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75 articles for “contact temperature”
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Effect of Welding Factors on Nugget Size of Polymer-Metal Composite Sheets Using Computational Methods
Abstract: Resistance spot welding (RSW) is a vital technique for joining materials in industries like automotive and aerospace. This study extends the application of RSW to polymer-metal composite sheets by developing 2D axisymmetric, thermo-electro-mechanical coupled model in ANSYS. The focus is on analyzing the temperature distribution, nugget formation, and parameter optimization in hybrid composite sheets, emphasizing the unique challenges posed by polymers' thermal and electrical properties. These properties differ significantly from …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 612–623 Read article
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Bio Materials and Nanotechnology: Green Tea (Waste)– Aluminium Nanoparticles (Gt-Al Nps) For Methylene Blue Adsorption
Abstract: This study examines the adsorption of Methylene Blue (MB) dye from aqueous solutions using Aluminium Nanoparticles synthesized with green tea powder as a biological reducing agent. Methylene Blue, an aromatic phenothiazine dye, is widely applied in medical diagnostics and various industrial processes, but its uncontrolled release into water bodies leads to environmental pollution due to its intense colour, stability, and potential toxicity. Therefore, identifying an efficient and eco-friendly adsorbent for …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 96–107 Read article
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Preparation of Transparent and Thermal Resistant Zirconia Reinforced Epoxy Based Polymer Matrix Composite Coatings
Abstract: This study investigates the thermal stability, structural characteristics, optical transparency, and surface wettability of epoxy-based composite coatings reinforced with 2 wt.% zirconia (ZrO₂) nanoparticles. The composite coatings were synthesized using a dip-coating technique on carbon fiber substrates and subsequently subjected to thermal treatments at 300 °C, 400 °C, and 500 °C. Structural analysis using X-ray diffraction (XRD) confirmed the amorphous nature of the epoxy matrix with no significant crystallization or …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 171–177 Read article
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Temperature Rise within the Pulp Chamber During Curing Resin based Composite By LED and QTH Light Curing Units: An In vitro Study
Abstract: The present study was undertaken to evaluate the change in temperature within the pulp space during curing of composite resins using light emitting diode (LED) and quartz tungsten halogen curing units (QTH) under varying remaining dentin thickness. 60 human mandibular molars were taken and distal root of each sample was resected and the thermocouple probe was placed in the roof of the pulp space. The root was immersed in a …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Performance Analysis of Fully Flexible Organic Humidity Sensor with Top-Contact and Bottom-Contact OTFTs
Abstract: Abstract: Organic field-effect transistor (OFET) based humidity sensors are extensively used nowadays due to their low cost, mechanically flexible and compatibility with lower temperature fabrication techniques that support the plastic substrate based device and circuit applications. This paper investigates the humidity dependence of performance of organic humidity sensor with Top-Contact and Bottom-Contact OTFTs. Subsequently, impact of channel length on sensor performance is analyzed. The humidity sensitivity of organic sensor drain …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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Development and Thermal-Soiling Performance Evaluation of Boron-Nitride Reinforced Polymer Nanocomposite Coatings for Solar Photovoltaic Applications
Abstract: Surface heating, dust buildup, and weakening triggered by ultraviolet (UV) light all have a vast effect on the long-term performance of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules. These issues all lower power conversion efficiency in real-world open-air circumstances. A nanocomposite coating built on fluoropolymer (FEP) that is reinforced with hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) nanoparticles is invented by this study to enhance thermal dissipation, optical transmission, and resistance to dirt at the same …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 218–223 Read article
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Solid-State Reactions: Mechanistic Insights, Kinetic Behavior and Emerging Applications in Advanced Materials
Abstract: Solid-state reactions are fundamental to the synthesis and transformation of inorganic materials, playing a crucial role in the development of ceramics, semiconductors, catalysts, and energy storage systems. Unlike reactions in liquid or gaseous phases, they are limited by restricted atomic mobility and typically require elevated temperatures to enhance diffusion and overcome activation energy barriers. These reactions proceed through interfacial contact between solid reactants, followed by nucleation of product phases and …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Heavy Metals Removal by Adsorption Using Aloe barbadensis Miller Leaves Residue Powder for More Sustainable Environment
Abstract: Aloe barbadensis Miller residue from herbal wastes has often proved to be effective in the removal of heavy metals from industrial wastewaters. This study was focused on the adsorption of lead using A.barbadensis Miller residue. The initial concentration of lead ions was varied and the influence of contact time, adsorbent dosage, pH and initial metal concentration on adsorption process were studied. The temperature and agitation speed were kept constant at …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 92–98 Read article
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Thermoelectric Waste Heat Recovery from Industrial Exhaust Systems Using Nanostructured Hybrid Heat Exchangers
Abstract: The efficient utilization of industrial waste heat has become a critical strategy for improving energy efficiency, reducing fossil fuel consumption, and minimizing greenhouse gas emissions in modern manufacturing sectors. This study proposes a thermoelectric waste heat recovery (TWHR) system integrated with a nanostructured hybrid heat exchanger to enhance heat transfer performance and maximize electrical power generation from high-temperature industrial exhaust streams. The proposed system employs nanostructured surface modifications combined with …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Wet Multi Plate Clutch Failure: A Review
Abstract: To create a successful design that satisfies modern demands, the traditional theoretical method of computing temperature area, in particular the maximum temperature considered inside the surfaces of the friction take hold of disc best during the single engagement, is used. The entire engagement time was 5s, although the temperature fields were calculated during 6 consecutive engagements. In order to calculate the heat conductivity of the friction grasp machine, a three-dimensional …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Ag₂S–Ag Nanocomposites: A Bottom-Up Approach to Enhance Thermoelectric Power Factor at Near Room Temperature
Abstract: The intrinsic ductility, low toxicity, and naturally occurring abundance of silver sulphide (Ag₂S) have made it a potential thermoelectric material in recent years. However, high electrical resistance severely limits its practical application. Here, we present a thorough analysis of how metallic Ag nanoinclusions affect the structural, electrical, and thermoelectric characteristics of Ag₂S nanocomposites made using a simple bottom-up polyol approach. (Ag₂S)₁₋ₓAgₓ nanocomposites with an Ag content ranging from 0 to …
Published in International Journal of Electro-Mechanics and Material Behaviour · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 40–55 Read article
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Comparative studies of Oxidation and hot corrosion behaviors of uncoated and detonation gun sprayed Cr3C2-25NiCr coating on SA-213 boiler steel at 8000C
Abstract: Fe-based alloys suffer oxidation and hot corrosion when the surfaces were in contact with air (oxidation) as well as the salty atmosphere (Hot corrosion) at elevated temperatures. In these atmospheric conditions, non-protective oxide Fe2O3 was formed on the surface of alloys. Oxidation and hot corrosion have been recognized as a major problem in the applications of the diesel engine, boilers, gas turbines, and chemical power plant etc. Detonation-gun sprayed Cr3C2-25NiCr …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Identifying COVID-19 in chest X-ray and CT scan images through the application of machine learning algorithms.
Abstract: Since the beginning of the current COVID-19 pandemic, more than five million people have been infected and the numbers are still on the rise. Early symptom detection and proper hygienic standards are thus of utmost importance, especially in venues where people are in random or opportunistic contact with each other. To this end, automated systems with medical-grade body temperature measurement, hygienic compliance evaluation and individualized, person-to-person tracking, are essential, not …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 13–21 Read article
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Experimentally New Technique System to Measure Contact Angle of Metal/Melt System in Simple Way
Abstract: In this research, easy and new technique system to measure contact angle of metals/metals systemwas introduced. The new technique system used a simple component in direct procedure to foundcontact angle of solder on metals substrate in wide range of drops volumes. Solder was applied intoaluminum and copper substrate metals using control heating temperature of the substrate. Then, theresults were analyzed by image J program to know the accuracy of the …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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Development of Cotton and Cotton Gauze Fabric Coated with Swietenia microphylla Bark as a Wound Contact Layer
Abstract: The present work discusses the development of cotton and cotton gauze-based bandage using mahogany. The biological properties of mahogany bark extract have been identified. The 25% concentration of mahogany extract have been treated directly and kept at room temperature for conditioning. Further the antibacterial activity of mahogany-treated samples have been evaluated against wound infecting pathogens (AATCC- 147) Escherichia coli, Bacillus subtilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Serratia marcescens and Staphylococcus aureus. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Numerical Analysis of Battery Thermal Management Using Phase Change Material Concerning Melting Fraction and Temperature
Abstract: This work, analysis and simulates a phase change material melting for battery thermal management (BTM). Phase change materials (PCM) are the substances that, undergo through a phase transition, such as melting from solid to liquid by absorbing or releasing a significant amount of energy as heat. PCM is advantageous for the thermal control of batteries because of this characteristic. As the battery produces heat, the PCM surrounding it absorbs the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 8, 2023 · pp. 19–31 Read article
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Using of the sea grasses for the removal of some industrial organic dyes; bromo cresol purple from aqueous solutions
Abstract: Abstract: The objectives of this study are evaluating the efficiency of low cost adsorbents of activated carbon obtained from sea grasses. Using the sea grasses for the removal of some industrial organic dye; bromo cresol purple indicators from aqueous solutions and studying the impact of some of the factors including different dosages , pH, different concentrations, different temperature and effect of time of adsorbed materials. Adsorption efficiency of dye onto …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Summer Outbreak of Influenza A (H1N1) at Tertiary Care Centre in Central India
Abstract: Background: Influenza is a highly contagious, acute, and febrile respiratory illness that occurs in epidemics and occasionally in pandemics. Post-pandemic resurgence with bi-modal peaks, a major peak in the rainy season, and a minor peak in the winter-spring season have been reported in India. However, a sudden increase in the number of cases of Influenza-like illness (ILI) was observed at our centre during the summer season. The study was conducted …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 24–31 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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Fabrication of Low-Cost and High-Efficiency Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells Using Polymeric Carrier Selective Contacts
Abstract: Crystalline silicon (c-Si) solar cells are the leading choice in the photovoltaic market due to their dependability and long-term stability, but lowering production costs and increasing efficiency remain key issues. Organic semiconductors use carrier-selective contacts based on doped amorphous silicon layers and transition metal oxides to simplify and lower the production costs of efficient crystalline silicon solar cells. Polymers are rapidly being used in photovoltaics as flexible substrates, photoanode films, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 6, 2024 · pp. 124–131 Read article