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685 articles for “manufacturing process”
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Parametric Optimization of Tool Wear Rate in Side Flushing form of Die Sink EDM of EN-31 Die Steel
Abstract: Electrical discharge machining (EDM) is one of the most extensively used non-conventional material removal processes for manufacturing geometrically complex or hard material parts that are extremely difficult to machine by conventional machining process. EDM researchers have concentrated on achieving faster and more efficient metal removal rate coupled with a reduction in tool wear and improved surface characteristics. In this paper, the operating performance measures of side flushing type of electrical …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 72–80 Read article
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Implementation of Value Stream Mapping in Food Industry
Abstract: In present market firms are contemplating for enhancing their efficiency, item value, maximize utilization of their resources and to do so company needs lean manufacturing. Value stream mapping (VSM) can be recognized as critical instrument of lean manufacturing as it helps companies to identify wastes occurs in their processes and provides an approach to eliminate them. VSM helps industries maximize their available resources and helps to make efficient use of …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Comparative Experimental Investigation of Infill Pattern and Infill Density on Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Process Characteristics of Polylactic Acid (PLA)
Abstract: Additive manufacturing is the potential and emerging technology widely being used to produce quality products with complicated profiles and customized features. Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) process, a type of additive manufacturing technology using filament made of thermoplastic which is melted and subsequently extruded through nozzle. The main input process parameters of FDM are wall thickness, infill density, layer height, bed temperature, layer thickness, infill pattern, nozzle temperature etc. In this …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 335–345 Read article
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Optimizing PLA Filament Production for Enhanced 3D Printing Performance
Abstract: This research explores the optimization of polylactic acid (PLA) filament production to improve its performance in 3D printing applications. PLA is a widely used biodegradable polymer known for its eco-friendliness and ease of processing in additive manufacturing. The study investigates various parameters affecting PLA filament production, including material purity, extrusion temperature, filament diameter consistency, and cooling methods. Furthermore, the research evaluates how these fabrication parameters influence the printability of PLA …
Published in International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Formability analysis of steel and copper based alloy sheet by using Erichsen Cupping Test Machine
Abstract: Metallic material formability study is critical in a variety of industrial areas, including automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. The present study aims to investigate the formability properties of steel and copper-based alloy sheets using the Erichsen cupping test machine, an established technique for evaluating sheet metal formability. The process involves manufacturing identical steel and copper-based alloy specimens and subjecting them to the Erichsen cupping test. The test determines the maximum deformation …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 12, 2023 · pp. 49–57 Read article
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Automatic Ball Element Feed Mechanism for Ball Bearing Assembly
Abstract: Bearings are one of the mostly used machine parts. Their rolling motion makes mostly all movements easier and they help in reducing friction. Industries manufacture many types of bearings, each used for different purpose. Bearing manufacturing companies are mostly semi-automatic or automatic. Now days all bearing companies minimize the maximum establishing cost and running cost for their unit. For reduction of both costs they must choose best method and process …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Sustainable Water Management in Engineering: Identifying Causes and Implementing Solutions
Abstract: Water is a vital resource in engineering applications, underpinning processes in manufacturing, construction, power generation, and environmental systems. Unsustainable water consumption and waste, however, present serious problems, such as resource depletion, environmental damage, and higher operating expenses. This paper explores the causes of water waste in the engineering sector, such as inefficient processes, aging infrastructure, and inadequate wastewater management, alongside the impacts on economic performance and ecological balance. To address …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 9–26 Read article
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Unlocking the Potential of Industry 5.0: Increased Productivity, Customization, and Sustainability
Abstract: Building on the tenet of Industry 4.0, Industry 5.0 signifies a paradigm shift in manufacturing and processes in industry while bringing fresh approaches for sustainable production and human-machine interactions. This paper examines the technological drivers, potential benefits, and challenges associated with implementing Industry 5.0 frameworks. Through analysis of current literature and emerging case studies, we explore how advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and the Internet of Things are …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Robotics and Automation Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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Analyze the Value Stream Mapping for Lead Time Reduction by Lean: A Review
Abstract: Toyota started practicing TPS (Toyota Production System) since 1950, successfully. Due to success of TPS, many companies across the world started using the same. Later in 1990s, Womak and Jones gave the name it as a lean manufacturing. Lean manufacturing is now one of the most powerful manufacturing systems in the competitive world. Numerous organizations around the world have implemented and adopted it to enhance their productivity through reduction and …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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A Review of Embodied Energy Strategies to reduce the carbon emissions in Sustainable Buildings
Abstract: Buildings in India account for almost one-fifth of the nation's carbon emissions, making it the third- largest carbon emitter globally. These emissions are expected to climb by 50% over the next 20 years, which is the biggest increase of any nation. You would have to go into a jungle to avoid concrete, steel, and aluminium since they are so common. Just these three substances are responsible for 23% of the …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Design and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 18–27 Read article
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Fabrication and Characterization of Almond Skin Powder Reinforced PLA Based Composite Filaments for Fused Filament Fabrication
Abstract: Researchers around the globe are increasingly utilizing recycling methods to address waste generated from polymers, spurred by the dire need to deal with environmental challenges promoting sustainable practices. Polymers are having highly-stable long-chain polymer structure which makes it difficult to degrade easily posing many environmental and health challenges, hence, recycling of the polymers is the sole method to mitigate harmful effects. However, there has been relatively little focus on producing …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 530–539 Read article
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Influence of Static Sequences on the Thermal Behavior of Eco-Friendly Pineapple/Ramie Composites
Abstract: The increasing demand for sustainable and environmentally responsible materials has driven the exploration of natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites as potential alternatives to conventional synthetic materials. Among various natural fibers, pineapple leaf fiber (PALF) and ramie fiber are notable for their complementary characteristics—PALF offers excellent insulating behavior and lightweight structure, while ramie provides high thermal stability and strength. In the field of Eco-friendly composite product manufacturing, the processing temperature holds significant …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 732–742 Read article
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Machine Learning Optimization for VARTM Carbon Polymer Laminates
Abstract: Vacuum-assisted resin transfer moulding (VARTM) is a key low-cost, out-of-autoclave process for manufacturing large-scale carbon-fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) laminates crucial to aerospace wings, wind-turbine blades, marine hulls, and automotive structures. Unpredictable resin flow often leads to voids, dry spots, and race-tracking defects, resulting in 27.9% scrap rates and lengthy, costly trial-and-error design cycles. Although surrogate models provide rapid impregnation predictions for simple flat-plate geometries, vision-based monitoring is limited to idealized …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 229–245 Read article
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Rheological Studies of a Cross-Linked Polymer Gel System
Abstract: The petroleum accumulations are found associated with water and it is rarely obtained without accompanying water production. Water production is a major technical, environmental, and economic challenge associated with oil and gas extraction. Rheological findings are of fundamental importance for the development, manufacture and processing of innumerable products. Polymeric gels exhibit a wide range of rheological properties and they are stable both mechanically and thermally in most cases thus are …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 13–26 Read article
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Assessment of Acoustic Noise Generated from Machines in a Mechanical Workshop Using 1-Octave Band Frequency Analysis
Abstract: Acoustic noise is one of the prominent occupational health hazards, particularly in manufacturing and process industries. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause noise induced hearing loss of the exposed personnel. Limiting the exposure to noise intensity within its permissible exposure limit is adopted as one of the administrative control measures to reduce the risk of hearing loss. However, frequency specific assessment of occupational noise exposure is limited. Here, we …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Optimization of Machining Process Parameters in Hard Turning of AISI D3 Tool Steel
Abstract: Machining operation is still irrefutably vital process in manufacturing, that involves complex relation of input parameters (like cutting speed, feed rate, depth of cut, nature of cooling, etc.) to output parameters (like surface finish, tool life, tool wear, machining time, machining cost, etc.). Numerous efforts were noticed in literature, to relate these parameters with each other so as to implement cost effective machining with least efforts. This paper presents one …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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Utilizing Machine Learning to Predict the Dimensional Variation of Shafts Printed using Fused Deposition Modeling
Abstract: With the onset of the fourth industrial paradigm, additive manufacturing techniques are coming to the forefront in mechanical engineering domain. The technological burgeoning of additive manufacturing, particularly 3-D printing, has observed substantial growth in rapid prototyping, functional part manufacturing, and tooling because it has significantly reduced the manufacturing costs and processing time. One of the most commonly used techniques of additive manufacturing is Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM), examining and controlling …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 41–46 Read article
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Optimizing Die Corner Radius of Deep Drawing Die
Abstract: The process of deep drawing plays a vital role in the production process of different parts in various process environments. Even though there is lot of variations in the production of parts during deep drawing with conventional processes to the latest automations in the manufacturing. There is a need to develop different die designs by varying input processes parameters for the deep drawing process in an optimum manner. The objective …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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Crystallization Kinetics and Morphological Shifts in Polylactic Acid/Nanocellulose Blends Under Isothermal Melt Conditions
Abstract: The great potential of polylactic acid as a sustainable biopolymer for packaging, biomedical materials, and additive manufacturing, polylactic acid's slow crystallization kinetics during melt processing causes it to be poorly crystallized, thermally weak, and mechanically underperforming. Crystallization models of PLA/nanocellulose blends have been limited to isothermal melt crystallization kinetics and the resulting morphological changes. The phenomena discussed in this work are systematically explored by melt compounding of polylactic acid with …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Multi Objective Optimization of Weld Bead Geometry Parameters of Pulsed Current Micro Plasma Arc Welded Inconel 625 Using Enhanced Non-dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm
Abstract: Pulsed Current Plasma Arc Welding (PCPAW) is one of the most widely used welding processes in sheet metal manufacturing industry. In any fusion arc welding process, the weld bead geometry plays an important role in determining the mechanical properties of the weld and hence, quality of the weld. Moreover, the geometry of weld bead involves several simultaneously multiple quality characteristics such as front width, back width, front height and back …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 17–24 Read article