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52 articles for “absorption coefficient”
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Pressure-Dependent Structural and Optical Properties of CdSe
Abstract: AbstractThe structural and optical properties of Cadmium Selenide (CdSe) compound is investigated in zinc blende phases under 0–30 GPa pressure using Density Functional Theory (DFT) with generalized gradient approximation (GGA) functional embodied in Wien2k code. At zero pressure, lattice constant and bulk modulus are found to be in good agreement with experimental and other theoretical works. Other than zero pressure, there is reduction in volume of unit cell according to …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Structural and Optical Properties of ZnSe under Pressure
Abstract: AbstractThe structural and optical properties of zinc selenide compound is investigated in zinc blende phases under 0-30 GPa pressure using density functional theory (DFT) calculations with generalized gradient approximation (GGA) embodied in Wien2k code. At zero pressure, lattice constant and bulk modulus are found to be in good agreement with experimental and other theoretical works. Other than zero pressure, there is a reduction in volume of the unit cell according …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Optimizing Mechanical and Durability Properties of Eco-Friendly Composite Materials Using Recycled Fillers and ML Techniques
Abstract: The increasing demand for sustainable construction materials has intensified the exploration of recycled fillers as partial or full replacements for natural aggregates in composite materials. This study investigates the mechanical and durability performance of polymer matrix composites incorporating processed recycled fillers derived from construction and demolition (C&D) waste. Three distinct processing methods were employed to prepare the recycled fillers: untreated (URF), single processed (SPRF), and double processed (DPRF), with replacement …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 269–309 Read article
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Theoretical Thermodynamic Investigation of Double Effect LiBr-H2O Vapour Absorption System Driven by Exhaust Gases of I.C. Engine and Simulated by EES Software
Abstract: Abstract This work presents a study of a Lithium Bromide-Water vapour absorption system used for automobile air conditioning system, this system using the exhaust waste heat of I.C. Engine. The effect of various parameters on coefficient of performance of Li-Br water vapour discussed. This study also illustrates various advantages of using VAS. The main purpose of this investigation is to explore the feasibility of using waste low grade energy driven …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of Forsterite Incorporated HDPE Composites for Microwave Substrate Application
Abstract: High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) combined with dispersed forsterite (Mg₂SiO₄) powder was utilized to fabricate polymer matrix composites (PMCs) aimed at high-frequency microwave substrate applications. Forsterite powders were synthesized using the mixed oxide method, and their phase purity was confirmed by X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis. The dispersion and morphology of the ceramic filler within the HDPE matrix were examined through Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), ensuring a homogeneous distribution essential for optimal …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 109–120 Read article
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Comprehensive Study on the Mechanical and Tribological Response of Waste Tyre Rubber–Natural Fiber Hybrid Epoxy Composites
Abstract: Research into the mechanical and tribological characteristics of Prosopis juliflora-fiber reinforced epoxy-matrix composites with recycled tyre rubber particles is the focus of this investigation. Making use of old tire rubber and bio-reinforcing with fibers from the common invasive plant Prosopis juliflora are the goals of the two-reinforcement techniques. The end goal is to produce long-lasting, cost-effective engineered composite materials with improved performance. A constant epoxy resin matrix was used to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 154–161 Read article
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Preliminary design assessment of heavy water purification columns through shortcut calculations including hydraulic and mass transfer characteristics
Abstract: Heavy water having deuterium content of 99.9% and more is used as the moderator and the coolant in pressurized heavy water nuclear reactors (PHWRs). This purity is maintained by vacuum distillation in packed columns. This work analyses the effect of packing type on preliminary column design based on certain user-defined specifications, with a focus on mass transfer and hydraulic characteristics of the column. Geometrical characteristics of commercial metallic packing materials …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 20–29 Read article
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Thermodynamic design data of ammonia-sodium thiocyanate absorption heat pump systems simultaneous cooling and heating using ANN approach.
Abstract: The aim of this study is to train neural network which predict thermodynamic design data without involving role of thermodynamic properties, temperature concentration complex relationship and formula of coefficient of performance. Authors have presented values of weights and bias obtained from the trained ANN through which one can formulate mathematical equations for predicting thermodynamic design data. Authors have achieved coefficient of multiple determinations R2 as 0.99999, 0.99997 and 0.99953 for …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 30–36 Read article
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Structural, Electronic and Optical Properties of ZnO Material Using First Principle Calculation
Abstract: Structural, electronic and optical properties have been determined by using first principle calculation for ZnO material. In present study, full potential linearized augmented plane wave method has been selected with generalised gradient approximation executed in WIEN2k. Structure of ZnO material stabilises in the Wurtzite form of hexagonal closed packed crystal with lattice constant a=3.289Å, c= 5.307Å. Density of states and band structure diagram of ZnO material shows semiconductor nature with …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 5, 2023 · pp. 27–34 Read article
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Thermodynamic Design Data of NH3-LiNO3 Absorption Heat Pump Systems for Simultaneous Cooling and Heating using ANN Approach
Abstract: The aim of this study is to train neural network which predicts thermodynamic design data without involving role of thermodynamic properties, temperature concentration complex relationship and formula of coefficient of performance. Authors have presented values of weights and bias obtained from the trained ANN through which one can formulate mathematical equations for predicting thermodynamic design data. Authors have achieved coefficient of multiple determinations R2 as 1, 1, 0.99999 for solution …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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Engineering Sustainable Interior Materials: Performance Analysis of PLA Composites Reinforced with Banana Stem Fiber and Spent Coffee Grounds
Abstract: This study presents the development and classification of eco-friendly composite panels reinforced with spent coffee grounds (SCG) and banana stem fibers (BSF) for interior applications. Hybrid composites were fabricated using polylactic acid (PLA) as the matrix with a constant filler loading of 30 wt%, varying BSF:SCG ratios (70:30, 60:40, 50:50). Mechanical testing revealed that the 70:30 composite exhibited the highest tensile strength (42 MPa) and flexural strength (58 MPa), whereas …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 94–105 Read article
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2D-QSAR (Quantitative Structure Activity Relationship) Study of Probable Inhibitors for Oral and Cervical Cancers, Generation of Model for Pharmacophore Prediction
Abstract: Twenty-four analogs, conjugates and congeners of curcumin reported as inhibitors against HPV 16 E6 and E7 protein targets have been selected for generating QSAR model. The 46 descriptors were calculated using Schrodinger program version quikprop 9.2. Two alternative methods have been used to generate QSAR models. The first model generation was built on 5 descriptors namely glob, QPlogS, CIQPlogS, IP (eV), human oral absorption which were subjected to multiple linear …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Development and Validation of Spectrophotometric and Colorimetric Method for the Determination of Ritonavir in its Bulk and Pharmaceutical Dosage Form
Abstract: A straightforward, exact, precise and sensitive UV spectrophotometric assay technique and a basic and sensitive colorimetric assay method have been created and validated for the quantitative estimation of Ritonavir from bulk drug and tablet formulations. UV spectrophotometric strategy which includes the assurance of Ritonavir in bulk medication and pharmaceutical dosage forms and has an assimilation greatest at 240 nm in methanol. The Beer's law was obeyed over the concentration range …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 32–41 Read article
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Enhancement in the COP of Thermoelectric Cooler Used for Cooling of Small Electronic Circuits
Abstract: Amidst growing environment concern, the need for alternative methods of cooling is on the rise, demanding higher intervention of technological advances. Conventional cooling systems working on CFC refrigerant pose threat to environment. The present work deals with performance investigation of thermoelectric cooler based on Peltier effect. Air cooling and water cooling systems are studied involving several parameter modifications. From the experimental work it is evident that optimum cooling is achieved …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 20–23 Read article
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Energy and Exergy Analysis of Ammonia Water Operated Vapour Absorption Refrigeration System Using Artificial Neural Network Approach
Abstract: In this study, energy and exergy analysis have been performed of the ammonia-water operated vapour absorption refrigeration (VAR) system. Authors have trained artificial neural network (ANN) for predicting thermodynamic properties (specific enthalpy and specific entropy) of working fluid (ammonia-water). Authors have achieved coefficient of multiple determination (R2) value 0.9999 and the root mean square error (RMSE) value 0.00211 for input data set of saturated liquid and R2 value 0.999999 and …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 7–20 Read article
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Evaluation and Optimization of an Aqua-Ammonia Vapor-Absorption Refrigeration System
Abstract: The process parameters of ammonia-water absorption system were optimized in terms of temperatures of generator and condenser and heat ratios of generator-to-condenser and generator-to-absorber. The iteration method was used to get the variation in generator and condenser temperatures with coefficient of performance (COP) for the fixed evaporator temperature. The sizing of generator, absorber and condenser was found from the variation of heat ratios of generator-to-condenser and generator-to-absorber for the fixed …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Aceclofenac and Diclofenac Sodium Conjugates with Amino Acids to Overcome Acidity
Abstract: This research work was based on a conjugate approach with some non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to overcome the side effects like gastric irritation, solubility behavior, and some other effects of NSAIDs. Almost all the NSAIDs have undesirable reactions as well as they cause some types of major adverse reactions. Here the prodrugs conjugates are the approaches that increase the lipophilicity of the drug and decrease the solubility in water by …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Heat Transfer in Single Effect Solar Assisted LiBr-H2O Absorption Refrigeration Cycle
Abstract: This paper describes the heat transfer model of LiBr-H2O vapour absorption cooling system implemented in engineering equation solver (EES). The detailed first law analysis of the system is presented. Effects of operating temperature and pressure on the heat load in various components, coefficient of performance (COP), and circulation ratio of the system have been carried out. Impact of solution heat exchanger effectiveness on system performance is also studied. The study …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Simultaneous Estimation of Irbesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide in Bulk and Tablet Dosage Form by UV-Spectrophotometry
Abstract: The present study describes a simple, accurate, precise and cost-effective UV Spectrophotometric method for the simultaneous estimation of irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazide in bulk and tablet dosage form. The solvent used was methanol and the absorption maxima for irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazide were found to be 250 nm and 270 nm respectively. A linear response was observed in the range of 4–20 µg/mL with a correlation coefficient of 0.998 for irbesartan and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Development and Validation of a UV-Spectrophotometric method for the Estimation of Nintedanib Esylate in Bulk and its Formulation
Abstract: The present work represents a UV spectrophotometric method for the estimation of Nintedanib Esylate in pure and its formulation. Methanol was used as a solvent. Nintedanib Esylate exhibit absorption maxima at 391 nm. The developed method obeyed Beer-Lambert’s law in the concentration range of 3-18 µg/ml having a line equation Y = 0.065x + 0.001 with a correlation coefficient of 0.999. There is no interference from any pharmaceutical excipients. The …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 49–53 Read article