intricate relationship between microstructure and functionality, emphasizing how tailored processing techniques such as thermomechanical treatments, sintering, and additive manufacturing can …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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A Neuromorphic-Inspired, Low-Power VLSI Architecture for Edge AI in IoT Sensor Nodes
Abstract: As the proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices continues to rise, there is an increasing demand for real-time, energy-efficient artificial intelligence (AI) processing directly at the network edge. Traditional edge AI accelerators, often based on deep learning models like convolutional neural networks (CNNs), struggle to meet the ultra-low-power requirements of battery-constrained IoT sensor nodes. In response to this challenge, this study introduces a neuromorphic-inspired, low-power very- large-scale integration (VLSI) …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 41–47 Read article