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Investigation on Mechanical Properties of Bamboo-Plastic Composites by Alkali Treatment and Illustration via Scanning Electron Microscopy
Abstract: The morphological properties, tensile and flexural strength of composite materials made of bamboo fibres and plastic were investigated. Bamboo-plastic composites (BPCs) were made from bamboo fibres, plastic, and urea formaldehyde (UF) resin to evaluate the effects on mechanical properties. Two different types of plastics, namely polypropylene (PP) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE) were used to make the composite fabrication. The bamboo fibres were extracted after soaking them in a sodium hydroxide …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 86–95 Read article
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DGA Analysis of Transformer Oil with Experimental Investigation: An Effective Tool of Condition Monitoring for Power Transformer
Abstract: Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) is usually performed for power transformer condition based maintenance activities. The DGA has become a very popular technique for the monitoring the overall health of a power transformer. It is possible to distinguish faults such as partial discharge, over-heating, and arcing in a great variety of oil filled power transformers. A number of samples must be taken over a period of time to discern trends and …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Investigation on the Benefits of Steam Adsorption and Distribution during Cyclic Steam Injection to Improve Oil Recovery - FNE Case Study, Sudan
Abstract: One of the main types of Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) methods is thermal stimulation method which is an increasingly common method of extracting heavy oil. there are different forms of the technology of thermal method Cyclic steam stimulation, Steam flooding and In-situ combustion “Fire flooding” are commonly applied to oil reservoirs, which are relatively shallow very viscous oil at the reservoir temperature, the most widely used steam injection methods for …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Investigation of the Effects of Solpawa SBR-X TM Doses on Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon in Loam Soil at Different Depths
Abstract: Laboratory trials of environmental remediation products bring the hope of inventing such products to reality for many of today’s intractable environmental pollution conditions, paving the way for the field trials and subsequent large-scale field application. This laboratory study was conducted as the first phase of a 2-tiered adaptive trials of Solpawa® Bioremediation System (Solpawa-SBX) funded by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB). The study investigated the effectiveness of …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 64–72 Read article
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Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Jute and Bamboo Natural Fiber Composites
Abstract: Natural fibers have become increasingly popular in recent decades. Natural fiber composites are also becoming increasingly popular in a various industries, including automobiles, furniture, packaging, construction and sports. Natural fibers have several advantages over synthetic fibers, including low cost, low density, reduced damage to processing equipment, good relative mechanical properties, renewability, and biodegradability. Natural fibers were also introduced with the goal of producing lighter composites, and they have shown a …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 20–33 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Mechanical Properties of Concrete Replacing of Steel Slag as Coarse Aggregate
Abstract: The basic objective of this study was to identify alternative source of good quality aggregate which is depleting very fast due to the fast pace of construction activities. This paper describes the optimum level of replacement of Energy Optimized Furnace (EOF) steel slag by weight of coarse aggregate for a mix proportion of M20 grade concrete to find out the optimum ratio of steel slag. Civil Engineers have been challenged …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 44–49 Read article
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Investigation of Web-Hole Effect on Web Crippling Strength of Cold Formed Channel Section
Abstract: This paper presents an experimental, theoretical and numerical investigation on lipped channel sections with circular web holes subjected to two loading conditions as specified in the American specifications for cold formed steel structures, namely, interior-two-flange and end-two-flange. For interior-two-flange, the web holes are provided (i) at center beneath bearing plate and (ii) at offset distance. For end-two-flange, web holes are provided at (i) center beneath bearing plate and (ii) 1/4th …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Investigations on Effect of Cutting Forces and Surface Finish in Plain Milling Using Box Behnken Design
Abstract: Nowadays research over improvement of machining process as a part of it cutting forces and surface finish on mechanical elements has become quite significant in the operational and aesthetical point of view. To enhance accuracy and precision, manufacturing firms are adopting automated systems in order to achieve manufacturing excellence. In the present work, the effect of various process parameters like spindle speed, feed, and depth of cut on the cutting …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 17–30 Read article
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Investigations on the impact of modulation formats and weather conditions in FSO link employing polarization division multiplexing and coherent detection-orthogonal frequency division multiplexing
Abstract: Free space optics (FSO) is a communication system where free space acts as medium between transceivers and they should be in line-of-sight for successful transmission of optical signal. Medium can be air, outer space, or vacuum. This system can be used for communication purpose in hours and in lesser economy. There are many advantages of FSO like high bandwidth and no spectrum license. The transmission in FSO is dependent on …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Groundwater Investigation Using Remote Sensing and GIS in Hard Rock Terrain
Abstract: A large amount of rainwater is lost through run off, In order to ensure a judicious use of groundwater proper evaluation is required. In the present study, an integrated Remote Sensing and GIS based methodology was developed for the investigation of groundwater and selection of artificial recharge sites in a hard rock terrain. Main objectives of these studies are delineation of groundwater potential zones in the area, carry out trend …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Investigation of Miniature Venturi Flume
Abstract: A venturi flume is a device used to measure discharge in open channel. It consists of a convergent section followed by throat and a diverging section. The venturi flume normally occupies full width of channel on actual field. The present study proposes a new design of miniature venturi flume with reduction in width. The width reduction ratios of miniature flume to channel width (b/B) considered in the project are 0.33, …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Influence of Key-shape Variation on Discharge Capacity of Piano Key Weir
Abstract: The piano key weir is a nonlinear free flow type weir with small foundation width. There are many geometrical parameters which influence the discharge capacity of the piano key weir. As in Labyrinth weir, the piano key weir is zigzagged in a plan to increase the crest length. Overhanging on both sides reduces the foundation width of such weir. To investigate the effects of key-shape variation of piano key weirs …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 44–49 Read article
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INVESTIGATING THE EFFECTS OF CHANGE IN LAND COVER ON STREAMFLOW USING SWAT MODEL & QGIS
Abstract: The investigative study is done using SWAT model to analyse the impact of change in Land Cover on the streamflow of Godavari River up to Chass gauge station in Maharashtra. The SWAT model was run 3 time for 3 subsequent decades (1985-1995, 1995-2005, 2005-2015) in order to take into account the changes in streamflow due to land cover. Hence, utilizing Land Cover map of respective three decades each with its …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 61–70 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Plastic mix Concrete for Pavement Quality Concrete (PQC)
Abstract: ABSTRACT: This project is particularly dealt with the possibility and analysis of using waste Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) in M40 grade of concrete (from IRC 44) as a partial replacement of fine aggregate with varying percentage of 0%, 2.5%, 7.5%, 12.5%. Various tests performed on cement-like specific gravity, fineness, setting time, standard consistency, etc. on coarse aggregate such as sieve analysis, fineness modulus, specific gravity, etc. On fresh concrete-like slump cone …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Concrete with Replacement of Fine Aggregate from Scrap Tyre Rubber Dust
Abstract: Concrete is the most widely used construction material in the world in which cement and aggregates are the main constituents. This has led to continuous and increasing demands of natural materials used in the construction. Present study aims to explore the potential utilization of scrap tyre rubber in various Portland cement concrete categories for the production to study the structural behaviour of concrete, and to help partially solving environmental problem …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Mechanical Properties of Hybrid Fibres in M25 Grade Concrete with Partial Replacement of Cement Using GGBS
Abstract: An investigation is made on the mechanical properties of Hybrid Fibre Reinforced Concrete (HFRC) using steel (ST) fibres and Recycled polyethylene terephthalate (RPET) fibres in M25 grade concrete. Steel fibres and Recycled PET fibres were added individually as mono fibres and then they were added together as hybrid fibres into the concrete mix for a fibre volume fraction of 1%. Mechanical properties such as compressive strength, split tensile strength, flexural …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 51–56 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on the Effect of Manufactured Sand in Concrete
Abstract: Concrete is the most widely used construction material owing to its versatile nature. Three fourth of the concrete is made of aggregates, amongst which fine aggregate has massive demand. River sand is the predominantly used fine aggregate, which is under significance because of the increased demand and less availability. The continuous mining of river sand has also affected the environment; ecologically and economically. Manufactured sand offers viable alternative to natural …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 45–52 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on the Seismic Disaster Mitigation of Unreinforced Brick Masonry Buildings
Abstract: The Himalayan region is considered to have the potential to produce earthquakes of magnitude 8.0 or greater once every 100 years. Since the occurrence of an earthquake cannot be prevented; therefore, seismic disaster mitigation remains the only option for the civil society. Unreinforced masonry (URM) buildings, constructed with stone or brick, are very common in Northern Pakistan part of Himalayan belt. The seismic performance of stone masonry was found very …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 55–67 Read article
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Enhancing Concrete Strength: Investigating the Impact of Glass Fines on Mechanical Properties
Abstract: The global emission of CO2 from cement industries poses a significant environmental challenge, being a primary contributor to environmental issues. Numerous researchers have explored alternative cementitious materials to formulate robust and long-lasting concrete. This study focuses on utilizing waste glass powder (GlP), derived from rejected soda-lime glass bottles collected from various sources, for experimental purposes. The laboratory experiments investigate the behavior of concrete incorporating glass as a partial substitute for …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 15–23 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Concrete with Partial Replacement of Cement by Fly Ash
Abstract: Fly ash is increasingly used as a supplementary cementitious material to partially replace cement in concrete. This paper presents an experimental investigation on the strength properties of concrete with varying percentages of fly ash replacement, from 0% to 25% by weight. The fresh, hardened, and durability properties of high performance concrete with fly ash percentages of 5%, 10%, 15%, 20% and 25% were studied. The test results indicate that 20% …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–14 Read article