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605 articles for “Performance measurement”
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Aluminium-Doped Zinc Ferrite Nanoparticles Synthesized by Combustion Method for Polymer Composite Applications
Abstract: ZnFe₂₋xAlₓO₄ (x = 0 and 0.5) nanoparticles were synthesized via a combustion method owing to its simplicity, cost efficiency, and ability to produce highly crystalline nanomaterials. Powder X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis confirmed the formation of a single-phase cubic spinel structure without detectable secondary phases, indicating high phase purity. The average crystallite size was estimated to be in the range of 14–20 nm, confirming the nanocrystalline nature of the samples. Field-emission …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 272–282 Read article
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Modeling of MHD Hybrid Nanofluid Flow with Radiation and Chemical Reaction Effects for Advanced Composite and Energy Applications
Abstract: Hybrid nanofluids reinforced with polymer-based matrices and nanoparticles have emerged as promising working fluids for advanced composite processing and thermal management systems. Their superior thermo-physical properties enable efficient cooling and energy transport, making them suitable for applications in polymer extrusion, composite curing, thermal insulation coatings, solar energy devices, electronic packaging, and nuclear system cooling. In this study, we investigate the heat and mass transfer behavior of magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) hybrid nanofluid …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 648–660 Read article
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A Secure Storage Model with Authentication and Optimal Key Generation Based Encryption
Abstract: In digital forensics, ensuring the secure storage of digital evidence is crucial. This paper introduces a new method that uses advanced encryption and key generation techniques to protect digital evidence throughout an investigation. Cloud forensics, a modern approach to digital forensics, aims to safeguard evidence from online hacking. However, storing all evidence in one central location can reduce its reliability. To address this, we propose a digital forensics architecture for …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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ANN-Based Adaptive Rotor Current Control for DFIG Wind Systems: A Comparative Dynamic Analysis
Abstract: The variability of rotor current management in Doubly Fed Induction Generator (DFIG)-based wind energy conversion systems is crucial for maintaining stability in power extraction under fluctuating wind and grid circumstances. Traditional proportional-integral (PI) controllers, despite their ease of use, frequently exhibit diminished performance when faced with parameter uncertainty, nonlinear behaviors, and rapid wind fluctuations.This paper presents an adaptive rotor current control strategy, which is an Artificial Neural Network (ANN)-based approach …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 41–53 Read article
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Parametric Optimization of Tool Wear Rate in Side Flushing form of Die Sink EDM of EN-31 Die Steel
Abstract: Electrical discharge machining (EDM) is one of the most extensively used non-conventional material removal processes for manufacturing geometrically complex or hard material parts that are extremely difficult to machine by conventional machining process. EDM researchers have concentrated on achieving faster and more efficient metal removal rate coupled with a reduction in tool wear and improved surface characteristics. In this paper, the operating performance measures of side flushing type of electrical …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 72–80 Read article
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Productivity Improvement by Reducing Idle Time Using Queueing Theory
Abstract: In this investigation, the rail spring production unit performance to enhance the productivity by reducing the idle time is discussed. The objective of the paper is to improve the effectiveness, efficiency and selecting the most suitable system for production unit. The spring production unit has seven independent work stations namely; end tapering, bar heating furnace, coiling and quenching, tempering furnace, end grinding, chamfering, shot peening and hardness testing. We have …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Feature Fusion Based Iris and Retina Recognition System Using Kohonon Self-Organizing Mapping Neural Network Algorithm
Abstract: This paper proposes a model of biometric security with feature fusion based iris and retina recognition system. Though, a lot of research works have done for iris recognition system and it is not new for the fusion of multimodal iris recognition in the area of biometric security and authentication system. But, it is a relatively new idea of mixing iris and retina features for human authentication. Here, the features of …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Short-Term Load Demand Forecasting using Chaos Theory and ANFIS
Abstract: In the electrical power sector, forecasting of load demand is an important process for effective planning of future expansion and periodical operations including unit commitments, fuel scheduling, short-term maintenance, security assessments, reducing spinning reserve, reliability analysis etc. Accurate load predictions are also necessary to utilize the electrical energy efficiently and to minimize the conflicts between the demand and supply of electricity. As electric load pattern of a region is very …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 50–57 Read article
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A Decrease in the Encryption Latency Utilizing Transport Layer Protocols for Software Defined Networks
Abstract: Data centers and business networks are rapidly using SDN (Software Defined Networking), an emerging technology. It isolates the control plane from the underlying data or forwarding plane to allow more efficient and customized network control with a global view of the underlying network. A variety of encryption algorithms created for network-level data encryption and decryption must be used in a PC network for every application communication to be encrypted at …
Published in Journal Of Network security · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 24–38 Read article
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Modern Technology Demonstrates the Understanding of Forecasting in the Age of A rtificial I ntelligence and Big Data, Minds Versus Machines
Abstract: AbstractArtificial Intelligence (AI) is a machine learning process and it is the easiest and fastest way to implement business plan. Now a day, automation brings the most value for applying to narrow, repetitive and quick business decisions. It has made thousands of times a day, saving labor hours, replacing the more boring aspects of knowledge work. That’s why AI has proved successful at automating repetitive finance tasks, machine processes such …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 4–9 Read article
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The Effects of Dual Task Exercise Versus Task Specific Locomotion Training to Improve Walking Ability in Stroke: A Comparative Study
Abstract: Purpose of the study: The main aim of the study is to see whether the Dual-Task exercise versus Task Specific locomotion training improve gait/locomotion in chronic stroke patients. Participants: The study included a total of 30 participants, comprising both males and females, who had chronic stroke. All participants were at least limited community ambulatory individuals with Berg Balance Scale scores ranging from 41 to 56. Interventions: All the subjects were …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 13–28 Read article
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Effect of Electrochemically Synthesized Zno/CoO Nanocomposites on Optical, Electrical and Viscosity Properties of Polyvinyl Alcohol Films
Abstract: AbstractZnO/CoO nanocomposites doped poly vinyl alcohol films were prepared by casting method using water as a solvent. X-ray diffraction, IR spectroscopy UV-visible spectroscopy, and scanning electron microscopy techniques were used to characterize the synthesized nanocomposite films. Study of the structural changes and complexation of nanoparticles with polymer matrix were performed using X-ray and IR techniques. Optical characterization studies revealed a blue shift in the absorption edge with increasing nanoparticle concentration …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 52–62 Read article
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Design of Lowpass Filter with Improved Roll Off Factor using Coin Shape Fractal DGS
Abstract: This paper presents the design of lowpass planar filter with improved roll of factor. To improve the performance figures of filter such as return loss, roll off factor, compactness, etc. coin shape fractal defected ground structure (DGS) has been embedded in the ground plane of the filter. The proposed filter gives improvement of roll off factor about 5 times as compared to traditional filter design technique. Laboratory prototypes of all …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Embedded System & Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Performance Analysis and study of losses in GaAs Multi Junction Solar cells using Current and Voltage Measurements
Abstract: Cross section coordinated, triple-intersection sunlight based cells with strain repaid quantum spots (QDs) in the GaAs center cell were developed by Metal-Organic Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD). Structures with various quantities of QD layers are contrasted with gauge structures with no QDs. Quantum proficiency and light I-V estimations show an expansion in hamper thickness and debasement of the open circuit voltage for QD sun powered cells. The QDs don't work on …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Selective Attention Ability in Alcoholics and Non-Alcoholics
Abstract: Selective attention refers to the ability to focus on a particular activity by suppressing the background activities which may be taking place at the same time and the same place. The activity on which the focus is placed is termed as foreground and the other activity taking place simultaneously is called background. The present study aimed at studying selective attention in alcoholics and non-alcoholics by employing non-zero task and lexical …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 16–19 Read article
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Performance Characteristics of Pigeons (Columba Livia Domestica) Reared Under Deep Litter System in Ghana
Abstract: This study was conducted to assess the performance characteristics of the domestic pigeon reared under deep litter system in Ghana. For performance traits measurement, fifty (50) local pigeons were raised intensively over a period of five (5) months. In all, 25 males and 25 females were used. The birds were housed for five months in a deep litter house using the intensive system. Broiler diet was used to feed pigeons …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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Adoption of Managerial Skills for Strengthening Civil Engineering Construction and Infrastructural Development in Nigeria
Abstract: Managerial economy is vital for environmental and national development. Infrastructure development is that the basis of measuring the performance of democratic leaders and the inspiration of excellent democratic governance. This paper examined infrastructural development in Nigeria with in view of incorporating managerial skills for optimal performance. Challenges and way forward were checked for effective and efficient delivery of projects. Government has the facility to place in situ all measures that …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Fuzzy Inference System for Performance Analysis of Aspiring Research Students
Abstract: AbstractResearch play a very important role in the growth of any university. Number of research performs in an institute affects the rating of an institute. In this paper, we have discussed a new evaluation method is described to measures the performance of analysis of aspiring research students based on Fuzzy Inference systems and results are compared with the classical method. Through using Fuzzy logic approaches, we evaluate the research students’ …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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ECG De-noising Techniques and Optimal Feature Selection Using Principle Component Analysis
Abstract: AbstractECG (Electrocardiography) is used to record and determine the condition of the heart. This paper provides an overview of various ECG de-noising techniques that are used to eliminate different type of noises; therefore, noise reduction procedure to be performed to eliminate different type of noises such as baseline wander, dc offset and high frequency interference, and then the pre-processed signal is used to extract features from the ECG signal. This …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Back-Propagation Neural Network Based Speaker Identification Under Noise Distortion
Abstract: The aim of this paper is to evaluate the performance of the proposed speaker identification system where Wiener filtering technique has been used to eliminate the background white Gaussian noises and linear discriminant analysis has been used to reduce the dimension of the speech features. Since the audio signal captures more environmental noises than other biometrics modalities, the main emphasis of this paper is to analyze the problem domains of …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–6 Read article