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Analysis of Cooperative Communication Techniques
Abstract: The scope of this study is to analyze cooperative communication techniques by measuring the symbol error rate vs. signal to noise ratio and analyzing the merits and demerits of those techniques. Unless stated otherwise, the channel is modelled as Rayleigh fading and noise is modeled as white Gaussian. The results of this study can be used to understand the benefits of cooperative protocols and their necessity in future communication systems. …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Interfacial Bonding and Performance of Polymer-Based CFRP Composites in Externally Applied Configurations
Abstract: Polymer-based carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites are widely used for externally bonded strengthening and retrofitting applications due to their high strength-to-weight ratio and adaptability to existing structures. In such systems, overall performance is governed not only by the fiber–matrix interaction within the laminate, but more critically by the polymer adhesive layer and its interaction with the substrate. Polymer chemistry, interfacial bonding mechanisms, processing conditions, and environmental exposure collectively influence …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 952–966 Read article
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Estimation of BOD of Banganga Nalla of Bhopal City Using Statistical Methods
Abstract: Water is a precious natural source without which life cannot be sustained. Surface water has been the main source of supply for all our purposes. It is also has been the most convenient sewer for industry and municipalities. Estimation of water quality parameters using statistical and other mathematical models are gaining importance because they give more rational basis for water quality planning. An attempt has been made in this paper …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Optimization of Reaction Parameters for Biodiesel (Methyl Ester) Synthesis Using Surface Response Methodology
Abstract: The Polyoxo vanadate catalytic trans-esterification of waste cooking oil (WCO) was carried out by optimizing four reaction parameters which include: catalyst loading, methanol/oil ratio, temperature, and reaction time. These optimized parameters are 0.5 g, 0.8 g, and 1.2 g catalyst loading, 3:1, 6:1 and 9:1 methanol/oil ratio, 45°C, 60°C and 65°C reaction temperature, 45 min, 60 min and 90 min reaction time. The regression equation in the uncoded units of …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Crystal Engineering Strategies for Tailoring Mechanical Properties of Structural Materials
Abstract: Crystal engineering has emerged as a promising approach for designing materials with tailored mechanical properties, enabling advancements in various fields such as aerospace, automotive, and construction. This review examines the diverse strategies employed in crystal engineering to manipulate the mechanical behavior of structural materials. One key strategy involves controlling the crystal structure at the atomic level through techniques such as alloying, doping, and phase transformations. Alloying introduces foreign atoms into …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 01–06 Read article
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Polymer-Based Medical Restraints: Advances in Polymer Chemistry for Enhanced Patient Safety
Abstract: Medical restraints play a crucial role in ensuring patient and staff safety during medical procedures, particularly when dealing with individuals who may be at risk of self-harm or unintentional movement. Traditional restraints, often made from rigid materials or fabric straps, present several challenges, including patient discomfort, pressure injuries, and incompatibility with advanced medical imaging techniques such as MRI and CT scans. Moreover, traditional materials may deteriorate over time, diminishing their …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 153–157 Read article
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A Finite Element Analysis to Study the Effect of Hydrostatic Pressure on Steel Ductility
Abstract: The effect of superimposed hydrostatic pressure on percentage reduction of area (a gauge mark of the ductility) is investigated in round steel bars in tensile stress by employing a finite element analysis (FEA) with 8-node serendipity quadrilateral elements and von Mises plasticity flow rule in an elastoplastic power law hardening model. It is demonstrated that a linear relationship exists between the pressure and percentage reduction of area at any given …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 41–51 Read article
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TiO2 Refined Flux Provides Significant Impact on Saw Bead Shape, Particle Size, and Hardness
Abstract: This experiment is very interested in how adding titanium dioxide powder to submerged arc welding on low alloy steel plates affects the bead geometry, grain size, and hardness. The commercial fluxes were combined with powdered titanium dioxide at varying concentrations (2.5%, 5%, 7.5%, 10%, and 12.5%). No changes were made to the welding process parameters despite the variety of welding situations. It has been shown that the inclusion of titanium …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 4, 2023 · pp. 70–80 Read article
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Microstructural Evolution and Mechanical Performance of Ambient-Cured Fly Ash–Metakaolin Inorganic Polymer Composites Activated by Anhydrous Sodium Silicate Powder
Abstract: Inorganic geopolymer networks offer a low-carbon and sustainable solution to traditional binder systems through the alkali-activation of industrials-grade aluminosilicate material. The present paper focuses on the microstructure development and the mechanical performance of the ambient-cured fly ash – metakaolin inorganic polymer composite activated with solid anhydrous sodium silicate powder. Five inorganic polymer binder combinations were formulated by replacing fly ash with metakaolin at mass fractions of 0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Effect of Nanoclay Loading on Physical and Mechanical Properties of Epoxy Composites
Abstract: The effects of multilayer silicate loading on hardness, tensile, and impact properties were examined by developing epoxy–nanoclay composites with 0–5 wt% nanoclay. A desirable compromise between reduced void content and higher Shore D hardness was reached with an ideal nanoclay loading of 3 wt%, which reflected improved load transfer and increased matrix stiffness as a result of limited polymer chain mobility. Tensile strength and modulus rose up to 3 wt% …
Published in International Journal of Advance in Molecular Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 36–45 Read article
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Design of Ultrafast Optical Full Subtractor Link and Performance Analysis
Abstract: AbstractThis article illustrates proposed optical full subtractor schematic through SOA-MZI, yield borrow and difference outputs concurrently. The objective has been accomplished by exploiting nonlinear attributes with SOA. Numerical simulations have been executed and craving optical subtractor output waveforms have been verified at 100 Gbps data rate. Optimization criterion for the design’s performance measurement is taken as Q-factor and the extinction ratio factor. The subtractor output difference and borrow outcomes with …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 7–20 Read article
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A Comparative Evaluation of Effects of Diet, Exercise and a Combination of Diet and Exercise in Overweight and Obese Adults
Abstract: The prevalence of obesity has risen so rapidly in recent decades that the world health organization has declared it a global epidemic. Physical inactivity and dietary habits are key factors in the etiology of obesity and therefore, are important components in any obesity prevention and treatment strategy. Therefore this study was carried out to evaluate the efficacy and comparison of diet, exercise and diet with exercise modules on weight reduction …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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Binary GA for Sidelobe Reduction and Null Steering in 5G Array
Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive performance evaluation of a Binary Genetic Algorithm (BGA) for optimizing radiation characteristics of an active phased array antenna used in fifth-generation (5G) wireless communication systems. The primary objective is to achieve effective null steering while maintaining the desired main beam direction and simultaneously reducing the side lobe level (SLL). These improvements are essential for minimizing co-channel interference, enhancing spatial selectivity, and improving the Signal-to-Interference-plus-Noise Ratio …
Published in International Journal of Radio Frequency Innovations · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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New Topics in Serum Copeptin Levels in Hypertension: Is There an Interrelation with Inflammatory Biomarkers?
Abstract: This study aimed to test the hypothesis that the link between serum copeptin (Cop) levels and hypertension is related to low grade of inflammation and atherosclerosis indices. This observational cross section study was done in the Department of Biology, College of Science at the University of Al-Mustansiriya in Baghdad, Iraq. A total number of 18 healthy subjects (Group I) and 66 patients (Group II) were enrolled in this study. Patients …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Progress from the Traditional Vaccines to Novel Rational Vaccine Designs
Abstract: Vaccines are among the most valuable assets for saving human and animal lives. The vaccines discovered and designed on the Pasteurian principles laid the foundations of the traditional vaccine regime during the late-19th century. Some traditional vaccine designs proved remarkably successful, while others had safety or efficacy problems, and still others failed- particularly those against diseases caused by non-cultivable, hyper-variable or opportunist pathogens, or those requiring cellular immunity. The problems …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 17–31 Read article
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Time Domain Analysis in an On-chip High Speed RLCG Interconnection Network at 0.18 µm Technology
Abstract: In this model, the time domain waveform is evaluated for calculation of delay time, peak time, settling time, damping ratio and natural frequency for a second order RLCG interconnect network. It can also be used for multiple interconnect systems but for higher order systems it is ignored due to accurate analysis. The model is applied to a single resistance-inductance-capacitance-conductance model which can also be extended to multi-interconnect systems to analyze …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2-3, 2011 · pp. 57–67 Read article
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Production of Biofuel (Biodiesel and Bioethanol):An economical and environmentally feasible way to the society
Abstract: In recent years, bio fuels growers have achieved significant enhancement in crop output and processing efficiencies and today the volume of bio fuels produced in a specific planted area is several times higher than it used to be as latest methodology and technical work to increase production of biofuel. In the sense of methodology, bio fuels are sub-divided into two large categories: substitute for diesel (biodiesel) and substitute for petroleum …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Shock Waves in an Electron Depleted Dusty Plasma with Nonextensive Ions
Abstract: A theoretical investigation of dust acoustic shock waves in an electron depleted dusty plasma comprising of negatively charged dust and two temperature non-extensive ions is investigated. The Korteweg-de-Vries Burgers equation is derived with the help of reductive perturbation method. Different physical parameters such as number density of cold ions, non-extensive parameter of cold and hot ions, temperature ratio of cold to hot ions significantly modify the characteristics of dust-acoustic shock …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 37–41 Read article
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Parametric Optimization of TIG Welding Process in Butt Joining of AISI 310 Austenitic Stainless Steel Materials
Abstract: Tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding is an arc welding process that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce the weld. Selection of the levels of the input parameters plays a very significant role in determining the quality of a weld joint. The present study is planned to investigate effects of process parameters: welding current, gas flow rate and arc gap on ultimate tensile strength in TIG welding of austenitic stainless …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Seismic Analysis of Symmetrical and Unsymmetrical Multistory Building with Shear Wall and Hybrid Shear Wall
Abstract: Shear walls are structural systems which provide stability to structures from lateral loads like wind, seismic load. Shear walls are added to the building interior to provide more strength and stiffness to the building when the exterior walls cannot provide enough strength and stiffness. It is necessary to provide these shear walls when the tolerable span width ratio for the floor or roof diaphragm is exceeded. Shear walls are mainly …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 32–35 Read article