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Hybrid PV-PCM System to Increase Efficiency
Abstract: AbstractThis paper studies a hybrid design for the photovoltaic industry made up of a conventional photovoltaic panel and a Phase Change Material (PCM) to increase the efficiency of the panel as well as to generate thermal energy. The system has been based on thermal transfer from the PV panel to the PCM through direct contact, thus reducing the operating temperature of the panel and improving its efficiency. The system operates …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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A SIMULATION STUDY OF THE EFFICIENCY OF HIGH VOLTAGE α-Si STAND-ALONE PV INSTALLATIONS
Abstract: The paper analyzes different configurations, direct-PV, PV-battery, either with PWM or MPPregulator, and hybrid-PV, of stand-alone PV installation operating with high voltage α-Si panels thatsupplies energy to a DC-AC external circuit. Global efficiency is determined as a function of voltageconversion ratio and individual element efficiency. The paper concludes that direct-PV is the mostefficient mode with average performance ratio (PR) of 92.2% followed by PV-battery with MPPT,68.3% of efficiency, and PWM …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Simulation of a Renewable Energy Hybrid MicroHydro-Wind-PV-Solar System for Electric Generation
Abstract: This project is based on the development of a renewable energy hybrid tri-system made up of a photovoltaic device, a small wind turbine and a micro hydraulic turbine to generate electricity in places where these renewable energy resources are available. The system pursues the reduction of energy dependence on local electric network as well as the greenhouse gases emission. The project will be theoretically modelled and verified in a small …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 37–50 Read article
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Application of Heterogeneous Photo Catalyst for the Treatment of the Yamuna River Water in Presence of Sunlight
Abstract: Water pollution is a major threat in all developing countries including India. Also, water is facing a severe shortage problem all over the world. It has been predicted that by 2035, water shortage will be one of the most serious political and social issues in many developing countries. Being a basic necessity for life, water requires special attention for its conservation and/or treatment of wastewater. Although the degradation of all …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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IMPACT OF MASONRY INFILL WALLS ON THE SEISMIC RESPONSE OF G+7 REINFORCED CONCRETE BUILDING
Abstract: AbstractReinforced concrete [RC] frame structure with masonry infill walls are being widely used for various purposes such as multi-storied residential, commercial, buildings in the earthquake-prone area. For partition and external walls of building infill walls or panels are commonly used to fill the gap between beam and column frame.The present study investigates the influence of the infill walls on the seismic performance of the high rise reinforced concrete building prone …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Analysis and Assessment of Energy Saving in Building Construction Using Sustainable Building Materials: A Case Study
Abstract: Sustainable technology is associated with creating environment with the materials that are reproducible and would not involve materials and methods that encroach on to future needs of the society. Building materials, technologies and building practices have evolved through ages signifying quality and reliability. It is widely known that housing and building sector represents the living standards of society. Some of the building materials namely stone, mud, thatch, leaves and timber …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Strength and Durability of Concrete Cubes and Cylinders Wrapped with FRP
Abstract: Experimental were conduct on the distressed reinforced cement concrete compressive element and on the same after they have been retrofitted for rehabitation. Presently, FRP materials are also been started use in construction field in the form of wrapping to enhance the load carrying capacity, shear and flexural strength as well as ductility. This is an experiment based project which deals with strengthening and load deformation relationship of reinforced cement concrete. …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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Ranking of Relative Importance of Productivity Factors in Indian Construction Projects
Abstract: Productivity remains an intriguing subject and a dominant issue in the construction sector. Best performance is unachievable with poor productivity resulting in time over-run and consequently cost escalation of projects. Hence, productivity is of critical importance to the profitability of most construction projects and it is essential that attempts to be made to improve productivity. Any improvement in productivity cannot be achieved without understanding the factors that adversely affect productivity. …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 67–77 Read article
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Identifying Factors Leading to Cost Overrun in Construction Projects in Jordan
Abstract: The problem of cost overrun in construction industry is common worldwide and the construction industry in Jordan is no exception. The main objective of the study reported in this paper was to identify the causes of cost overrun in construction projects in Jordan. A comprehensive literature review from various sources was made to carry out the study. A questionnaire survey was conducted to find the causes of cost overrun related …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 25–33 Read article
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The Relationship between Motives and Benefits on Adopting QLASSIC–CIS 7:2006 in Malaysia Construction Industry
Abstract: This paper reviews on the building contractors motivating factors on adopting the newly imposed quality assurance initiative in Malaysia’s construction industry. The quality assurance initiative named Quality Assessment System in Construction (QLASSIC) – The Construction Industry Standard (CIS) – CIS 7:2006. It is introduced by the Construction Industry Development Board of Malaysia (CIDB). This QLASSIC system consists of a building construction standard where all the contractors must follow the specifications, …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 75–86 Read article
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Effect of Adaptation Gain in Model Reference Adaptive Control
Abstract: Normally, the conventional controllers are used to get desired response when noise and disturbances are there but they cannot give desired response when the system parameters change. Due to the disturbances or any external effects, the system parameters may change. Dynamical system may face this type of problem because its dynamics may change with time. So, adaptive control can be used for this type of problem. Adaptive controller has some …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Implementation of Closed Loop Control of Flow in Air Blower System Using PLC and SCADA
Abstract: The intention of this paper is to design and implement the closed loop control of air flow rate in the air blower system. Desired value of flow rate is provide from the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and actual value of flow rate is measured through the flow sensor. Based on the difference between actual and desired value of flow rate, PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) increases or decreases the …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 39–43 Read article
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Design of an Automatic Device Controller Based on Temperature Sensing by Using Verilog HDL Targeting an FPGA
Abstract: To get a single controller that is capable to produce some control signal depending on sensing temperature is getting popularities for industrial and home applications. In this paper uses an LM34 Precision Fahrenheit Temperature Sensor IC and an ADC0820 8-Bit, high-speed, µP-compatible flash A/D converter IC in order to design and implement the mentioned controller onto a SPARTANTM-II Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) by using DigilentTM Pegasus SPARTAN-II FPGA Board, …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 3, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 6–16 Read article
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Effect of Post Weld Heat Treatment on Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of P11 Weld: A Review
Abstract: Post weld heat treatment (PWHT) is a process of reducing residual stresses and enhancing material properties of any material after welding. The process depends on many parameters like type of material, thickness of material, PWHT temperature, soaking time, heating and cooling rate, etc. Post weld heat treatment is a process of material that could result detrimental effects on tensile strength, yield strength, impact toughness, hardness, elongation, etc. If the process …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 43–47 Read article
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Effect of PWHT Cycle on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of 1.25Cr-0.5Mo Weld
Abstract: Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) is a process of reducing residual stresses and enhancing material properties of any material after welding. The process depends on many parameters like type of material, the thickness of material, PWHT temperature, soaking time, heating and cooling rate, etc. The Post Weld Heat Treatment process of material could effect on tensile strength, impact toughness, hardness, microstructure, etc. If the Process of PWHT is performed incorrectly …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 7–16 Read article
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Modeling and Acoustic Analysis of Noise Vibration in Automotive Gearbox by Non-destructive Testing
Abstract: A gearbox is used for transferring power from the engine to the wheels. Predicting the vibration and noise radiation from a dynamic system like a gearbox gives designers an insight early in the design process. It was conducted experimental and modeling of vibration and noise for magnitude and pressure level variations in a Peugeot 206 automotive 5-speed gearbox. It was extract vibration data related to different periodic processing and then …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 54–63 Read article
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Vibration of Square Plate
Abstract: This paper presents a finite element mode FEA for a simply supported squire plate, one of the most important dynamic analyses is finite element analysis FEA in an area of the mechanical engineering. When there is no external force on the structure, The study is indicated the results of frequency for square plate while face applied force by two techniques each one is completely deferent from the another, first one …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2021 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Vibration Table for SMAW Welding
Abstract: The welding is the joining process and its joint quality and mechanical strengthbecome the necessities looking to the end application of the product. Welding defect like lack of penetration in welding is one of the critical defect and directly impacting the strength of joint and rejection. From the literature, it’s found that external controlled vibration is one of the solution for quality weld. The weld defect has beensignificantly minimize by …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Performance of Combined PV-Inverter System: Use of Amorphous and Crystalline Panels
Abstract: This paper is aimed at analyzing the performance of a combined PV-inverter system connected to an external load using either amorphous or crystalline photovoltaic modules. The analysis is based on previous theoretical analysis that uses the efficiency of the PV panel and of the DC/AC inverter as a key parameter. Different configurations using the same energy resource have been simulated to determine the efficiency of the PV panel, DC/AC inverter, …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 6–21 Read article
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Control System for Heat Generation in a Hybrid PV/T System
Abstract: The study analyzes the performance of a PV/T unit with a PCM attached to the rear side of the PV panel in direct contact. The unit works removing heat from the panel and using this heat for external applications. The PCM has a heat exchanger inserted to transfer heat removed from the PV panel and stored in the PCM to a water flow that circulates through the heat exchanger. The …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–16 Read article