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RF Based 3-Axis Robotic Arm using MEMS
Abstract: This 3-axis MEMS accelerometer are used in various applications like human–machine interactive games; for this application, hand gesture problem is used. This setup includes a number of 3-axis accelerometers on fingers and back of the palm to measure dynamic and static gestures, a programmable microcontroller to detect hand postures of American Sign Language and send them to a host via serial communication and analog multiplexer. The apparatus consists of sensors …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Comparison of Flow Process Values for Different PID Controller Techniques
Abstract: The main objective of this paper is to find the best and suitable controller that can be applied for a flow process in a real system. The flow process is done in a cylindrical tank of cascade system. The search of PID controller is done by the steps of acquiring transfer function from the real time open loop response and invoking it to the various tuning techniques of PID controller …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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Design Optimization of a Micro Wind Turbine
Abstract: Nation’s economic health depends on Industrialization. For the growth of Industrial sector i.e. in turn that of society, adequate uninterrupted electric power is essential. Conventional fuel sources are limited and hence the whole world is searching for proper renewable energy sources. Out of many renewable energy sources (Solar, wind, waves etc.) wind energy is offering substantial contribution today. Although, according to Betz’s limit, only 59% energy conversion (i.e. efficiency) can …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Green Energy Assisted Four Wheels Electric Vehicle With Variable Speed Control
Abstract: AbstractPeople across the globe are suffering from pollution in daily life. It cannot be stopped completely but can be decreased. Automobile industries are always in search to make more environment friendly technologies for vehicles. Introduction of electric vehicles is one of the major steps to support ecofriendly technologies. Addition of solar energy is one of the initiates. Green Energy assisted vehicle creates a new era of engineering innovation to provide …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Graphene for Next Generation Green Electronics-A Sustainable Future
Abstract: The amount of e-waste or electronic waste is increasing worldwide due to the rapid development of the electronics industry and the profound usage of electronic products although it has enormous detrimental effects on the environment and humans. It has become an evolving problem due to a lack of knowledge and infrastructure for e-waste disposal and recovery. Researchers around the world are in search of environment-friendly, sustainable ‘green electronic’ material which …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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Improvement of Sand Subgrade Soil Strength with Geogride Reinforcement
Abstract: The quality and life of pavement is greatly affected by the type of sub-grade, sub base and base course materials. The most important of these are the type and quality of sub-grade soil. But in Iraq most of the flexible pavements are needed to be constructed over weak and problematic sub-grade. Flexible pavements constructed on weak subgrade with low California bearing ratio (CBR) are required to increase its total thickness. …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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A systematic review on computer usage among employees and its impact on musculoskeletal disorders
Abstract: AbstractAn insight into occupational stress enlightens on both contributing factors as well as their management. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are prevalent across a wide range of occupations, accounting for 42 - 58% of all work-related disorders. Computer users, in particular suffer from poor working postures often resulting in MSDs. This review article examines the prevalence and risk factors for MSDs amongst them. Remedial measures for combating stress and musculoskeletal problems have …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 43–54 Read article
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Noise Sources, Exposure, health effects and Control in Iron & Steel Foundry
Abstract: Foundries are one of the oldest industries and the most basic of all metallurgical processes, with two main procedures performed in a foundry: molding and metal casting. Workers are exposed to a wide range of hazardous compounds in the workplace due to the variety of materials and procedures performed in this industry, which can lead to chronic exposure to hazardous substances (physical and chemical). Noise is a major physical hazard …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Numerical Simulation of Hybrid GSA Based Optimal Power Flow for Multi Objective Optimization Strategy
Abstract: Restricted nonlinear optimization in electric power systems engineering is a topic of Optimal Power Flow (OPF) that has been extensively investigated. It has been a long and remarkable history for the OPF, which was founded in the 1960s, of research and publication. Newcomers to OPF research face a challenging undertaking since there is so much information available and because OPF's popularity within the electric power systems community has prompted authors …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Automatic Fire Fighter Robot
Abstract: A fire occurrence is a catastrophe that may result in human casualties, property loss, and victimlifelong injury. They may also experience ongoing psychological distress and trauma. Fire fighters aregenerally responsible for responding to fire emergencies, but they frequently face greater hazardswhen putting out fires, particularly in dangerous locations like nuclear power plants, oil refineries, andgas tanks. They must search through building rubble and obstructions in order to put out the …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 30–39 Read article
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Soldiers Security System using Arduino
Abstract: AbstractIn today’s era enemy’s warfare is imp factor in our nation’s security, and soldiers play a vital role in it. Soldiers is one of the most imp aspects of any country, they have a responsibility of whole nation so the security of soldiers is considered as an most imp role. It’s our duty to equip soldiers with better advanced technology. There are many concerns regarding the safety of soldier and …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Short Experimental Report on Lithographic Technique in Microfluidics
Abstract: In this experimental work, a single SU-8 based glass microfluidic device is fabricated by the maskless lithography and indirect bonding technique. The sealing by indirect bonding technique is perform during the hard baking in maskless lithography. Dyed ethylene glycol is prepared as the working liquid. A CMOS camera catching 25 frames per second with a corresponding time-scale resolution of 0.04 second is used to record the surface-driven microfluidic flow of …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Effect of Magnetic Field on Casting Parameters
Abstract: AbstractThe casting process is one of the oldest manufacturing methods involving squeezing / jolting the green sand used as moulding material, and further was developed with use of binders such as clay/organic resins. The constants search for newer moulding material lead to the magnetic mould involving steel shots and application of magnetic field. The preliminary trials on one of the process parameters i. e. Magnetic field was carried out and …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Bioplastics: Their Advantages and Concerns
Abstract: It is now well-known that plastic is everywhere you go. Plastic is characterized with threats to humanity and ecosystem. It contributes significant amount of greenhouse gases which trigger climate change, it accumulates and harm the animals and plants. Thus, there is need to search for an alternative plastic form to displace the conventional plastics. Presently, bioplastic is the identified possible alternative to conventional plastics at hand. The objective of this …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Use of PIC16f877/874 in Pneumatically Powered Net Gun
Abstract: It is critical to have capture crews who understand wild animal behaviour. This allows for captures without excessive chase time as well as fast and efficient processing. Animals that have been subjected to long and stressful chases before capture or that have been subjected to harassment and lengthy restraint and processing experiences are more likely to suffer health complications. Biological data will often be unusable. Animals may disperse in search …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Density and Interaction Data for Lutetium-Yttrium Ortho-Aluminate- Based Scintillation Crystals for Gamma-ray Spectroscopy and Imaging
Abstract: The density values of (LupY1-p) AP scintillators based on the results of a literature survey have been found strongly positively linearly correlated to the value of the parameter p, that represents the ratio of lutetium vs. yttrium oxides content by weight. Two cases of serious lack of information have been investigated to search reliable data. Further studies are in progress aimed at inferring possible unknown compositions by using the data …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–9 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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Role of Filler-Polymer Interface on the Thermal Conductivity in Polymer Composites
Abstract: Polymers with high thermal conductivity are the need of modern technologies due to their robustness, cost-effective, and less corrosiveness. However, bare polymers are not good heat-conductors due to their molecular structures, and their non-metallic properties. Therefore, metallic fillers of different shape and size have been used to enhance the thermal conductivity in polymer-composites. However, there has been search of best geometrical fillers which can maximize the thermal conductivity effectively with …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 53–70 Read article
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PSO Based Design and Analysis of Hybrid Optimization Technique using DC-DC converter with MPPT Technique
Abstract: The power voltage trademark curve of photovoltaic (PV) exhibits has several tops under fractional circumstances; The PV model worked at most extreme power gives more effectiveness. With the goal that the MPPT is used. The current Greatest Limit Point Following (MPPT) control strategies might neglect to work. However, the particle swarm optimization (PA) algorithm is more suitable for solving many serious optimization problems. Then this paper proposes a new algorithm …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 9–18 Read article
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Improved Prediction of Fluid Contacts using Calibrated Material Balance Models
Abstract: The demand for oil has been on the high in the recent past and will continue as search for sustainable alternative energy sources intensifies. The exploration and exploitation of oil from subsurface reservoirs have posed several environmental challenges which include flaring and improper water disposal to name a few, caused by excessive production of gas and water. Hence, it is important to establish a reservoir performance monitoring scheme that will …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 25–36 Read article