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370 articles for “absorbance”
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Study and Analysis of Polymer / Composite Thermal Insulation Material and Comfort Based Building Simulation with Applicability of Evaporative Cooling
Abstract: In India, about 35% of India's electrical energy is absorbed by buildings. Of this, the significant consumption is for the cooling purpose in building. Passive cooling systems, by comparison consume considerably less energy than mechanical cooling systems. Therefore, it is very important to understand the applicability of the passive cooling system by conducting comfort-based simulation of building as well as an examination of the influence of thermal insulation composed of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Studies on Development of a Super Adsorbent Polymer for the Removal of Nitrogenous Waste Products from Urine Samples and in Intestinal Fluid Simulator
Abstract: Introduction: Colonic dialysis (CD) has been proposed as an appropriate candidate for excretion of electrolytes, nitrogen waste products and excessive fluid using gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Methods: The GI environment simulated in terms of concentrations of nitrogenous waste products, electrolytes, temperature and pressure. In addition, 24-hour urine samples were obtained from 10 healthy adult volunteers. Adsorbing capacity of Super Adsorbent Polymer (SAP) evaluated in GI tract simulating system and urine samples. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Testing for Shielding and Estimation of Linear Absorption Coefficient Using Gamma Irradiation of Polymer Composites
Abstract: The polymer composites were developed for the application of shielding material in a radiation environment. To determine the linear absorption coefficient of the developed materials for neutrons; an experiment was carried out using an Am-Be neutron source of strength ~3 × 107 n/s. The composites of Epoxy polymer were filled with different three fillers; Graphite, Lead, and Boron Nitrided Nanopowder prepared with the same filler content. Transmitted neutrons were detected …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 59–68 Read article
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Effect of Zr, Fe Mono, Bimetallic Nanoparticles on the Electronic Properties of PVA/PVP Polymer blend
Abstract: AbstractThis paper describes the environmentally friendly production of polymer blend nanocomposites (PBNCs) made of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) and polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) and embedded with Zirconium(ZrO2), Iron (Fe2O3), and Zirconium-Iron (Zr-Fe), mono and bimetallic nanoparticles (NPs). FTIR spectroscopy was used to investigate the blend's development, interaction between polymers and nanoparticles, interactions between polymers and one another, and the impact of nanoparticles on interactions within PVA/PVP blend nanocomposites. With the addition of nanoparticles …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 72–80 Read article
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Air Conditioning System by Using Four Wheeler Vehicle Suspension
Abstract: Now a day we have required fuel efficient car. But the engine of the cars is not efficient when the load on car is high. For this purpose we have reduce the load on engine that is to run the AC and Compressor. Instead of engine power we are used the suspension system for producing compressed air and AC effect Vice- Versa. Current air-conditioning systems can reduce the fuel economy …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Production of Renewable fuel from a high invasive risk native plant
Abstract: Petroleum has been the transportation fuel of choice for more than a century now, but it’s not the only fuel that can run our cars and trucks. Some of the most promising replacements for oil come from organic biomass, including crops such as corn, switch grass, eucalyptus, soybeans and algae, wood, the main sources for the renewable fuels in use today. Bioethanol and Biodiesel are the most widely used renewable …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Flexibility Analysis of Refinery Piping System
Abstract: Piping systems in downstream refineries and process plants experience a great thermal strain due to the difference between ambient and operating temperatures of process and utility fluid flowing through them. This thermal growth causes thermal stresses which leads to failure in piping components like flange leakage, deflection in piping, fractures at nozzle juncture and other fatal errors in piping system. Therefore, these piping structures must be flexible enough to support …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 53–59 Read article
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Comparative Study of Seismic Performance of Multistory Symmetrical RC Frame Structure with and Without Dampers
Abstract: This paper investigates the influence of friction dampers on the nonlinear seismic performance of multistory structure. The operational mechanism of these devices is that a large amount of energy inputting to the structure could be absorbed and the displacement of the structure is reduced. For this purpose, four types of frames are investigated with dampers at different locations. Three types of natural time histories are used for the nonlinear seismic …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Enhancing Seismic Resilience of a Nine-Storey Composite Column Building Through Base Isolation Techniques: A Comparative Analysis
Abstract: Earthquakes pose significant threats to both human lives and structures, necessitating thorough dynamic analysis for earthquake-prone buildings. Such analyses are crucial for designing earthquakeresistant structures that can withstand seismic forces. One effective strategy employed to mitigate the destructive effects of earthquakes is the implementation of base isolation techniques. Base isolation involves the installation of isolators and energy-absorbing devices beneath the building's superstructure, aiming to provide structural safety and enhance the …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 47–55 Read article
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Mechanical Behaviour of Conventional Concrete Using Fly Ash and Steel Fibre
Abstract: Concrete that area unit victimization with the waste materials, recycled materials etc. could be a revolutionary topic at this time of concrete business. This kind of concrete that resembles the traditional concrete, however the assembly or utilization of such concrete needs minimum quantity of energy and causes least hurt to atmosphere. This kind of concrete absorbs the waste product that is additionally useful for atmosphere aspects [1]. Some SCMs area …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Energy Efficiency Issues and D2D Technique in 5G Network
Abstract: AbstractThis paper includes the survey of need and issues/challenges faced for energy efficiency in 5G network and D2D technique to improve energy efficiency without compromising the user experience. Improving the energy efficiency is important part while designing a network. Energy efficient communication is required for energy constrained networks such as ad-hoc networks in which battery powered wireless system need to reduce energy usage. Cellular systems need to be energy efficient, …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Organic Material Based Device of VLSI :Solar Cell
Abstract: This focuses on one of the organic material-based devices of VLSI, which is Solar Cell, an electrical device that absorbs and converts the light energy precisely into electricity. This operates through the absorption of light which produces the pairs of electron-hole. After which it operates through the separation of charge carriers of the opposite one and lastly the separation of those carriers originates to a circuit. This covers the overall …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Study of the Effect of Saline Solution on the Extraction of the Tamarind Seed Extracts Active Coagulant for Textile Wastewater Treatment
Abstract: The use of synthetic coagulants is not regarded as suitable due to health and economic considerations. A new coagulant obtained through polymerization of tamarind seed extract has been characterized in the removal of dangerous dye pollutants. The present study was aimed to investigate the effects of tamarind seed extract as coagulant in treatment of textile wastewater. The coagulant prepared was employed for the removal of sludge at the different doses. …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 35–39 Read article
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Fiber-Reinforced Cement Mortar for Brick Masonry
Abstract: Masonry construction has some advantages in comparison to reinforced concrete and steel construction. Masonry buildings are widely used for housing construction not only in India but in many parts of the world. These advantages are thermal comfort, sound control, possibility of addition and alterations after construction, less form work, easy and inexpensive repair, use of locally available material, need of less skilled labor and less engineering intervention, etc. Seismic resistance …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 7–10 Read article
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Study of the Effect of Saline Solution on the Extraction of the Acacia Gum Active Coagulant for Textile Wastewater Treatment
Abstract: The use of synthetic coagulants is not regarded as suitable due to health and economic considerations. A new coagulant obtained through polymerization of acacia gum extract has been characterized in the removal of dangerous dye pollutants. The present study was aimed to investigate the effects of acacia gum as coagulant in treatment of textile wastewater. The coagulant prepared was employed for the removal of sludge at the different doses. The …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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A Review on Magnetorheological Fluids and its Stabilization Techniques
Abstract: AbstractMagnetorheological fluids are fluids which can alter its physical and rheological properties in response to an external magnetic field. They find many applications in shock absorbers, semi-active dampers, clutches, brakes, haptic actuators and devices. The rheological properties of these fluids can be altered using additives in the fluid composition and hence, the limitations due to settling tendency can be reduced to an extent. Hence, a detailed study on stabilization of …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 13–22 Read article
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A Review on Design of Radiant Cooling Concept with Room Floor and Walls
Abstract: AbstractRadiant cooling is concept in which room temperature is maintained by the radiant effect of pipe which contain cold or hot flowing water, with lower or higher temperature than its surroundings. Heat or cold will be absorbed by the flowing water of pipes. This system uses building floors, walls or ceilings for the installation of radiant pipes. In the research work, it is aimed to design an effective pipe design …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Electrical Data Monitoring, Controlling and Power Factor Correction Using PIC18F458
Abstract: Nowadays, the power quality of the AC system has become of great importance due to the rapidly increased in electronic equipment, power electronics devices and high voltage power system equipment. Commercial and domestic industries in the country have large electrical loads which are generally inductive in nature causing lagging power factor which gives high penalties to the consumer by electricity board. Power factor correction is the absorbing capacity of the …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Prediction of Transformer Oil Parameters Using UV/VIS Spectroscopy Graphs
Abstract: AbstractUltraviolet–visible rays (UV/VIS) spectroscopy is a method based on a spectrum, which forms a graph between radiations absorbed by the material and the wavelength of the radiations. UV/VIS spectroscopy is able to tell the impurities or decay contents present in any sample material. In this paper, we have used data collected from various tests performed on the transformer oil samples and compared these results with the UV/VIS spectroscopy results. This …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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Evaluation of Tensile Properties of Waste Cornhusk Fibre Reinforced Epoxy Composite
Abstract: Composite materials are generally used in various manufacturing and construction applications around the globe. Properties like lightweight, fatigue resistant, effortlessly moldable makes composites a favorable material for various applications. Composites meet various design requirements with important factor of weight reduction of the part or the product to be manufactured. This lighter materials are nowadays preferred over the conventional materials as they are helpful in absorbing the impact load and vibrations. …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 22–24 Read article