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121 articles for “Z-Transform”
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Zoom Based Image Super-Resolution: Using Two Level DWT as Feature Model
Abstract: AbstractIn this paper we present an algorithm of super-resolution (SR) imaging to reconstruct high-resolution (HR) image from sequence of low-resolution (LR) images of static scene captured at the different camera zoom factor. The resultant HR image is constructed at the resolution of the most zoomed LR image. In the proposed approach algorithm uses LR images of the static scene captured at three distinct zoom-factors. Learning based SR technique is used …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 95–105 Read article
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Enhanced Sustainable Concrete Mix Design Using LLMs and Advanced Machine Learning Techniques
Abstract: Large Language Models (LLMs) are emerging as transformative tools in materials science, offering human-like reasoning, zero-shot problem solving, and the ability to integrate fuzzy laboratory knowledge with structured data. This study extends and reinterprets the original systematic benchmark for using LLMs in sustainable concrete design, particularly for Alkali-Activated Concrete (AAC). We introduce an enhanced, multi-model framework combining LLM-based inverse design, Random Forest regression, Gaussian Process Regression (GPR), and a lightweight …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 26–33 Read article
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Evaluation of Inhibition Effect of Nanohybrid Curcumin (Cur-ZnO) and Cur-free Against Some Types of Bacteria
Abstract: This study aimed to prepare an efficient nanohybrid food preservative by loading curcumin on zinc oxide. The prepared compound was characterized using microscopy and spectral methods. Fourier transform infrared spectrum of the nanohybrid curcumin showed a shift in the frequencies of some chemical groups towards high and low frequencies. X-ray diffraction (XRS) spectrum also revealed the emergence of new diffraction planes in the nanohybrid compound, Compared with the carrier spectrum …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 68–79 Read article
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Geo AI-Powered Urban Footprints
Abstract: In the contemporary era, building footprints are of paramount importance for accurate and current inventories in the development of infrastructure and geospatial analysis. Traditional methods, relying on manual digitization, were largely unsustainable as the urban regions were growing rapidly. Manual digitization was expensive and lacked geometric precision. This paper introduces an automated, end-to-end GEO AI-powered framework for high-end fidelity building footprint extraction from Google Satellite Data. Our approach for this …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 17, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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A Sol-Gel Approach for the Fabrication of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and Their Nanocomposite with Urea Formaldehyde (UF)
Abstract: In the performed work, zinc oxide nanoparticles were synthesized via the sol-gel method using zinc sulphate as the precursor material. Urea-formaldehyde (UF) resin was employed as a polymer matrix to encapsulate the produced ZnO through an acid-catalyzed polymerization process. This encapsulation aimed to improve the dispersion stability and surface reactivity of ZnO within the polymeric medium. The synthesized materials were subjected to comprehensive characterization using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR), …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Acceptance of Islanding in Intelligent Grid
Abstract: At present, distributed generation has gained the high priority in the power industry. At present islanding perception is a big challenge with increased Distributed Generators (DG) in the electric utility sector. Local loads are provided by scattering generation in remote places when a portion of the decentralized network is electrically disconnected first from rest of the electricity network. This is referred to as the Islanding Condition. We used the time …
Published in Current Trends in Signal Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Doping of Cerium, Boron and Sulphur with ZnO Nanoparticles and their Impact on Lattice Parameters, Studied through UDM Model
Abstract: Un-doped and tri-doped ZnO nanoparticles were successfully synthesized by the simple sol-gel method. Tri-doped nanoparticles of ZnO were prepared by using Ce, B and S as a dopant in concentrations of 1, 2 and 4 wt% with respect to ZnO. The effect of Ce, B and S on the ZnO nanoparticles was investigated by using X-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) techniques against particles …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Minor Scandium - Zirconium Impacts on Aluminum-6 Magnesium Cast Alloys
Abstract: Minor additions of scandium and zirconium alloy can not only improve strength and fracture toughness of the Al–6 Mg alloys, but also transform the age hardening characteristics for structural applications. If this impact were substantial, the enriched Al–6 Mg castings could be a potent material for futuristic transport sector, looking to higher specific strength and abundant availability in Indian/ global scenario. This work reports the effect of scandium and zirconium …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 61–71 Read article
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Synthesis and characterization of mixed SnO2-ZnO Nano composites material to study the kinetics of catalytic reduction of Aromatic Nitro compounds
Abstract: A straightforward and cost-effective method was employed to synthesize zinc oxide (ZnO) nanostructures supported on tin oxide (SnO₂) for catalytic applications. This hybrid nanocomposite, formed by integrating ZnO with SnO₂, exhibited impressive catalytic activity in the reduction of various nitro compounds. The synergistic interaction between ZnO and SnO₂ significantly enhanced the surface area and active sites of the catalyst, thereby improving its overall efficiency. The resulting SnO₂-ZnO nanocomposite not only …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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A Review of Recent Advancements in Machine Learning and Deep Learning Approaches for Pet Diseases Prediction
Abstract: This systematic study assesses recent developments in Machine Learning (ML) and Deep Learning (DL) approaches to predict pet diseases. With the increasing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in pet healthcare, this study identifies recent research trends, limitations, and future directions. A comprehensive search was done using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines in selecting 20 relevant studies from over 300 articles published between 2020 and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Structural and Optical Properties of Nanocomposites of Polyethylene Oxide Embedded with Nano-ZNO
Abstract: Polymer nanocomposites have attracted significant attention in recent years owing to their unique properties and potential applications in a variety of fields. In this study, PEO-ZnO nanocomposites were prepared with different wt.% (5, 10 and 15) nano-ZnO particles incorporated into PEO matrix by a solution casting method. Structural and Optical properties of PEO-ZnO nanocomposites were studied. X-ray diffraction (XRD) studies suggest the incorporation of ZnO NPs into PEO matrix. The …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 586–600 Read article
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Synthesis And Application of Nano Zinc Oxide in Fabrication of Rubber Composites
Abstract: Nano zinc oxide (ZnO) has garnered significant attention in recent years due to its unique properties and potential applications in various fields. This paper discusses the synthesis of nano ZnO by precipitation method and characterizes them with various techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and Fourier Transform Infra-Red (FTIR) Spectroscopy and explores its application in the preparation of rubber composites. These synthesized particles were measured to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Novel Poly (Methyl Cellulose-G-Acrylamide)/Sodium Alginate Based Zeolite 4A Filled Mixed Matrix Membranes for The Separation of Water-Isopropyl Alcohol Mixtures by Pervaporation
Abstract: The Filled blend matrix membranes of (Methyl Cellulose-g-Acryl amide)/Sodium Alginate {(MC-g-AAm)/NaAlg} prepared via solution casting method by in situ incorporation with 4A zeolite particles in 5, 10 and 15 mass % with respect to the weight of (MC-g-AAm)/NaAlg membrane. Several analytical tools such as scanning electron microscope (SEM), atomic force microscope (AFM), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray powder diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and thermo-gravimetric analysis (TGA) were …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 131–152 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Effect of Laser Process Parameters and Heat Input on Hardened Bead Geometry and Power Density of ASTM Grade 3 Pure Titanium using CW Laser Beam
Abstract: This research paper presents the experimental study of laser process parameters and heat input on hardened bead profile of ASTM Grade 3 commercially pure titanium sheet of 1.5 mm thickness using 2kW CW Nd: YAG laser. The selected two laser process parameters are: (1). Low laser process parameter (LLPP): Laser Power (LP): 600 Watts, Scanning speed (SS): 2000 mm/min, Focused position (FP): -10 mm with heat Input (HI): 180 J/cm …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 42–52 Read article
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Performance Investigation on Fault Analysis in Power Transformer using Modified Fuzzy Controller
Abstract: This article presents the fault analysis and differential protection scheme of the three phase Power Transformers (PT). The proposed and designed relay operates mainly during the internal fault condition and it must be insensitive to any fault outside the zone of protection. In this paper, a designed and modified fuzzy logic controller based differential protection schemes have been used to product the system. The external and internal fault condition is …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 32–43 Read article
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Performance Analysis of a Three-DOF Piezoelectric Vibration Energy Harvester
Abstract: Mechanical vibration energy can be transformed into electrical energy by a vibration energy harvester, which can then be stored in the battery for later use. It can convert vibrational motions like walking, leaping, running, etc. into pure renewable energy. This can turn previously squandered energy into energy that can be used to recharge wireless sensors and portable electronics. If these gadgets are used widely, they can produce a lot of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 9, 2023 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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A Comparative Study of Zinc Oxide Nano Particles Synthesized by Hydrothermal, Sol-gel and Thermal Decomposition
Abstract: In the proposed work, Zinc oxide nano particles (ZnO NP's) are synthesized using three different methods: Hydrothermal, Sol-gel and Thermal decomposition. The samples are characterized using X- ray diffraction (XRD), UV visible spectroscopy (UV-Vis), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The XRD pattern exhibit single-phase polycrystalline nature of all the samples exhibiting the most intense peak at (101). The diffraction peaks are located at 31.80, 34.46, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 7, 2023 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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Assessment of Operational Productivity of Worker in Composing Industry by Micro and Memo Methodology in Casting Process
Abstract: The micro and memo movement is about the technique of recording and examining the timing of primary factors of an operation. The goal is to reach the exceptional approach of performing the operation. The micro and memo action crew of approach is based totally on the notion of dividing human activity. It is divided into actions or organizations of moves in accordance to the motive for which they are made. …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Blind Image Quality Assessment using NSS Approach in the DCT Domain
Abstract: We have develop an efficient model for improving image quality using IQA and NSS based on blind image Quality Assessment.This algorithm does computation for the parameters which user expect at output. The certain extracted features approach depends on a simple Bayesian inference model to dipict image quality scores. The project features are based on statistic scenes of discrete cosine transform for images. The resultant parameters of the model are used …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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T-π Network Simulation and Thevenin- Norton Equivalent Circuit Values From Laplace Description Using Pspice Software
Abstract: From the conversion methods of T-π (star-delta) for impedances circuits, the behavioral modeling of Pspice simulation program is used to obtain equivalent circuits using LAPLACE option. The conversions are verified for two types of circuits by obtaining AC values of voltages and currents at various nodes and branches using Pspice computer simulations. There are many ways of expressing Thevenin/Norton equivalent circuit parameters such as (a) as real numbers for pure …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 43–58 Read article