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Modeling the Influence of Microcrack Healing on Deformation of Asphalt Concrete Using NDT
Abstract: Asphalt concrete pavement practices heavy loading and environmental impacts through its service life. Micro cracks usually initiate and accumulate to form various types of distresses. However, asphalt concrete has the ability of self-healing with rest periods and hot environment conditions. The mechanical properties of Asphalt concrete is complex due to its dependency of temperature, loading frequency, and strain level. In this investigation, asphalt concrete specimens of wearing, binder and base …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 37–47 Read article
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Experimental Studies on the Use of Local Grinded Aggregate in Enhancing Stability, Reduction of Flow, Air-voids and Deformation of Modified Asphalt Concrete for Medium Collector Roads
Abstract: The adverse environmental impact of man-made and agricultural waste/by-products combined with the rising cost and difficulty in obtaining construction materials have influenced research into better ways to manage these wastes/by-products by incorporating them in asphalt concrete mix design. Different researches have shown that some agricultural waste/by-products can be included as mineral fillers in hot-mix asphalt concrete to obtain certain desirable properties. It is on this basis that this research attempts …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Detecting the Additives Impact on The Durability of Asphalt Concrete
Abstract: Modification of asphalt cement with additives is considered as a sustainable issue to enhance the asphalt concrete quality and durability among the expected service life. An attempt has been made in the present investigation to detect the influence of modification of the asphalt binder by 2 % silica fumes and 4 % fly ash additives on the durability of asphalt concrete in terms of fatigue life under long-term ageing and …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Influence of Constant Micro Strain Levels on the Strength Properties of the Asphalt Concrete mixture
Abstract: Asphalt concrete mixture is designed to resist the deformation and vehicular traffic loading throughout its service life. However, when the asphalt concrete pavement practices over loading within the service life period, it exhibits cracking and rutting. In the present investigation, an attempt has been taken to understand the strength performance of asphalt concrete when practicing variable levels of constant stresses. Asphalt concrete mixture was prepared at optimum asphalt cement requirement …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Recent Trends of Violent Asphyxial Deaths in Barpeta, Assam
Abstract: Asphyxial death is a common incident in forensic practice and determination of the manner of death whether suicidal, homicidal or accidental is of utmost significance. This study was conducted in the Department of Forensic Medicine, Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College, Barpeta, Assam, India. A total of 89 cases of violent asphyxial deaths occurred during the period of 1st January to 31st December 2016 were studied. In this study, an attempt …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Aerodynamic Analysis of Bio-inspired Wing with Adaptive Aspect Ratio
Abstract: The bio-inspired morphing wing is a futuristic concept in the aviation field that draws inspiration from birds and insects. Drawing inspiration from the exceptional flight capabilities of birds and insects, the goal is to develop a wing design that can adapt its aspect ratio, similar to nature. By incorporating the adaptive aspect ratio capabilities into the wing configuration, it becomes possible to optimize the wing's aerodynamic performance to adapt wide …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 13, 2023 · pp. 143–153 Read article
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INFLUENCE OF ASPECT RATIO, GEOMETRIC CONFIGRATION AND CONTINUTY ON SHEAR WALL PERFORMANCE
Abstract: This study investigates the dynamic behavior of shear walls in high-rise buildings, focusing on the impact of varying parameters like aspect ratio, geometry, and continuous-discontinuous structures. By accurately identifying and quantifying various loads and conducting comprehensive structural analysis. The high-rise complex features reinforced concrete shear walls designed to resist lateral forces, ensuring safety and stability.This topic is chosen because the dynamic behavior of shear walls in high-rise buildings is critical …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 26–40 Read article
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Wind’s Influence on Tall Buildings with Different Aspect Ratios
Abstract: Skyscrapers and other large buildings are being constructed worldwide these days. Because wind is so dynamic, it plays a major part in the design of these towering structures. The placement and height of such structures have a major impact on how wind affects them. The comparable static approach is used in this work to evaluate wind loads on structures with variable aspect ratios attained by altering the number of bays. …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Initiation of Distress in Asphalt Concrete After Practicing Moisture Damage
Abstract: The moisture damage of asphalt concrete is considered as major type of distress in heavy rainfall environment. In this work, the decline in the initial flexural stiffness of asphalt concrete was monitored after practicing the moisture damage process. The variations were analyzed relative to the control mixture. Asphalt concrete mixtures were created in the laboratory with the optimal binder content. Extra mixtures were also prepared with ±0.5% variation of binder …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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A Comprehensive review on phytomedicinal activity of chirchita (Achyranthes aspera): an Indian Rural Medicinal Plant
Abstract: Because it is used to treat many types of diseases. Native to India, Achyranthes aspera (Chirchita) has been used in rural medicine for generations.This review explores the phytomedicinal significance of Achyranthes aspera, focusing on its bioactive compounds and the pharmacological activities that support its use in treating various ailments. This plant is a useful tool in traditional and alternative medicine. Because it has anti-inflammatory properties Antioxidants Antibacterial, anticancer and liver …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 74–85 Read article
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Aspect Ratio Analysis of Tall Building High Seismic Zone Using Base Isolation Technique
Abstract: The base segregation procedure is the most generally utilized technique to shield the construction fromharming the impact of the quake. The idea driving this innovation is to utilize adaptable isolatorsbetween the establishment and the superstructure to isolate the superstructure from the establishment.In the present review, execution of G+10 story RC outlined constructions with various viewpointproportions is researched utilizing ETABS 2018 programming, and reaction range technique is utilizedfor investigation. Viewpoint proportions …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Study on Effect of Insulation Design on Thermal-Hydraulic Analysis: An Important Aspect in Subsea Pipeline Designing
Abstract: The most imperative and challenging operational hazards for oil and gas pipelines are the risks associated with the transportation of fluids. When water, oil and gas flow simultaneously inside the pipeline, there are quite high chances that, water and hydrocarbon fluids can form and deposit hydrate such as wax and asphaltene on the inner surfaces of the pipeline and gradually blocking it. In this paper we explore and compare the …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 33–44 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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Flexural Behavior of Warm Mix Asphalt Concrete
Abstract: Research work on implementation of Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA) for roadway paving has been undertaken by many researchers due to its beneficial impact on the environment and reduction in the fuel consumption. In this investigation, two WMA mixtures have been prepared in the laboratory using medium curing cutback (MC-30) and Cationic emulsion. Hot mix asphalt (HMA ) mixture was also prepared for comparison. Beam specimens of (380 mm) in length, …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Production of High Yield Amylase and Protease by Aspergillus oryzae using Solid-State Fermentation
Abstract: Aspergillus oryzae strains were isolated from different sources and its ability to produce industrial scale amylase and protease using solid-state fermentation was carried in the present study. Different fermentation substrates such as rice bran and wheat bran were evaluated for maximum enzyme yield. Enzyme production was maximum on rice bran and it was achieved with optimized fermentation parameter such as temperature 30°C, pH 4–6, moisture content 60%, inoculum size 0.2 …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 71–78 Read article
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Influence of Aspect Ratio on the Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Vertical Centrifugal Cast Aluminium Silicon Alloy
Abstract: To get a sound cast of precise shape and size in the vertical centrifugal casting process, the flow behavior of the melt and process parameters such as aspect ratio of the mould, rotating speed, volume fraction, etc. must be optimized. The optimal parameters of the vertical centrifugal casting process derived from past cold modelling studies in casting of Al-12%Si alloy are investigated in this paper. Casts were obtained using 7 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 13, 2023 · pp. 104–111 Read article
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Detecting the Failure Stages in Asphalt Concrete Through the Fatigue Life
Abstract: The signs of failure initiation in asphalt concrete through its service life may appear as cracking, rutting, or other types of distress after practicing dynamic stresses from vehicular loading. This work is concerned with detecting the failure initiation in asphalt concrete in the laboratory, and the role of binder content and constant strain level through a comprehensive testing program. Asphalt concrete mixtures were formulated with the optimal binder content, as …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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A Study to Assess Knowledge Regarding Legal Aspects of Road Safety Among College Students in a Selected College, Kottayam
Abstract: The present study was conducted in Ettumanoorappan College, Ettumanoor, and St. Thomas College, Pala to assess the knowledge regarding legal aspects of road safety among college students. The study aimed to evaluate the level of knowledge concerning legal aspects of road safety among college students and to explore any associations between this knowledge and selected demographic variables. A convenience sampling method was employed to select 202 participants, and data collection …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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MODELING AND SIMULATION OF ESTERIFICATION PROCESS IN REACTIVE DISTILLATION COLUMN USING ASPEN PLUS
Abstract: Abstract: Reactive distillation is a process that combined a chemical reaction and physical separation in a single unit operation. A results is carrying out simulation by using Aspen plus, it is shown in reactive distillation column. In this case, reaction takes place in liquid phase. While solving this type of problem, we have to use thermodynamics property. The boiling point of water is low and iso-amyl acetate having high boiling …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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Revamp of Feed Preheat Network Using Aspen Hysys in a Kero Hydro-Desulphurization Unit
Abstract: The paper is based on the revamp of feed preheat network in a Kero hydro-desulphurization unit. This revamp is beneficial as it does not require additional equipment to raise the feed temperature. Desulphurization of crude is a catalytic process used in oil and gas refining industry to remove sulphur content from refined petroleum products. Previously, feed was charged from the crude distillation unit at 103°C. Due to envisaged changes, the …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 29–38 Read article