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Plunger Technique: A New Approach to Stir Casting AMMC Preparation
Abstract: Metal matrix composites (MMCs) are materials that are highly attractive for large range of hi-tech engineering applications. Keeping this in mind, materials for the present investigation were prepared by a drastically modified stir-casting technique where the usual solid shaft stirrer was replaced by a hollow/tubular spindle-stirring mechanism through which silicon carbide particulates in small cylindrical capsule were introduced to the aluminum-magnesium alloy matrix with the help of a plunger rod …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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Processing and Properties of In situ Synthesized Reinforcements in Molten Magnesium
Abstract: In situ synthesized reinforcements for magnesium composites are an attractive area of research especially due to the inherent advantages of the process. Various reinforcements such as intermetallics and ceramics have proved their effectiveness in magnesium by imparting higher mechanical and tribological properties to the metal matrix. Fabrication of reinforcements in molten magnesium matrix is a very critical area owing to large scale production prospective and ease of implementation. This paper …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 25–33 Read article
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Investigations with Gigabit Passive Optical Network
Abstract: Gigabit Passive Optical Network is one of the emergent technology to compete with high bandwidth requirement of impending subscribers. Accordingly, this manuscript explores the proposed design of the GPON. Numerical simulations have been executed for the non-return to zero and return to zero pattern with and without the Raman Effect over the single mode fiber of 20 km length of transmission. The design’s performance has been evaluated on the basis …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 40–45 Read article
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Implementation of 16-Bit Qam Using Texas Instruments
Abstract: In this paper, an implementation of 16-bit QAM is performed where there is a high use of Digital Video Broadcasting Cable (DVB-C), as there is increase in the usage the bandwidth requirement for each user is mutually increasing. Due to this, there is spectral congestion caused and drastic improvements have been taken in the field of communications. QAM multilevel modulation can offer an attractive solution to current bandwidth restriction in …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Mechanisms and Applications of Lyoluminescence
Abstract: When strongly energized halide or organic crystals are dissolved in а liquid solvent like water, light is emitted as an end result of а recombination process. This emission of light is known as Lyoluminesсenсe0. The emitted light intensity, called the Lyoluminescent intensity, depends on а class of factors like radiation doses, probability of radiative recombination, rate of dissolution inside the solvent, etc. The effect is enhanced when the materials have …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Thorium the Fuel of the Future to Revitalize Nuclear Power Generation
Abstract: After disasters like Kyshtym, Windscale, Fukushima, Chernobyl etc., nuclear energy carried a dreaded stigma. The cost of nuclear power generation in the conventional way is on the rise, and so there is a resurgence in nuclear technology using thorium as fuel. There is a great pressure from international community to reduce carbon emission. So many countries are looking for a path to generate energy that is distinctly different but pays …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–26 Read article
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Exploring the Path to Strategic Investment: An In-Depth SWOT Analysis of Renewable Energy in Afghanistan
Abstract: This study employs SWOT analysis to assess Afghanistan's renewable energy (RE) sector, crucial for achieving its 2030 vision and Paris Agreement commitments. Strengths include RE potential, power sector reform, feed-in tariffs, and donor support. Weaknesses involve security, technical, commercial, and financing hurdles. Opportunities stem from rising energy demand,climate awareness, and decreasing RE costs, while threats include power import reliance, low cost recovery, and policy instability. To attract sustainable foreign direct …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 6–22 Read article
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Fabrication and characterization of Tensile properties ofaluminium 5083/silicon carbide/fly ash composites for advanced engineering applications
Abstract: The present work includes the fabrication of hybrid Metal Matrix Composite materials by consolidating the attractive traits of Metals, Ceramics and byproducts of combustion in power plants. More often than not, when no less than two reinforcements are introduced into the matrix phase, it is known as a hybrid composite and current research focuses on fabrication and characterization of composite materials. Aluminum Metal Matrix Composites with Silicon carbide reinforcements are …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Reinforcement of Natural Rubber with Sisal/Sugarcane Hybrid Nanofiller
Abstract: AbstractNatural fibres are attracting attention from researchers for the manufacture of polymer composites due to their eco-friendly nature and sustainability. The hybrid effects of Sisal/sugarcane Bagasse based nanofiller on the physico-mechanical properties of natural rubber matrix have been investigated. In the experiment, nanofiller were prepared from alkaline-peroxide treated sisal fibre and sugarcane bagasse through shear and friction homogenization. The nanofiller were hybridized using a single ordinate loading of 30 parts …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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A Study on the Effect of Ionic Conductivity on Addition of Salt for Polymer Nanocomposite Gel Electrolyte for Solar Cell Applications
Abstract: AbstractDye sensitized solar cells (DSSC) have attracted greater attention in the recent years because of their relatively high energy conversion efficiency and low cost. In the DSSCs, the electrolytes play a vital role in the determination of the efficiency and long term stability. In this investigation, we report on the synthesis, characterization and conductivity study of polymer nanocomposite gel electrolyte. Cadmium oxide nanoparticles were added into polymer blend of poly …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Test Investigation on Mechanical Properties of Palmyra Bract Fiber Composite
Abstract: AbstractBiological concerns have brought about replenished enthusiasm for regular materials regarding their mechanical applications and principal examination. Recyclability and ecological security are getting to be progressively vital to the presentation of characteristic materials and items. Petroleum based items, for example, gums in thermo set plastics are poisonous and non- biodegradable. The saps and filaments utilized as a part of green composites are biodegradable when they are dumped, disintegrated by the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 33–36 Read article
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Design, Analysis and Fabrication of Composite Leaf Spring
Abstract: AbstractNowadays composite materials are one of the materials which are greatly attracting researchers. Reducing weight and increasing or maintaining the strength of materials is getting to be highly important research issue in this modern world. In this paper, design, fabrication and analysis of composite leaf spring have been presented. The objective is to design a composite leaf spring with reduced length and weight as compared to steel leaf spring. The …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 4–14 Read article
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Alcid Bamboo
Abstract: AbstractNatural bamboo is one of the fastest growing plants, with maturity cycle of 3–4 year, thus making highly attractive natural renewable resource compared to hardwood. This bamboo can replace timber in many applications, but their mechanical property differs with species, age, climatic factor, moisture content and different height of culm. Due to this the natural bamboo can be replaced by synthetic one which are man-made and also known as engineered …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 28–32 Read article
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Thermo-Mechanical Properties of Unsaturated Polyester Reinforced with Coconut and Snail Shells
Abstract: AbstractParticulate-filled polymer composites are becoming quite attractive because of their low cost and wide applications. In this study, the effects of coconut shell (CS) and snail shell (SS) volume fractions (5–50 vol. %) on the thermal and mechanical properties of unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) composite are investigated. The results show that tensile strength, elongation at break, flexural strength, and hardness of the composite increase as filler concentration increases. However, impact …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 44–56 Read article
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Appealing Recent Trends of Glass/Carbon Fiber Replacing Conventional Materials
Abstract: Use of glass reinforced fiber plastic and carbon reinforced fiber plastic is well known in many industries and have significant impact for the industrial revolution. Researchers and manufactures across these industries are always searching for opportunities to use GFRP and CFRP for new components. Other industries are finding the prospects to use these material for possible future. Many properties of these materials are favored and attracting most of the industrial …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Review on Investigation of Tailor Welded Blanks of Dissimilar Aluminum-Magnesium Alloys and Hybrid Carbon Composites
Abstract: Reduction in weight, better fuel efficiency and cost effectiveness are the salient attractive features of Aluminum-Magnesium alloys and carbon composite materials. By making use of tailor welded blanks of dis similar materials of different strengths at appropriate locations in automobile outer body, one can achieve these objectives. At the same time, fabrication of these Tailor Welded blanks of Aluminum-Magnesium alloys, next generation carbon composite materials by usual fusion welding processes …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 66–73 Read article
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An Optimize Formulation to Synthesis of size Controlled Hydrophobic Starch Acetate Nanoparticles using Box-Behnken Design
Abstract: The best way to improve the overall performance of native starch is by chemical modification. In recent years, hydrophobically modified starch has attracted considerable attention for the design and manufacture of novel nanoparticulate drug delivery carriers. The purpose of this research was to synthesize hydrophobic starch nanoparticles (NPs) and to optimize process factors through the use of response surface methodology (RSM). The corn starch acetate (CSA) NPs was synthesized using …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 32–54 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of Polyvinyl alcohol film incorporated with Tridax procumbens leaf extract
Abstract: Active film materials are prepared by incorporation of natural antimicrobial and antioxidant agents. These materials have attracted growing interest in wound dressing and food packaging process. In this study, active films were developed by incorporation of Tridax procumbens (T. procumbens) leaf extract into Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) matrix. T. procumbens leaves have been accounted for their biomedical and nutritional properties. The impact of T. procumbens leaf extract on the physical, mechanical …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 40–51 Read article
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Nanoparticles in Cutting-edge Healthcare: Current Use and Emerging Issues
Abstract: Nanoparticles are sub-micron-sized particles (less than 100 nm on average). Using these materials as contrast agents in imaging and as carriers for medication and gene transfer into malignancies has given them a prominent place in contemporary medicine. Nanoparticles allow for previously inconceivable levels of analysis and therapy. However, nanoparticles provide new societal and environmental challenges, especially regarding toxicity. In this overview, we discuss how nanoparticles have benefited contemporary medicine and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 105–118 Read article
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Performance Improvement of Nano Field Effect Transistor Based on Zinc Oxide Semiconducting Materials – a Critical Analysis
Abstract: New semiconductor materials and new shapes for contemporary nanostructured semiconductor devices, like nanowires, have been researched as a result of advancements in transistor technology. Because of their unique electrical, photonic, and sensing capabilities, nanowires (NWs) constructed of various semiconductor material systems (gallium arsenide, zinc oxide, etc.) have been the subject of intense research over the past 20 years. Due to its distinctive properties, including high electron mobility, high crystalline quality, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 99–107 Read article