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Green Energy and Intelligent Transportation: The Role of Composite Materials in Electric and Automotive Sectors
Abstract: The global transition toward sustainable mobility is accelerating, driven by mounting concerns over climate change, urban congestion, and the rapid development of green energy technologies. At the heart of this transformation lie intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and electric vehicles (EVs), which are collectively reshaping the future of modern transportation. Within this context, composite materials have emerged as key enablers, offering lightweight, durable, and energy-efficient solutions that enhance vehicle performance, range, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1096–1111 Read article
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Techno-Economic Evaluation of Solar Harvesting as a Best-Fit Technology for Sustainable Green Building in the Humid Tropics
Abstract: Best-fit criteria in terms of availability, affordability, minimally conflicting operationality, energy efficiency, buildability, and maintainability are the hallmarks of sustainable green building technology. This study evaluates solar harvesting as a best-fit technology for residential buildings in the humid tropics. An analysis of a residential property located in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, is used as a case study to techno-economically portray the viability of solar harvesting. The analysis is carried out for …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Green Energy Assisted Four Wheels Electric Vehicle With Variable Speed Control
Abstract: AbstractPeople across the globe are suffering from pollution in daily life. It cannot be stopped completely but can be decreased. Automobile industries are always in search to make more environment friendly technologies for vehicles. Introduction of electric vehicles is one of the major steps to support ecofriendly technologies. Addition of solar energy is one of the initiates. Green Energy assisted vehicle creates a new era of engineering innovation to provide …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Solar Based Integrated Energy Systems for Green Building Applications
Abstract: Energy consumption in buildings is increasing at a rapid rate and so is the development of renewable energy systems. India possesses huge potential for solar and wind power systems and also for, geothermal and tidal owing to site-specific characteristics and geographic location. Present paper studies the latest developments in solar-based renewable energy applications for new and existing buildings, with an aim to achieve net-zero or nearly zero energy consumption. Solar …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Engineering Strategies for Environmental Sustainability, Green Societies and Way Forward Out of Covid-19 Impacts
Abstract: Environmental health, carbon credits and energy resuscitation and engineering interventions require special attention for public health, greener societies and environmental sustainability. This paper investigated the menace of covid-19 and highlighted strategies for handling the pandemic for green societies, environmental health and economic sustainability. The study recognized concern and effort of health practitioners, engineers, environmental health consultants, hospital designers, operators and health-care workers for effective control of this pandemic. Social distancing …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 40–51 Read article
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Need-driven Research Towards Plastic Recycling in Nigeria for Health, Wealth and Green Environment
Abstract: Need driven research is required for plastic recycling in most nations of the world for greener environment and national development. Plastics are cheap, lightweight and versatile materials that can be conveniently formed into a variety of items and are used in a wide range of applications. This studyexamined plastic recycling in Nigeria for achievement of health, wealth and better environment.Methodology includes literature review and investigation of various plastic disposal sites. …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Graphene for Next Generation Green Electronics-A Sustainable Future
Abstract: The amount of e-waste or electronic waste is increasing worldwide due to the rapid development of the electronics industry and the profound usage of electronic products although it has enormous detrimental effects on the environment and humans. It has become an evolving problem due to a lack of knowledge and infrastructure for e-waste disposal and recovery. Researchers around the world are in search of environment-friendly, sustainable ‘green electronic’ material which …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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Solidification of Brass Casting in Green Sand Mould: A Numerical and Experimental Study
Abstract: Casting which is also known as founding, is one of the earliest metal shaping methods. It means the pouring of molten metal into the refractory mould then allowing it to solidify. After solidification removing of part from the mould either by breaking the mould or ejecting the mould part. Present study has been focused on solidification of brass in green sand mould formulation. Two-dimensional heat conduction equation in cartesian co-ordinate …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of Green Synthesized Iron Nano Particle (GInP) Using Eucalyptus globulus for Lead Removal
Abstract: The application of green synthesized iron nanoparticle for the removal of lead is researched in this study. The FT-IR and XRD results reveal that a nanoparticle with 80 nm size could be synthesized using Eucalyptus globulus leaf extract. The specific surface area of the nanoparticle was found to be 59 m2/g. The lead removal capability of the green synthesized iron nanoparticle (GInP) was investigated for lead concentration ranging from 50–250 …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Role of Bimetallic (Ag-Cu) Nanoparticles on the Structural Properties of PVA/PVP Blend Green Nanocomposites
Abstract: This study reports the green synthesis of polymer blend nanocomposites of Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) and Poly vinylpyrrolidone (PVP) embedded with Silver (Ag), Copper (Cu) mono metallic and Silver-Copper (Ag-Cu) bimetallic nanoparticles (NPs), generated using plant mediated solution casting method. The formation of blend, polymer-polymer interactions, interaction between polymer and nanoparticles and role of the nanoparticles on the interactions among PVA/PVP blend nanocomposites were studies by FTIR spectroscopy. The crystallinity of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 11–19 Read article
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Strength Based Comparative Study of Green Concrete
Abstract: Green concrete may be a revolutionary topic within the history of concrete trade. It is a kind of concrete that resembles the standard concrete however, the assembly or usage of such concrete needs minimum quantity of energy and causes least damage to atmosphere. Recycled coarse mixture may be employed by partly substitution natural concrete aggregates, so construction and demolition waste may be more used for aggregates in new construction. Recycled …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 63–67 Read article
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Making World as More Green and Healthy using Data Mining Techniques
Abstract: AbstractTrees are vital. As the biggest plants on the planet, they give us oxygen, store carbon, stabilize the soil and give life to the world's wildlife. A study from 2017 reveals the information that more than 150 acres lost every minute of every day, and 78 million acres lost every year, yet there is no proper technical solution to identify the places of deforestation and to plant trees on those …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Green Synthesis of Gold Nanoparticles Using Piper Nigrum (Black Pepper) Aqueous Extract
Abstract: In the present study, we wish to report the green synthesis of gold nanoparticles using aqueous extract from fruit of black pepper. The extract with different concentrations was reduced with HAuCl4 aqueous solution at room temperature. The color change, pH change and UV-visible spectroscopic analysis reveal the surface plasmon resonance (SPR) of the final reaction product which confirms the reduction of Au3+ ion to gold nanoparticles. The FTIR spectra confirms …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 48–57 Read article
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Green Revolution in Cement Industry through Nanotechnology
Abstract: In the current decade, construction and infrastructure are most promising sectors for investment because of it's every green growth and cement production is the main pillar of these trades. From 2010 to 2015, China and India are the largest cement producing countries with average production capacity of 2100 and 250 million metric tons per year, respectively. But with these, production of cement creates, the several environment issues, especially related to …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 19–22 Read article
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Efficient Green Synthesis of TiO2 Nanoparticles Using Murraya koenigii Leaf Extract
Abstract: Green synthesis of nanoparticles by plant extract is at present under exploitation due to eco-friendly, non-toxic and inexpensive process. Titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles were synthesized by ultrasound assisted sol-gel precipitation method using titanium tetra-isopropoxide as a precursor and Murraya koenigii leaf extract as a reducing and stabilizing agent. The leaf extract was prepared under various solvent media such as ethanol and distilled water under controlled ultrasonication. Due to effective ultrasound, …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 29–38 Read article
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Green Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles using Extracts of Ocimum Tenuiflorum and its Characterization
Abstract: Various applications of nanoparticles stimulate the need for synthesizing them. But, the conventional methods are usually hazardous and energy consuming. This leads to the focus on “green synthesis” of nanoparticles which was an efficient and eco-friendly approach. Natural diminishment operators are being investigated worldwide to limit the impacts of toxic chemicals utilized as a part of nanoparticles creation. The present study states a green approach for the synthesis of zinc …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–19 Read article
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Green Synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Moringa Oleifera leaf extract: Investigation of Photocatalytic activity
Abstract: In the present study, cost effective and environment friendly silver nanoparticles were synthesized using Moringa Oleifera leaves extract as the reducing and capping agent. The nanoparticles (AgNPs) were characterized using UV-visble, FT-IR, XRD, and Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis. The surface plasmon resonance peaks in absorption spectra for silver colloidal solution showed an absorption peak at 443 nm in a UV-visible spectrum. From the XRD data, we suggest the occurrence …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 60–68 Read article
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Green Synthesis of Carbon quantum dots for applications in nanomedicine,flexible bioelectronics
Abstract: Nanotechnology has been advancing to the fabrications of new materials with unique properties. A unique property that is size dependent to emerging nanomaterial attracts the synthesis and manipulations of matter at nanoscale. Nanomaterial comprises of nanoparticles, nanowires, nano composites, nano discs, nanostars, nano flowers, nano rods, and quantum dots. The structures and shape of these nanomaterials depends on synthesis methods, substrate temperature, concentrations and stimulus. In this research, emphasis is …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 18–29 Read article
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Biofertilizer: A Pathway Towards Eco-green Environment
Abstract: AbstractThe biofertilizers are utilized to enhance the fertility of the land utilizing biological wastes, thus the term biofertilizers, and biological wastes do not contain any chemicals which are obstructing to the living soil. Bio-manures are one of the best cutting edge modern tools for agriculture. It is an ability of our current agricultural science. Biofertilizers are connected in the rural field as an extra to our conventional fertilizers. Conventional fertilizers …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Optimisation and Assessment of Green Pea Pod Powder (Pisum sativum) Incorporated Cassava Flour-based Instant Noodles
Abstract: The objective of the present study was to develop and optimize Cassava flour-based instant noodles incorporated with green pea pod powder as a source of dietary fibre. The pea pods were washed, blanched, dried and ground in a mixer to obtain the Pea Pod (PP) powder. The instant noodles were prepared by using standard gluten-free noodles formulation with 0%, 5% and 10% PP powder, pre-cooked and fried. The physico-chemical analysis …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article