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Utilization of Sugarcane Bagasse as Biopolymer Adsorbent for Arsenic (III) Removal from Aqueous Solutions
Abstract: The present study focuses on the removal of the heavy metal As(III) from aqueous solutions using the low cost adsorbent, sugarcane bagasse. The effect of contact time (10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 min), adsorbent dosage (0, 0.25, 0.5, 0.75, 1 gm) and metal concentrations (0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 ppm) on the adsorption were studied and the optimum conditions were …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 30–44 Read article
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Competency of Natural Fiber Based Eco-Friendly Friction Lining Composites Over the Conventional Friction Material
Abstract: The Braking system is important system of automobiles and is responsible for providing better performance and safety. A Millions of automobiles are frequently decelerated and stopped at heavy traffic zone. Overall performance of vehicle braking system depends on braking conditions and brake material. All friction based application releases wear products; either gaseous form or particulate matter form and braking system is prime source of non exhaust particulate matter emission. The …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 57–65 Read article
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Glass Fiber Layer Effect on Chemico-mechanical Properties of Light Cure Adhesive Systems
Abstract: Introduction: Orthodontic adhesives should have clinically acceptable shear and tensile bond strength to withstand masticatory forces and those generated by treatment mechanics. Mechanical properties of the adhesive, such as flexural modulus of elasticity, tensile strength, and compressive strength, are more heavily influenced by the resin matrix's Degree of cure (DC). Aim: The study compares the effect of the Glass fiber layer on Chemico-mechanical properties using three different light cure adhesive …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Multi Objective GAPSO Hybrid Algorithm for Optimal Location of Unified Power Flow Controller in Power System
Abstract: In the new era, sometimes, power systems work with heavily loaded lines resulting in higher power loss and higher voltage deviation which makes the system unstable. It is owing to continuous growing demand of electrical power. This paper elaborates a multi objective GAPSO hybrid algorithm to solve a multi objective optimization problem to find optimal location and size of unified power flow controller. The objective functions are used to minimize …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 34–44 Read article
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Lithological Characterization and Reservoir Characteristics by Computerized Tomography Assisted Micro Density Log of the Rock
Abstract: Lithological characterization of the unconsolidated rock from heavy oil field has been attempted using X-ray computerized tomography imagine techniques. A micro density log is generated to obtain the hidden information of such variations along the depth at microlevel, which normally is not available through conventional log. Useful exploratory leads have been obtained through characterization of the nature of reservoir using simple petro-physical techniques on conventional cores by defining reservoir grade, …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 9–11 Read article
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Simulation and Optimization of Syngas Generation Process (GTL Stage I) using ASPEN Hysys
Abstract: The process of gas to liquid (GTL) conversion has been divided into three sections (section I: natural gas treatment and syngas production; section II: is Fischer Tropsch Synthesis sections (Main Reactors) and Stage III: Upgrading and treatment section).This work is mainly for Stage I. whereby Natural gas dehydration unit is simulated using Tri-ethylene Glycol to dehydrate the natural gas which includes (Free Water Knockout Drum (FWKD), Absorber and Distillation). Sweetening …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 48–67 Read article
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Polystyrene Plastic Waste into Liquid Fuel Using Silica-Alumina Catalyst, Extracted from Rice Husk
Abstract: Catalytic Pyrolysis of Polystyrene (PS) into fuel like products using silica alumina catalyst that was extracted from rice husk was investigated over temperature range of 430–470°C. The output of catalytic pyrolysis was liquid oil, solid residues (char) and gaseous fraction. The product yields as a function of temperature, time and catalyst amount were studied. High conversion of liquid (48.8%) was achieved at 430 and 450ºC in the presence of 12.5 …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 15–31 Read article
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Investigation of the Effects of Solpawa SBR-X TM Doses on Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon in Loam Soil at Different Depths
Abstract: Laboratory trials of environmental remediation products bring the hope of inventing such products to reality for many of today’s intractable environmental pollution conditions, paving the way for the field trials and subsequent large-scale field application. This laboratory study was conducted as the first phase of a 2-tiered adaptive trials of Solpawa® Bioremediation System (Solpawa-SBX) funded by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB). The study investigated the effectiveness of …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 64–72 Read article
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Evidence of PDMS-based foam control agent mechanism on crude oil foams
Abstract: Crude oil foam is a frequent problem faced in oil production operations that can cause the reduction of the separator efficiency, separator overflow, carry out of liquid by the gas stream, and other serious problems. Among the techniques used to attenuate foams in crude production, the injection of chemical additives is still considered one of the most efficient. However, the effectiveness of a foam control agent (FCA) is limited to …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 13–23 Read article
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Effect of Number of Sheets on the Performance of Bullet Proof Jackets
Abstract: In the present work effect of number of sheet for the same sheet thickness is conducted. Steel and aluminium alloy are used as a sheet material. The study is conducted using a finite element software ANSYS. Student version is used for the present work. Dimension of the sheet and bullet are taken from the literature. Parameter like velocity is also taken from the literature and value considered in the present …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Additive Manufacturing in Aerospace and Defense Industries: A Review
Abstract: Additive Manufacturing (AM) is a promising fabrication technique that can offer significant benefits to aerospace industries and Defense Support Service providers. Because of its potential to delocalize production near the point of use and its transformative potential, the technology is gaining popularity. In fact AM has a great potential to revolutionise the Global manufacturing and distribution system by offering low cost and highly customized parts. AM encompasses a broad variety …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 16–36 Read article
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Research Paper on Design Analysis of Bucket of JCB 3dx Model
Abstract: JCB machines principal functions are Digging (material removing), Ground leveling and material transport operations. Backhoe attachment is rear part of Excavator machine. The backhoe attachment is subjected to static as well as dynamic forces. Because of several working conditions, Excavator parts, like bucket, arm, and boom are subjected to high loads .Thus, it is necessary to provide a better design of parts having maximum reliability, keeping design safe under loading …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 37–41 Read article
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Design and Simulation of Forging Die Towards Improving Life of Closed Die
Abstract: Forging is the metal forming process which is used for forming complex shaped component withgeometrical accuracy. More than fifty percent of the forgings are processed through this way. Forgedcomponents required in many engineering sectors, most of them in the automotive sector. Themajority of the safety critical component and load bearing structural components are process throughit. By using forging process production of complex component is faster with less material waste. It …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Analysis of G+6 Diagrid building to Rectangular building
Abstract: Now a days the various types of building are used in our growing area like conventional building, tall building and diagrid building. But with demanding of building structures are also leads to demand of heavy structure durability and their strength. So this is very important to design building very effectively and durable. The diagrid elements in building is give strengthen to our building. And in present scenario this is very …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Fatigue Test on Cost Effective Aluminium Metal Matrix Composite Prepared from Discarded Toner Powder and Coconut shell Ash Particles
Abstract: AbstractAs there is an increasing demand for low cost reinforced composite materials in various industrial applications, in this work Aluminium Metal Matrix Composite was prepared by reinforcing cost effective reinforcements like discarded tonner powder particles and coconut shell ash. Aluminium 2024 was taken as the base matrix for preparing the composite as it is widely used in automobile industry. The samples taken for the investigation were prepared by two step …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Study of Adsorption of Nickel on Soil in Rural Area of Hadoti Region: An Ethical Approach to Reduce Soil Pollution
Abstract: Nickel (Ni), one of the toxic heavy metals, is widely distributed in soil and aquatic ecosystems. The chemical nature of the soil has a significant impact on the environment. The adsorption reaction of nickel in alkaline soils is the main topic of this research. The removal of Ni (II) from aqueous solutions uses soil as an adsorbent. Batch adsorption studies were used to study the effects of various factors, including …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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A Brief Overview of the Removal of Fluoride and Chromium Using Polymer Adsorbents
Abstract: Water tainted with heavy metals are the serious worldwide issues face today because of economic and industrial growth. Even at trace amounts, hexavalent chromium is a significant metal ion pollutant that is highly harmful to humans, animals, plants, and microbes. There are several methods for purifying water, but adsorption is one of the most straightforward, practical, and cost-effective approaches. Chromium is one such significant metal that may be released by …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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An Efficient Secure and Security Authentication Scheme for Vehicular Ad-hoc Networks
Abstract: AbstractVehicular ad hoc networks (VANETs) are planned to be deployed within the next decennary to repair driver protection, stop clash, and provide traffic interpreter. Present years have supported an increasing interest in the security schemes for VANETs, as this territory was generally less investigated contrasted with different regions medium access and routing. In particular, efficient authentication of the messages in a VANET with other desirable security features has been heavily …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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LTE-WI-FI Aggregation in SDN Using Direct Concurrent Bandwidth Aggregation Model
Abstract: In recent years, networks are loaded with heavy traffics due to increased online demands with diverse levels of QoSs (quality of services) required by customers resulting in complex challenges for network service operators. Significant increases in mobile data traffics using WiFi technologies use a concept called WiFi offloading which render only fifty percent of the traffic. These help in reducing network loads of cellular networks with optimal choices. Therefore, the …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Performance Analysis of 3T DRAM Using FinFET Based with Leakage Reduction Techniques at 45 nm Technology
Abstract: The proposed area of research is to reduce the power consumption, leakage voltage, leakage current and leakage power of DRAM while maintaining the competitive performance. The Fin FET approach is used in DRAM for high performance. Fin type field effect transistors (Fin FET) are capable substitutes for bulk CMOS at the nano-scale. Fin FET are double gate device. A Fin FET uses an intrinsic body. It greatly suppresses the device-performance …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 28–34 Read article