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An Approach on Optimization of Thermo Physical Properties of Teak Wood Dust Filled Polymeric Composites
Abstract: The aim of the present work was to prepare the specimens with the help of hand-lay-up technique to measure the thermal properties of TWDPC. The density & voids of TWDPC were measured to determine its physical property & significantly affected some of its mechanical properties. Taguchi experimental method was applied to optimize its thermal properties. The optimal factor combinations were determined with the help of ANOM & the analysis of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 67–80 Read article
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Comparing Consistency Limits of Black Cotton Soil with Cement Waste Dust and Wood Shaving Ash
Abstract: In the field of civil engineering, soil has to play a prime role right from planning a structure to the end of life of that structure. But some of the soils do not offer that service which a civil engineer wants to get. Shrinking in dry state and swelling in wet state, is the well-known proved proverb for black cotton soil. In Saurashtra, southern part of the zone has such …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 31–35 Read article
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Investigation of Mahogany Wood Functional Parameters Effect on Procurement: The Concepts of Buckingham Pi Theorem
Abstract: Buckingham theorem a tool used to predict procurement deliverability of Mahogany wood with impact of weight and density was investigated in the study. Indeed, the research was able to demonstrate the effect of Mahogany wood, density and other contributing factors for evaluation of the tensile strength and the delivery time on the truck. The research was simulated using some functional parameters, which was inputted by the application of MATLAB computer …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 40–47 Read article
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Composition, Structure and Status of Woody Plants Along Dilla Zuria Rivers, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: AbstractDilla zuria vegetation is located in Southern Ethiopia where agroforestry is highly exercised. The objective of the present study was to generate reliable information of floristic composition, diversity, structure and status of woody plant species in Dilla Zuria vegetation. The reliable data was collected from 50 plots each of 400 m2 using systematic sampling method. The plant species were identified by comparing with the voucher specimens preserved at National Herbarium, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Formation, Analysis and Characterization of Wood Pyrolysed Oil
Abstract: Pyrolysis of wood is the possible path for converting biomass to higher valuable products such as bio-oil, bio-char and bio-gas. Bio-oil or liquid bio-fuels have higher heating values, so it can store and transport more conveniently the by-products bio-char and bio-gas, which can be used to provide heat required in the process. This work is focused on the formation, analysis and characterization of bio-oil which was obtained from the mixed …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 36–41 Read article
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Examination of Density and Weight Effect of Soft Woods on Tensile Strength and Deliverability Time
Abstract: The role of density and weight of soft wood was examine in this study as well as its contribution to truck performance as related to the factors required to attain the goal and objectives of the procurement as designed. The Buckingham Pi Theorem applied in this study reveals that the coefficients considered as a constrain factors was adequate to monitor and predict the significance of density and wood on the …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of Sustainable, Low-Cost, Biomass-Derived Carbon Films from Hevea Brasiliensis (Rubber) Wood for Environmentally Friendly Gas Sensors with Enhanced Selectivity and Sensitivity to Polar Vapors and Hazardous Gases
Abstract: Hevea brasiliensis (rubber) wood sawdust was utilized to fabricate carbon gas sensors for detecting 1000 ppm of ethanol, methanol, acetone, carbon dioxide, and ammonia gases. The carbon particles were prepared by phosphoric acid impregnation followed by thermal activation and then fabricated into films on conductive and non-conductive substrates using the doctor blade method. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis revealed distinct graphitic features with peaks at the (002) and (100) planes, indicating …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 22–36 Read article
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A Review on Evolution of Aircraft Fuselage Materials: From Wood to Composites & Functionally Graded Materials
Abstract: This article presents a comprehensive overview of the evolution of materials for construction of aircraft fuselages, with a focus on the expanding use of polymer composites and functionally graded materials (FGMs) in modern aerostructures. The baseline fuselage design is thought to be from wood, to be followed by metallic systems such as aluminum, titanium, and nickel alloys. All systems improved manufacturability, strength, and longevity, but there was a substantial revolution …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 447–455 Read article
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Drying and Particle Size Characteristics of Danta (Nesogordonia papavereria) and Hard Cross (Vitex doniana) Wood Sawdusts at Different Temperatures
Abstract: The drying and particle size characterization of Danta (Nesogordonia papavereria) and Hard Cross (Vitex doniana) hardwood sawdusts were investigated at temperatures 80 ºC, 90 ºC and 105 . The experimental drying data were modeled using eighteen existing drying models. The results showed that the modified Henderson and Pabis model offered the best fit to the drying curves of Danta and Hard Cross sawdusts. The experimental data obtained from the particle …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 30–38 Read article
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Production of Cellulosic Ethanol from Wood Sawdust by Sulphuric acid Hydrolysis
Abstract: In this study, production of cellulosic ethanol from wood sawdust was investigated. Four experimental parameters were investigated during the hydrolysis and ethanol production. These are particle size (1–3 mm), acid concentration (3–7%), temperature (90–110°C), and time(120–240 min). The total reduced sugar content and ethanol yield was determined. Response surface methodology (RSM) employing the central composite design (CCD) was used to optimize the total reduced sugar and ethanol yield. Cite this …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Phytosociological Analysis in Kumaun Himalaya using Satellite Remote Sensing with Special Reference to Woody Vegetation
Abstract: AbstractThe present study deals with phytosociological analysis of woody vegetation (tree layer and shrub layer) of different forest types occurring in Kumaun Himalaya, Uttarakhand. A total 12 forest types were mapped using multiseason satellite data of IRS-P6, AWiFS sensor. Sampling was carried out in all the forest types to characterize the structure of forests in terms of abundance, density and dominance at different sites. The field data from different sites …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 20–30 Read article
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Physico-Mechanical Behavior of Euphorbia abyssinica and Wood–Chips Composites
Abstract: In this study, we prepared composite test specimens from Eucalyptus chip particles of sizes 0.5 mm, 1 mm, and 2 mm combined with Euphorbia abyssinica fluid at an 80:20 mass ratio. We produced the particleboard under a compression load of 150 KN and kept it in the compression machine for thirty minutes inside the mold. After removing it from the machine, we secured it with C-clamps for twenty-four hours. We …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 141–153 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Wood Gasifier
Abstract: Generating electrical energy through biomass has advantages besides achieving self-sustainability. Biomass is particularly useful for agriculture dependent economy nations like India. Energy conversion systems based on biomass are particularly interesting because biomass utilization effectively closes the carbon cycle. An experimental investigation on biomass based gasifier engine system of 35kVA capacity has been carried out for power generation application. Problems of cooling and cleaning hot and dirty gas from gasifier has …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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REBONDING FOREST FIBRE TO SUSTAINABLE DEPLOYMENT
Abstract: The significance of wood in artistic manipulations is unraveled to any other material used in engineering, commercial or in infrastructural uses. All this is at the cost of eco-sustainability, not directly because manufacturing remains ecofriendly, but indirectly; because forests are expended in realization of this raw material. The author pre-supposes that with the mere thought of cutting a tree, environmental degradation has already begun [1]. As a preventive measure, least …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 11–24 Read article
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Tropical Change LULC Forestry Data Assessment to Classify Accuracy and Kappa Statistics
Abstract: Forests can be categorized as tropical evergreen, feedstock forests, and so forth. In other classes, the goal of this mission is to compute regions of various woodland kinds in India using photograph processing techniques. This information is very beneficial for organizations such as woodland and environmental protection departments to recognize if the wooded area areas are growing or no longer and therefore take the necessary steps. In order to calculate …
Published in Journal of Open Source Developments · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Simulation of Biomass Gasification in Downdraft Gasifier Using Aspen Plus
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Generating electrical energy through biomass has advantages besides achieving self-sustainability. Biomass is particularly useful for agriculture dependent economy nations like India. Energy conversion systems based on biomass are particularly interesting because biomass utilization effectively closes the carbon cycle. A comprehensive process model is developed for biomass gasification in an atmospheric fixed bed rector using the ASPEN PLUS simulator. An original equilibrium gasification …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 37–47 Read article
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Effect of Different Cooling Pad Materials on the Performance of the Evaporative Cooler
Abstract: Air conditioning (AC) becomes the most necessary appliance in homes and offices in every developed and developing country for achieving the required thermal comfort condition. But the literature reveals that the excessive use of AC creates physiological discomfort such as headache, alleging symptoms (fever, cold, itching) chest pain, etc. The above mention issues may be mitigated up to a certain level by using an evaporative cooler instead of ACs. The …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 31–35 Read article
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Identification of Markers through Micromorphological Approach of Four Species of Fabaceae in Bankura, West Bengal
Abstract: Recently agro-forestry is gaining much importance as it has a vast scope to mitigate several problems. Many parts of the World especially in the tropics, vast areas of forest lands are now denuded of trees destroying the fragile environment and leaving extensive area unproductive. So, these areas can be reutilized by growing fuel wood plants as an alternative to fossil fuel. So, for large scale plantation screening for desired species …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Home Interior with a Vintage style
Abstract: Vintage style originated in France and is a fusion of modern and classic styles. The vintage style is distinguished using natural materials like wood and distressed wood. Furniture and decor in a vintage style can be created with artificial aged furniture or natural materials. Conclusion, Vintage interior design has always been a popular and appealing trend, as well as a fun way for people to express themselves while decorating their …
Published in International Journal of Rural and Regional Development · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 48–57 Read article
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Control of Powdery Mildew of Sheesham (Dalbergia Sissoo) in India through Radionics Computer and Nanotechnology from Kuwait
Abstract: Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease caused by different fungi on different hosts including field crops, vegetable crops, fruit trees, ornamentals, and woody trees. Sheesham (Dalbergia sissoo) is one of the most common and important timber and woody trees in the Indo-Pak subcontinent. An experiment was conducted to control the growth/spread of powdery mildew caused by the fungus (Phyllactinia dalbergiae) growing on ‘Sheesham’ (Dalbergia sissoo) tree leaves. The infected …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 106–113 Read article