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Vibration Monitoring of Diesel Engine Using Bioethanol from Water Hyacinth as Fuel
Abstract: For the current study, water hyacinth plants (Eichhornia crassipes) are used as raw materials for fermentation with native yeast isolated from the water hyacinth plants. Acid hydrolysis followed by fermentation with the yeasts resulted in the yield of bioethanol. Bioethanol is mixed with diesel fuel in different ratios and used in IC engines. Vibrations have direct effects on engine components therefore; analysis of vibration resulting from combustion in IC engines …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 21–33 Read article
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Design and Construction of Solar Still-Solar Water Heater Hybrid for Small Scale Application
Abstract: AbstractSolar still-solar water heater hybrid for small scale application has been designed and constructed and tested in this study. The construction began with designing and developing isolated units of single-slope solar still, solar water heater and water storage tank separately. These were then coupled together to form the hybrid system. To test its efficacy, the hybrid was subjected to perform distillation alongside a conventional type single-slope solar still of the …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Green Synthesis of Biologically Active 2, 4, 5- Trisubstituted Imidazoles Catalyzed by Large Pore Zeolite H-BEA through Lophine MCRs
Abstract: 2, 4, 5-triphenyl-1(H)-imidazoles (popularly known as Lophine derivatives) are well known heterocyclic compounds and find significant diversified applications, not only in the area of medicinal chemistry as biologically active drug-like molecules, but also in the other advanced research areas, such as fluorescence labelling, biological imaging and chromospheres for non-linear optic system. In the present endeavour, a green synthesis of Lophine derivatives via multi-component reaction is carried out using benzil/benzoin, substituted …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 20–36 Read article
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In Situ Synthesized Cu(OH)2-Al2O3: A Novel and Highly Efficient Nano-Catalyst System for One pot Synthesis of N-Substituted Triazole at Room Temperature
Abstract: One pot room temperature synthesis of N- substituted Triazoles has been demonstrated using a novel catalyst system Cu(OH)2-Al2O3. The catalyst has been synthesized by a very simple one step chemical process. The catalyst is highly efficient and reusable with isolated yield as high as 87% even at the 4th reuse. The catalyst could also be used with water as a solvent with a little longer reaction time. Graphical Abstract: One …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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Assessment of Reservoir Storage Capacity and Silt Deposition Using Advanced Instruments: A Case Study
Abstract: Reservoirs on the upstream side of sediment-laden river dams fill with sediment over time, lowering their storage capacity. This research focuses on advanced instrumentation techniques used to analyse storage capacity and estimate the quantity of sedimentation deposited in the reservoir at Kadana Dam, Kadana Village, Mahisagar District, Gujarat, India. During the research investigations, a multi-frequency acoustic system with frequencies of around 33 KHz and 210 KHz was employed to assess …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 27–37 Read article
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Operational Planning and Allocation of Distributed Generation in Distribution System: A Review
Abstract: Distributed generation refers to the generation of electricity from a variety of small, decentralized energy sources that are located close to the point of use, rather than relying solely on large, centralized power plants. These small-scale power sources can include renewable energy technologies like solar panels, wind turbines, and micro-hydro systems, as well as conventional fossil fuel generators or combined heat and power (CHP) systems. Distributed generation systems can be …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Data Driven Controller Design For Distributed Power Sources In Microgrid
Abstract: AbstractUsing renewable power sources requires controlled procedures to accomplish satisfactory stabile levels of power transmission and keep up with grid power deviation. Additionally, these methodologies in a perfect world require no pre-information of the grid structure, and as meagre correspondence with neighbouring power sources as would be prudent. As a next stride, we concentrate on how the power can be dispatched from different power hotspots for enhanced grid productivity. Microgrids …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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IoT based Healthcare Monitoring for COVID- Subvariant JN-1
Abstract: COVID-19 The pandemic has brought attention to how crucial healthcare surveillance is to be controlling and halting the spread of infectious diseases. The introduction of novel variations such as the JN 1 subvariant, there is an urgent need for advanced and efficient monitoring systems to keep track of the virus and its impact on individuals and communities. This is where the Internet of Things (IoT) comes into play, offering a …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Static and Dynamic Analysis of Foundation considering SSI under different Soils and Vertical Load Conditions using FEM
Abstract: The behavior of foundations when rested upon various types of soil such as loose sand, medium dense sand, dense sand, silty sand and sand and gravel is studied in this project. The effect of soil-structure interaction is also considered during the modelling. The foundation was considered a square type isolated footing with varying vertical loads. Ground motion data for El Centro Earthquake was utilized for the dynamic analysis. Results for …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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Use of Geohydrological Controls to Tackle Geogenic Arsenic Contamination of Hard Rock Aquifer: A Case Study from Central India
Abstract: AbstractArsenic poisoning of potable groundwater is considered one of the most severe health hazard in recent years. Reporting of high geogenic arsenic contamination in groundwater is increasing day by day within the country. The hydrothermal phase following the batholithic intrusion is responsible for sulfide mineralization and related enrichment of Arsenic (As) concentration in the granite-meta rhyolite rocks along the Kotri lineament of central India. Isolated clusters of high As groundwater …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Laboratory permeability and single ring infiltration tests for the testing of waterproofing barriers of landfill tanks.
Abstract: Hydraulic conductivity is a fundamental hydrogeological parameter for the testing of waterproofing barriers of landfill tanks. These barriers are aimed at guaranteeing the isolation of the waste and preventing the infiltration of the percolate in the subsoil.Geotechnical features of mineral barriers must be preliminarily established through geotechnical laboratory tests in order to verify their suitability for their application.The main mineral barriers correspond to the bottom waterproofing of the landfill tanks …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 29–37 Read article
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First experimental results on “clay and bentonite” mixtures for the waterproofing of a landfill in Northwestern Piedmont Region (NW Italy)
Abstract: We report on experimental results conducted on “clay and bentonite” mixtures for the waterproofing of a tank landfill located in Northwestern Piedmont Region (NW Italy).The geotechnical experimental tests on “clay and bentonite” mixtures were conducted in the laboratory first, with the aim of finding the optimum percentage of granular bentonite to be added to the clay and then, they were carried out in situ, in the tank, on the layer …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Wavelet Based Protection Scheme on Renewable Energy Integrated Multi Terminal Transmission System
Abstract: The power plants behavior is crucial under faulted conditions and their interaction with protection systems. The major microgrid protection problem is related to huge difference between the fault current in utilitygrid mode and microgrid mode. As conventional protection system doesn’t offer solution for all micro grid protection challenge, but it needs advanced protection strategy. Protection system must be response to both the utilitygrid and microgrid faults. Rapid response is necessary …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 27–34 Read article
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A Review on Emerging Topology of LUO Converter
Abstract: AbstractLUO converters are novel series of chopper which convert fix DC voltage into variable DC voltage magnitude. Converters are popular structure that conventionally implemented with regulation of voltage and having higher (THD) Total Harmonic Distortion, lower power factor for power transmitting process. For DC application LUO Converter topology can be favored. DC-DC chopper has advantages such as better output regulation, compact size, high efficiency, and minimum cost. This paper represents …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Design and analysis of PV based Micro-inverter using INC MPPT controller and Fuzzy Logic controller
Abstract: The reserve of conventional energy sources such as coal, natural gas, and crude oil are rapidly decreasing with increasing demand of electricity in the world.Also the fossil fuels cause air pollution, global warming and similar environmental problems. Therefore, recent studies have become widespread about renewable energy sources (RESs) such as biomass,hydropower, geothermal, wind and solar which are the most popular worldwide. Among other RESs, solar energy is assumed as the …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 6–18 Read article
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Security of Software Defined Network
Abstract: Software Defined Networking (SDN) might be a particular methodology that allows the system to be brilliantly and midway controlled, or 'modified,' utilizing programming applications. Software Defined networks technology can help to run on-demand applications for satisfying today’s business needs that is the reason for its extensive use in mostly data center .Software defined network, i.e. SDN provides clear view of whole network architecture to the network administrator. It isolates the …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Wireless I/O Interfaces for Industrial Controllers: An Educational Approach
Abstract: Due to technological advances, the need for versatile and flexible applications in the field of industrial automation is continuously growing. Digitalization, flexibility, connectivity, high-speed transmission, data analysis and integration of different systems are now requirements in most industries. Industrial communication networks are the main tool in accomplishing those requirements. The proposed work is focused in the development of a solution for collecting remote field signals and transmit them by wireless …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 8–25 Read article
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Design and analysis of PV based Micro-inverter using INC MPPT controller and Fuzzy Logic controller
Abstract: The reserve of conventional energy sources such as coal, natural gas, and crude oil are rapidly decreasing with increasing demand of electricity in the world.Also the fossil fuels cause air pollution, global warming and similar environmental problems. Therefore, recent studies have become widespread about renewable energy sources (RESs) such as biomass,hydropower, geothermal, wind and solar which are the most popular worldwide. Among other RESs, solar energy is assumed as the …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 16–29 Read article
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A Review On A Compact Dual Polarized Antenna Array
Abstract: A compact dual-polarized antenna array for low-cost millimeter-wave (mm Wave) applications is proposed in this article. Utilizing a patch antenna with two orthogonal feeds positioned horizontally and vertically, a dual linear polarization antenna can be created. Two ports—a vertical port and a horizontal port—make up the suggested design. The antenna produces horizontal polarization by stimulating the horizontal port. The antenna produces vertical polarization by stimulating vertical port. With the higher …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 46–50 Read article
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Fault Tolerant Inverter for BLDC Drives
Abstract: In this study, fault tolerant inverter for BLDC drives is used for aerospace application. In such application, the human intervention is limited. So, the fault tolerant control of BLDC motor is of great importance for its continuous operating capacity even under the faulty situation. Over voltage and over current phenomenon occur in system due to switching faults, so a fault isolation and system reconfiguration method is presented. This method can …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 31–38 Read article