Search
1362 articles for “performance testing”
-
Design and Development of a Pressure Measurement and Calibration Device for Use in Compression Therapy to Treat and Prevent Venous Ulcers
Abstract: Compression uses a combination of constricting clothing, bandages, or wraps to press against the skin and reduce swelling. By reducing the amount of fluid that accumulates in the affected area, tissue damage can be prevented or minimized. Compression therapy is a fundamental treatment for the root cause of venous ulcers and for preventing their recurrence. Various systems for implementing compression are available to suit individual patient needs and improve adherence …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 23–33 Read article
-
Experimental Investigation of Micro-Hardness & Tribological Behavior of Composite Coating for Wear Resistance Application
Abstract: The author effectively created a composite coating with enhanced durability utilizing the HVOF technique in this investigation. The automobile business has encountered fierce worldwide rivalry, rapid technical breakthroughs, and strict regulatory regulations in recent year.. Producers of lubricants, gasoline additives, and worldwide original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are striving to address the difficulties presented by changing consumer preferences and emerging energy conservation and environmental protection regulations. We have successfully created and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1097–1103 Read article
-
A Comprehensive Study Utilizing Patterned Fabric Images and Detection Techniques with OpenCV and Edge Detection
Abstract: This project offers a comprehensive overview of recent advancements in autonomous fabric failure detection methods, a critical aspect of quality control in the textile industry. Detecting flaws in fabric is an increasingly vital automation challenge. The project evaluates the effectiveness of a proposed method by analyzing patterned fabric images featuring typical flaws. The performance of the proposed approach is assessed across various types of fabric flaws. Additionally, the project tests …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
-
Design and Construction of Solar Still-Solar Water Heater Hybrid for Small Scale Application
Abstract: AbstractSolar still-solar water heater hybrid for small scale application has been designed and constructed and tested in this study. The construction began with designing and developing isolated units of single-slope solar still, solar water heater and water storage tank separately. These were then coupled together to form the hybrid system. To test its efficacy, the hybrid was subjected to perform distillation alongside a conventional type single-slope solar still of the …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 11–16 Read article
-
Performance of Semantic Fluency tasks in Swahili-English Bilinguals
Abstract: AbstractVerbal fluency tests i.e. Semantic fluency tasks- are a neurophysiological test of verbal functioning, providing information on multiple cognitive processes used by an individual. Literature has shown that is it still unresolved as to if bilinguals show a specific linguistic disadvantage or advantage over certain cognitive processes in such tasks. This study aims to determine the performance of verbal fluency tasks i.e. semantic tasks amongst native primary language, Swahili (L1) …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
-
Mechanical Behavioral Analysis of Sugarcane Bagasse, Coconut Fiber and Kevlar Fiber Reinforced Composite with Micrographs
Abstract: Asbestos and alloys are materials that are frequently used as brake pads; however, because these materials pose risks to human health and the environment, including lung cancer, it is necessary to replace the materials used in brake pads. In place of the current brake pads, composite fibers such as kevlar, sugarcane bagasse, and coconut are studied in this study. The procedure of manually laying up composite molding is used to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 282–296 Read article
-
Software Testing and Assessment Measure for Fuzzy Logic
Abstract: Software testing is an important part of software development which is performed to support and enhance reliability and quality of software. It consists of estimating testing effort, selecting suitable test team, designing test cases, executing the software with those test cases and examining the results produced by these methods. This paper proposes fuzzy based approach for finding out the complexity weight based on requirement. Based on the weight, this paper …
Published in Journal of Software Engineering Tools & Technology Trends · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 7–14 Read article
-
Determining the Best Long-Term Luting Cement for Implant Retained Prosthesis Based on Bond Strength and Surface Integrity
Abstract: Implant-retained prostheses play a crucial role in modern dentistry, necessitating reliable luting cements to ensure their longevity and functionality. This study aimed to determine the best long-term luting cement for implant-retained prostheses based on bond strength and surface integrity. The success of implant-retained prostheses relies heavily on the quality of the luting cement used to secure the restoration to the implant abutment. The investigation will employ a series of standardized …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 119–129 Read article
-
Comparison of High and Low Temperature Properties of Dual Modified Asphalt Binders with Polyphosphoric Acid and Polymer Modified Bitumen using Rheological Tests
Abstract: The main objective of this study was to investigate the properties of asphalt binder mixtures at both high and low temperatures. To achieve this, two types of admixtures were selected and combined, resulting in a technology known as dual modified asphalt binders. Extreme temperatures during summer and winter can lead to significant issues such as cracking and rutting in asphalt binder pavement. In order to address these problems, a comprehensive …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 23–34 Read article
-
Hybrid DL-ML Approach for Android Malware Detection
Abstract: The widespread growth of Android malware has become a significant mobile security threat during the past few years thus requiring the development of strong detection solutions. The primary tool applied in this research for Android malware detection consists of app permissions. The main indicator in the dataset for identifying malicious and benign applications functions through displaying application permission information. The evaluation of particular permission relationships with malware behavior leads to …
Published in Journal Of Network security · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 18–25 Read article
-
Investigation on The Effect of Carbon Fiber Reinforcement on The Mechanical and Physical Properties of FDM 3d Printed PLA
Abstract: In this work, the effects of annealing on the physical properties and mechanical behavior of short-carbon-fiber-reinforced polylactic acid (CF/PLA) composites made using fused deposition modeling (FDM) are systematically investigated. Pristine PLA and CF/PLA composites with 10% fibers have been made and evaluated in accordance with ASTM standards. Tensile, bending, and hardness tests were used to evaluate the performance of as-received and annealed composites. The tensile and hardness properties of PLA …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 284–298 Read article
-
The Role of Tobacco Consumption in Oral Cancer Incidence in Punjab and Haryana
Abstract: Background: Oral cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in India, especially in the northern regions, like the states of Punjab and Haryana, where the prevalence of tobacco consumption, smoking, and smokeless forms, is high. Nevertheless, the specific contribution of different types of tobacco and other risk factors related to oral cancer occurrence in these populations has been poorly investigated. The purpose of this investigation is to …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 30–36 Read article
-
Prediction of Mechanical Properties for Advanced Engineering Applications utilizing Polymer Composite Materials by Machine Learning
Abstract: Polymer composites show great promise as engineering materials because of their mechanical performance, resistance to corrosion, lightweight nature, and adaptability in design. Aerospace, automotive, biomedical, maritime, and civil engineers all rely on mechanical property prediction to cut down on trial expenses, expedite product development, and optimize material selection. Speedy design optimization is not possible using traditional numerical and experimental methods due to the high costs associated with material characterisation, computational …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1258–1284 Read article
-
Experimental Study and Comparative Analysis of Fly Ash, GGBS, and Silica Fume in Nominal Concrete and Ternary Blended M25 Concrete
Abstract: This study examines the effects of partially substituting 30% of cement by weight with ternary supplemental cementitious materials (TSCMs) with mix proportions of M1, M2, and M3. These materials include fly ash (10%,15%,15% in M1, M2, and M3), ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS) (10%,8%,10% in M1, M2, and M3), and silica fume SF (15%,10%,5% in M1, M2, and M3) on the mechanical and durability properties of M25 grade concrete …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 43–50 Read article
-
Thermal and Thermoelectric Generation Using Geothermal Energy Extraction Through Cogeneration System
Abstract: The manuscript has focused on the evaluation of the improvement of energy efficiency in using geothermal energy for heat and electricity generation through additional thermoelectric production to conventional heat transfer processes. The proposed system uses Peltier rings made up of a serial and parallel Peltier cells grouping, as part of the upward and downward ducts that connect the geothermal heat exchanger and the surface heating system. The new system can …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 58–71 Read article
-
Advance green fiber reinforced thermosetting composites for reliable assistive device fabrication
Abstract: The biodegradable green fibers derived from natural plants are abundantly available and are currently considered as potential reinforcements. Present study aims at investigating the mechanical properties of green jute fiber reinforced thermoset composites as possible alternatives to the inorganic glass fiber reinforced prosthetic assistive device. Continuous green jute fiber are treated with sodium hydroxide and acetic acid, and then added to epoxy and polyester at varying fiber loadings to produce …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
-
Quality Control Study for Piston Rings: A Case Study
Abstract: The manufacturing consideration in the contact shaped by the piston ring has attracted plenty of attention over many decades, not least indicated by the huge no. of articles published on this topic in recent years.The modern manifesting concept is more like a protective kind and addresses the need for a manufacturing organization to produce efficiently and effectively. Today's manufacturing id highly challenging and it tests an organization's ability to perform …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–8 Read article
-
A Novel Development for Vapor Phase Alkylation of Aniline Processed with Clay, Oxides and Zeolite
Abstract: Vapour phase catalytic alkylation of aniline with ethanol is carried out over new catalysts including clay (attapulgite, and bentonite), metal oxides (Fe2O3 impregnated on attapulgite, and Fe2O3 + GeO2 supported on attapulgite) and zeolites (ZSM–5) in a down flow reactor. The reaction conditions viz temperature, molar ratio (aniline/ethanol) and catalyst lead to both C– and N–alkylation, with highest conversion of aniline to ethanol at 370°C temperature and 1:6 molar ratio …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–8 Read article
-
A Cuckoo Search based Approach for Solving Standard Cell Placement Problem
Abstract: The standard cell placement (SCP) is an NP complete problem in VLSI layout which focuses on placing the cells at appropriate locations so as to minimize the resultant wirelength. The standard cell placement is one of the significant phases in VLSI circuit design. Many heuristic approaches have been developed in literature to solve this problem. The paper presents an efficient nature-inspired meta-heuristic algorithm for solving the standard cell placement problem …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–7 Read article
-
Finding optimal solutions for an economic load dispatch problem considering thermal, solar and wind power plants by using salp swarm and northern goshawk optimization algorithms
Abstract: This paper proposes a new variant of the traditional economic load dispatch (NELD) problem. Unlike traditional economic load dispatch (TELD), generating sources in NELD are diversified with different types, including thermal, wind, and solar power plants. The reduction of total fuel consumption from thermal power plants is the main objective of this study. The Salp swarm algorithm and Northern Goshawk optimization are utilized to find the optimal solution for NELD. …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–11 Read article