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602 articles for “experimental evaluation”
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Effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding ECG and its basic interpretation among second semester BSc Nursing students in selected nursing college at Pathanamthitta district
Abstract: Cardiovascular diseases have now become the leading cause of mortality in India. Cardiovascular disease accounts for twenty five percent of all mortality. Electrocardiogram has an important role in the early detection and treatment of various cardiovascular diseases. Over the year significant advancements have been made in the field of ECG research, leading to the development of new techniques, technologies and algorithms for ECG analysis. ECG allows nurse to diagnose and …
Published in International Journal of Biomedical Innovations and Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 09–20 Read article
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Implementation of a 4-Bit Synchronous Counter in SkyWater 130 nm CMOS Technology Using Open-Source EDA Tools
Abstract: As semiconductor technology continues to scale down, the physical layout of integrated circuits has become increasingly critical in determining performance, power consumption, and area efficiency. This paper presents the complete physical design implementation of a 4-bit counter, from Register Transfer Level (RTL) to GDSII, using the SkyWater 130 nm open-source Process Design Kit (PDK) and the OpenLane automated physical design flow. Functional verification of the RTL design was initially performed …
Published in International Journal of VLSI Circuit Design & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Two Lift Cement Concrete Pavement
Abstract: Rigid pavement construction is promoting now a days due to its durablilitycriteria.Cost of fresh aggregate is 30-35% more than recycled aggregate which causes increase of overall cost of pavementthustwo lift pavement has great potential as a sustainable paving solution.The main objective of this study is to use recycled aggregate in concrete pavement which reduced overall cost of the pavement.Sincenatural aggregate scarcity is increasing day by day.Generally homogenous layer of concrete …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Study on Tribological Behaviour of Fly Ash Filled Glass Fiber Reinforcement Epoxy Based Composites Using Taguchi Experimental Design
Abstract: Fiber-reinforced polymer composite materials have better corrosion resistance, better wear resistance, reduced weight of structure, good thermal/electrical insulation and conductivity, etc. due to their properties its application field include aircraft, space crafts, automotive, infrastructure, marine, and sporting goods. But a major industrial problem is erosive wear of structure components caused by abrasive particles. Solid particle erosion of engineering/structure components caused due to dusty operational conductions. But, even today, researchers worked …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Parametric Study of Fiber-Reinforced Concrete with Partial Cement Substitution Using Fly Ash and Rice Husk Ash
Abstract: This research aims to evaluate the impact of incorporating steel fibers [SF] and partially substituting cement with rice husk ash [RHA] and fly ash [FA] on the properties of concrete. SF were added in different volume fractions [0%, 0.25%, 0.5%, 0.75%, and 1.0%], combined with 10% RHA and 20% FA. Initially, the concrete mix contained 30% FA with no RHA, which was then adjusted to a mix of 15% FA …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 171–180 Read article
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QSAR Modeling Techniques A Comprehensive Review of Tools and Best Practices
Abstract: Quantitative Structure–Activity Relationship (QSAR) modeling has become an essential tool in drug discovery, toxicity assessment, and environmental chemistry. By correlating chemical structure with biological activity or toxicity, QSAR enables the prediction of compound behavior without extensive experimental testing. This approach not only saves time and resources but also supports ethical practices by reducing reliance on animal studies. The evolution of QSAR from basic linear models to advanced machine learning and …
Published in International Journal of Cheminformatics · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 56–63 Read article
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Evaluating the Impact of a Video-Assisted Teaching Program on Knowledge and Attitudes About Teenage Pregnancy Prevention Among Fortunetellers Community Women in a Selected Region of Madurai District
Abstract: This research aims to evaluate the efficacy of a video-assisted teaching program in preventing teenage pregnancy, gauge participants' knowledge and attitudes regarding teenage pregnancy prevention, explore the relationship between their knowledge and attitudes, and examine how demographic variables correlate with pre-test knowledge and attitudes. The research hypotheses were formulated to determine their significance. A survey of the literature was done and organized based on studies related to teenage pregnancy. The …
Published in International Journal of Evidence Based Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Implementation of Concurrent Nursing Audit as a Method for Developing Quality Nursing Care
Abstract: Introduction: Audits are a method of evaluating the care process. It not only improves care qualitybut also helps nurses to acquire and use the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for creating ameaningful, productive, and satisfying working environment. A nursing audit is the process ofevaluating the quality of nursing care through the review of clinical records made by healthcareprofessionals. Objectives: (1) To measure the degree of quality of patient care against …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Polymer Composite-Based Protective Structures for Mitigating Crash-Induced Mechanical Abuse in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Abstract: The objective of this paper is to determine the effectiveness of using polymer composite protective structures to protect against the mechanical abuses associated with crash impacts that affect lithium-ion batteries in terms of their structural integrity and their overall safety. In addition to their use in electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries are also being increasingly used in renewable energy-based energy storage systems because they have high energy densities, long lifetimes, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 113–132 Read article
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Experimental Study on Effect of Recycled Epoxy Powder Reinforcement on Tensile Behavior of Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Abstract: Thermosetting plastic found wider application in the field of Aerospace, Aircraft, Wind Turbines, Marine and construction due to their long life, light weight and high strength. Among thermosets, epoxy is the major contributor. The world epoxy resin usage is almost 3.6 million tons in the year 2022 and it may cross 5.91 million tons by 2029. At their end of life most of it goes to land filling which leads …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 306–315 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Kevlar-Sisal-S-Glass Hybrid Composites with Ceramic Fillers for Structural Applications
Abstract: This study examines the mechanical properties of hybrid composite laminates reinforced with Kevlar, sisal, and S-glass fibers, and incorporating ceramic fillers—silicon carbide (SiC) and aluminum oxide (Al2O3)—within an epoxy matrix. The hand lay-up method was utilized to produce the laminates, ensuring a uniform fiber stacking sequence and including 10% filler material. Two composite variations were synthesized: one incorporating SiC and the other Al₂O₃, and both underwent tensile, flexural, hardness, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1308–1322 Read article
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Correlating the Damage Behaviour of Polymer Composites with the Potential Energy of the Impactor
Abstract: Design of structures using composites requires comprehensive evaluation and characterization of mechanical properties in both undamaged and damaged state. Composite laminates undergo combinations of mechanical loading resulting into microdamage accumulation in the plies. The first mode of damage is usually intralaminar cracking with the crack plane transverse to the middle plane of the laminate, spanning the whole width of the laminate. The density of cracks in a ply depends on …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Identification and Categorization of Brain Tumors
Abstract: Brain tumors are a serious and aggressive disease that can lead to a reduced life expectancy. Strategic and well-thought-out treatment planning significantly contributes to improving a patient's overall quality of life. Many different imaging techniques, such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed Tomography (CT) and also ultrasound are used to evaluate tumors in different parts of the body, with a focus on using MRI images for brain tumors. It is …
Published in International Journal of Biomedical Innovations and Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Design and Development of Experimental Test Rig for Fatigue Life Estimation of Freewheel One-Way Clutch Used in Switchgear Applications at High Overrunning Speeds
Abstract: Freewheel one-way clutch (OWC) is a critical component used in industrial circuit breakers/switchgear to facilitate quick disengagement of the drive when an electrical circuit trips under overcurrent. The clutch acts as a safety device to endure high overrunning speeds and allows the drive shaft to rotate at normal operating speeds during each tripping cycle. The trip mechanism utilizes the stored potential energy of the helical compression spring, which is the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 289–299 Read article
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Development of Mathematical Model to Monitor the Deposition of Nitrogen Inhibited by Lead in Consolidated Lateritic Formation
Abstract: This paper monitors the depositions of nitrogen inhibited by lead in consolidated lateritic formation. The study expresses the accumulation from lateritic depositions of lead in the formation. Such conditions were observed in lateritic soil. Lead depositions were thoroughly evaluated to see if it can inhibit the deposition of nitrogen in consolidated lateritic formation. Such outside the deltaic depositions were lateritic soil predominantly deposited in such location. The study observed that …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Kinetics of Ion-Isotopic Exchange Reactions using Nuclear Grade Resins Purolite NRW-4000 and Purolite NRW-60
Abstract: AbstractThe paper deals with an application of nondestructive radio isotopic tracer technique in performance evaluation of two nuclear grade anion exchange resins Purolite NRW-4000 and Purolite NRW-6000. The technique was used to study the kinetics of bromide and iodide ion-isotopic exchange reactions taking place between the external ionic solution and the resin surface for which 131I and 82Br were used as tracer isotopes. It was observe that at a constant …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 Read article
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Service Life Prediction of Concretes Incorporated with Fly Ash and Alccofine with respect to Chloride Ion Penetration
Abstract: Chloride-induced corrosion poses a significant threat to the degradation of reinforced concrete structures, especially in extreme environments such as marine and industrial exposure conditions, where the damage can be particularly severe. This study provides an experimental investigation utilizing three distinct water-binder ratios (0.3, 0.4, and 0.5) applied to three types of concrete mixtures: conventional concrete, concrete blended with 40% fly ash, and concrete blended with 40% fly ash and 2% …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 202–213 Read article
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A Mathematical Perspective on Recent Cloud-Computing Trends for Scalable and Secure Social-Media Platforms
Abstract: Cloud computing underpins modern social-media platforms by providing elastic compute, storage, and data-processing pipelines capable of absorbing highly bursty workloads. This paper surveys recent cloud-native trends—serverless and event-driven design, container orchestration, edge/CDN offload, streaming analytics, and privacy-enhancing security controls—and formalizes their impact through a compact mathematical model. We express workload volatility using arrival-rate functions, use queueing-based capacity sizing to derive auto-scaling rules, and formulate an optimization objective that balances cost …
Published in Recent Trends in Mathematics · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Development and Validation of a Robust RP-HPLC Method for Rufinamide Quantification in Pharmaceutical Dosage Form
Abstract: The creation and validation of a simple, precise, and targeted reverse phase high-performance liquid chromatographic (RP-HPLC) approach allowed for the quantification of rufinamide in pharmaceutical dosage forms. With a mobile phase of methanol and water (50:50, v/v), the technique used a gradient mode Symmetry Qualisil gold C18 column (4.6 x 150mm, 5 μm). For the detection method, a flow rate of 1 mL/min was employed at 220 nm. During a …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Assessing the Child–Parent Relationship Between Working and Non-working Mothers in a Selected Community of Bhubaneswar
Abstract: Introduction: Two categories of mothers exist: those who work outside the home, referred to as working mothers, and those who stay at home, often described as housewives. Working mothers may allocate quality time to their children, even if the amount of time is not necessarily large. On the other hand, non-working mothers not only manage household responsibilities but also provide care for their children and the entire family. Methods: A …
Published in International Journal of Evidence Based Nursing And Practices · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 27–33 Read article