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Enhancement in Biomedical Polymer Nanocomposites: Biocompatibility and Mechanical Property Predictions using Machine Learning
Abstract: A machine learning (ML)-based framework is developed and validated through experimental analysis and comparative modeling to enhance system dependability and improve prediction performance. The proposed framework includes key stages such as data preprocessing, feature evaluation, model training, and performance benchmarking to determine the most effective prediction technique. Several machine learning models were evaluated, including Ensemble models, Artificial Neural Networks (ANN), Decision Tree (DT), Random Forest (RF), Support Vector Machine (SVM), …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 275–296 Read article
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Investigating mosquito innate immune defence mechanism towards malaria vaccine development
Abstract: Mosquito-borne diseases weigh heavily on public health across the globe. The mosquito’s innate immune system certainly decides whether malaria parasites survive inside the vector, and that sighted it as a logical place to discover new vaccine ideas. In this review, we examine how Anopheles mosquitoes defend themselves against Plasmodium parasites and how those defenses could be turned into tools for malaria control. We focus on three layers of immunity: antimicrobial …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 50–54 Read article
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Enhanced Mechanical Properties of AZ31 Magnesium Alloy Composite Reinforced with Carbon Nanotubes and Nano hydroxyapatite
Abstract: Magnesium alloys represent a novel category of biodegradable materials, offering numerous advantages in addressing the limitations associated with conventional biomedical materials. Magnesium-based metallic biomaterials offer a promising solution for fixing fractures, ensuring effective treatment without the inconvenience of subsequent implant removal procedures. In the present work, AZ31 Mg-alloy was chosen as the base material. Five specimens were meticulously fabricated, each varying in weight percentages of reinforcement materials: 0wt%, 0.5wt%, 1wt%, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 206–217 Read article
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Recent Advances in Hybrid Polymer–Cement Composites: Interfacial Engineering, Self-Curing Mechanisms, and Microstructural Performance
Abstract: The increasing demand for high-performance polymer-modified cementitious composites has stimulated extensive research into hybrid self-curing composite systems with engineered aggregate phases. Self-curing hybrid polymer–cement composite systems, using recycled aggregates, constitute one of the solutions proposed by researchers to overcome problems related to moisture loss during the curing process, shrinkage, cracking, and the limited amount of natural aggregate available. This critical review provides an overview of recent developments concerning the production, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1323–1332 Read article
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The Global and Regional Challenge of Pan-Antibiotic Resistance: A Review of Emerging Threats and Mechanisms
Abstract: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the major and most intricate threats to the health of the 21st century as it is core to the undermined expertise of the common clinical practice and public health security worldwide. The problem is characterized by the extensive development of bacterial pathogens into extremely drug-resistant (XDR) and pan-drug-resistant (PDR) so- called superbugs faster than it can be done with therapeutics. It is a synthesis …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Recent Advances in Smart Polymer Composites for Plant Health Monitoring: A Strategic Integration of Sensing Mechanisms and Computational Intelligence
Abstract: Plant health assessment is crucial for agricultural production and food security, as plant diseases significantly affect crop yields and quality. This paper reviews the applications of polymers and composite materials in the evaluation of plant health, focusing on both natural and artificial polymers, carbon materials, and polymeric–nanoparticle composite materials. Various types of sensing principles, such as colorimetry, fluorimetry, surface plasmon resonance (SPR), surface enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), and interferometry, are …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1135–1144 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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Evaluating the Effect of Carbon Fillers on the Mechanical Properties of Jute and Epoxy Composite Wind Turbine Blades
Abstract: Natural fibers are a sustainable substitute for synthetic materials because of many benefits, which include light weight, biodegradability, renewability, and affordability. An approach to sustainable blade design that shows promise is its use into wind turbine blades. The study focuses on jute/epoxy composite's tensile strength, impact strength, water absorption, void fraction and degradation with carbon fillers and apply in making small wind turbine blades. To fabricate the composites, two jute …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 191–203 Read article
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Development and Evaluation of Physical and Mechanical Properties on Talc Filled Sisal/Polyester Composites
Abstract: In recent years, research focusing on the use of natural fiber-reinforced composites has been increased and has opened up further industrial possibilities due to advantages of low density, low cost, biodegradability, abundance and renewability proffered by natural fibers. In this research, randomly oriented sisal fiber and talc filler were used to reinforce polyester matrix to produce composites of 3 mm thickness. The composites were fabricated by hand laying technique. Composite …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 27–35 Read article
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Mechanical Properties of Titanium and Nickel based Nano Composite Super Alloys: A Review
Abstract: To overcome the problems facing in traditional commercial alloys, lot of studies are going on to replace them with composites and super alloys. At present manufacturing world scenario titanium and then nickel based Nano composites (NC) showing their major importance in aeronautical, jet propulsion and gas turbine industries.The research explores in advent of nanoparticles in to metals to get NCs are now changing from classical reinforcement to new types of …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Chemical Processing of SU-8 Photoresist to Record the Surface-Driven Microfluidic Flow of Dyed Working Liquid in the Regime of Fluid Mechanics
Abstract: Chemical processing of negative photoresist SU-8 is performed to fabricate a set of three individualSU-8 based glass microfluidic devices inside the cleanroom laboratory. The major steps of SU-8processing are spin coating using a spin coater, soft baking, ultra-violet (UV) exposure, post exposurebaking, development by SU-8 developer, and hard baking. The indirect bonding for leakage-freesealing is used during hard baking to fabricate the microfluidic devices. Author has prepared thedyed water to …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 53–57 Read article
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Noise, Vibration and harshness control in motor vehicular parts; a mechanical approach
Abstract: Over the years, noise, vibration and hardness in vehicles has been a major challenge in the field of automobile engineering. With the introduction of new vehicle models, vehicle parts design has been so complex and sometimes we wonder why this happens. NVH which is the internal noise we experience inside the vehicle is generated by several sources inside the vehicle of which includes the engine, the propeller shaft, the differential …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 49–53 Read article
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Mechanism Action of Catalysis
Abstract: Catalysis is a method for speeding up the rate of a reaction. It is of three types homogeneous, biocatalysis and heterogeneous catalysis which further involve acid base catalysis, that is based on Brønsted-Lowry concept which state that any compound that can transfer a proton to any other compound is an acid, and the compound that accepts the proton is a base and in enzymatic catalysis every enzyme is specific to …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Cancer Prevention Activity in Vitro and the Mechanism of Action Bioactive Ingredients
Abstract: Natural substances that can treat a variety of ailments, including cancer, can be found in the Solanaceae plant family. There is still uncertainty regarding the location and mode of action of these substances in cells. Several of the cellular targets can now be studied and identified thanks to increasing advances in biological science research. The relevant studies that describe how some of these substances may fight cancer are found in …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Mechanical Properties of Aerated Concrete
Abstract: Nowadays it is very important to make the concrete economical. Aerated concrete is ordinary concrete that contains controlled amounts of air in the form of microscopic bubbles and having low density as compare to conventional concrete. These intentionally entrained air bubbles are extremely small. By using Air Entraining Agent (AEA), cement, coarse aggregate, fine aggregate and water we create aerated concrete. The experiment is perform on aerated concrete which is …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 20–29 Read article
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Enhancement in Mechanical properties of fly ash based self compacted concrete
Abstract: Conventional concrete offers problems while filling in the complex formwork where high amount of reinforcement present and it is difficult to use vibrator for consolidation of concrete, in such scenarios to overcome the problems self compacted concrete (SCC) becomes more popular in a construction industry. for better durability performance self compacted concrete is generally produce by adding mineral admixture, to ensure SCC the filling ability, passing ability and segregation resistance …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Hybrid Fiber (Basalt and Steel) Reinforced Concrete
Abstract: The paper reports experimental investigations on hybrid-reinforced concrete. The proportion of basalt fiber and steel fiber was 50% respectively of the total fiber taken as sample. Effect of fiber on various strengths of concrete is studied. Fiber content varied from 0 to 4% at an interval of 1% by weight of cement. Various considerations for investigation are compressive strength, flexural strength, split tensile and bond strength. Cube of size 150 …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION OF WELDING PROCESS PARAMETERS ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES FOR TIG WELDED AUSTENITIC STAINLESS STELL 304 JOINTS
Abstract: Minimally invasive surgeries are the most elusive, yet highly demanded subset of surgeries which requires precise knowledge of the pertinent patient. Compared to conventional surgeries, minimally invasive surgeries are characterized by less pain, low risk of infection, lesser scarring, etc. In the status quo, doctors use intuition through experience to determine the parameters for surgery such as the force required to cut, size of cut, depth of cut, etc. With …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Vibration Mechanics of Hybrid Al 5083/SiCp/Fly Ash Composite Plates for its Use in Dynamic Structures
Abstract: Metal Matrix composites are a unique class of materials, with specific characteristics. The selection of reinforcement phase for reinforcing the metal matrix depends on many parameters and is a major concern, Silicon carbide particulates (SiCp) enhances the hardness of specimens but on the other hand it induces brittleness in the specimen which is of major concern, henceforth fly ash particulates are thought of as an alternative reinforcement for improving the …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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Stress Analysis of a Mechanical Joint from Recorded Data of a Single Component of Displacement
Abstract: The ability to fully stress analyze a pinned/bolted aluminum connector, including the contact stresses at the pin-plate interface, using measured displacement information is demonstrated. This is accomplished by using recorded data from only either one or the other of the two in-plane components of displacement. The relatively small pin-hole clearance results in the pin contacting the edge of the hole for an arc distance exceeding 180 degrees. Reliability of experimental …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 23–41 Read article