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190 articles for “Water consumption”
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Comparative Assessment (Qualitative and Quantitative) of Industrial Wastewater from Different Units of Fabric Processing Unit
Abstract: Abstract Water, a natural resource, has been under severe stress due to increased consumption that followed industrialization. There is a greater need to optimize, reuse, recycle and treat the industrial and domestic wastewater as far as possible. In a wet processing industry in India, average consumption of water is about 45–80 liter per kg of fabric. Fabric processing unit of textile industry have varied effluents discharged from its machines that …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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House-hold Waste-water Management System
Abstract: AbstractThe wastewater quantity always exceeds the amount of water purified through R.O system in every household. This wastewater needs to be put to better use for other household activities like kitchen purposes, washroom, lawn etc. In this paper, a model consisting of integrated Programmable logic controller (PLC) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system has been proposed to manage wastewater coming out from Reverse Osmosis (R.O) system. The PLC …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Analysis of Existing Scenario of Sewerage Management in Gurugram and Forecasting its Future Demand
Abstract: AbstractWater, food and shelter are the basic needs of human beings but now become inaccessible resources. Due to the increasing demand for these resources, it cannot be met successfully by the conventional sources of energy. Indiscriminate rises in population imply industrialization, migration and the need for energy which leads to the environment degraded. In India, there are 113 river and vast alluvial basins to hold the groundwater. But due to …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 32–47 Read article
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Groundwater Contamination in Punjab Due to High Levels of Nitrate (NO3 - ) and Its Health Hazards: A Preliminary Report
Abstract: Punjab is facing a crisis due to high levels of heavy metals and nitrate concentration in groundwater of several districts of Punjab. The highest level of NO3 content of 2553 mg/l has been recorded in two villages of Patiala district. The concentration of NO3 in groundwater of seven districts of Punjab has been studied. The maximum content values range from 78.20 in Pathankot to 2553 mg/l in Patiala district, which …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 18–26 Read article
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A Physicochemical Analysis of Ground Water from Few Selected Areas of Maharashtra, India
Abstract: Water is one of the valuable natural resource known on Earth. It is important to all living organisms of different ecological systems, human health, food production and economic development. Release of hazardous waste disposals such as synthetic agricultural chemicals, weathering of rocks , leaching of soils, human activities such as littering of plastic bags, used water bottles, mining processes, etc…toxic wastes from various industries in water bodies is a serious …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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Hydroponic Farming Monitoring System - Automated System to Monitor and Control Nutrient and pH Levels
Abstract: With growing urbanization and limited agricultural land, sustainable agriculture is becoming a necessity. This project introduces a smart, space-saving, and automated hydroponic farming system based on IoT (Internet of Things) technology. The proposed system employs an ESP8266 NodeMCU microcontroller with sensors like a pH sensor and an ultrasonic sensor to track critical plant growth parameters like nutrient solution pH and water level. A relay module controls a water pump for …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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New Advanced Life Support System (LSS) for long-duration missions on the International Space Station (ISS) and Interplanetary Spacecraft
Abstract: Oxygen in the air and the water are vital for the smooth operation of the crews of the International Space Station and interplanetary spacecraft during long-term flights. Replenishing by the water, oxygen and micro algae biomass by delivering them to the International Space Station or to the interplanetary spacecraft is not economically viable. Therefore, the task arises of using and developing new systems that use the regeneration of oxygen, hydrogen, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 28–45 Read article
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Real-time Water Quality Analysis Using Fuzzy Logic
Abstract: Nowadays the availability of safe drinking water is very difficult. In our project we are analysing water quality using different parameters like pH, turbidity, temperature and TDS for determining its safety level by monitoring the data from the readings. Moreover, we have a monitoring system for the data and also a webpage where all the data from these system is displayed. The sensors are connected to an Arduino Nano microcontroller …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 01–11 Read article
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Ingenious System for Control of Multifunction Metering Using Graphical User Interface
Abstract: AbstractIngenious system for control of multifunction metering using graphical user interface is developed for monitoring electricity, water and gas consumption. Accurate billing is an important factor to manage household finances especially in difficult times. It is a tool that records amount of energy, water and gas used by a residence or Organizations. This system consists of Energy Metering IC module, Water flow sensor and Gas Detector at customer side. Prepaid …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Quality Assessment of Water Samples from East Godavari
Abstract: Water quality for irrigation purposes is very important. In present study the water samples are collected from both Raja mahendra varam (RJY) and Kakinada (KKD) of East Godavari District, local areas of Andhra Pradesh, India from water sources like Ponds, Canals, Bore wells in summer season in the month of May 2019. The water samples were analyzed to determine the concentration of physico-chemical parameters to assess the quality of water …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Innovative Approaches in Bioinspired and Biomimetic Membrane Technologies: Bridging Nature and Engineering
Abstract: Bioinspired and biomimetic membranes represent a ground breaking advancement in membrane technology, offering innovative solutions to critical global challenges in water purification, chemical separation, and energy conversion. These membranes leverage the exceptional transport properties of biological systems, particularly through the incorporation of aquaporin proteins, which facilitate rapid and selective water transport. This review synthesises recent developments in aquaporin-based membranes, highlighting their remarkable efficiency in desalination processes, where they serve as …
Published in International Journal of Membranes · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 53–60 Read article
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Water Quality Parameters And It’s Analysis Using IOT
Abstract: Water is the key to survival for all kind of living beings, in fact earth is the only planet on which life exists and the reason behind this is availability of water. If we consider statistically, approximately 70% of water each day goes untreated, and this untreated water ends up merging with all the waterbodies including underground water supplies. Due to underground water pollution the effect comes on crops as …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Assessment of Physico-Chemical and Microbial Analyses of Hand Dug Wells in Makeni Town, Sierra Leone
Abstract: The various water samples were analysed for residual chlorine, ammonia, fluoride, nitrate, sulphite, lead, arsenic, chromium, and bicarbonate levels from January to August 2024. The bacteria contamination was investigated to determine the safety of the water for the consumption of human. The temperatures across the four wells ranged 27.3oC to 30.0oC, with and average values ranging from 27.94oC to 29.15oC. pH values were within the WHO recommended guidelines range of …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 01–13 Read article
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Advancements in Ore Beneficiation Technologies: A Review of Modern Extraction Methods
Abstract: Ore beneficiation plays an essential role in the mining industry, as it facilitates the extraction of valuable minerals from their ores while ensuring maximum efficiency and minimal environmental impact. Beneficiation technologies have evolved significantly over time, leading to improvements in metal recovery rates and reduced waste generation. These advancements have enabled the mining industry to address increasing resource demands, with a particular focus on sustainability and cost-effectiveness. In this review, …
Published in International Journal of Minerals · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Solar Grow Net: Autonomous Greenhouse Monitoring and Control System
Abstract: The increasing demand for sustainable and efficient agricultural practices has led to the adoption of smart farming technologies that enable real-time monitoring and automated control of crop-growing environments. Traditional agricultural systems largely depend on manual observation and experience-based decision-making, which often results in inefficient resource utilization and inconsistent crop yield. To address these challenges, this work presents the design and implementation of an IoT-enabled solar grow net system for intelligent …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Embedded System & Applications · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Utilization of Treated Textile Dyeing Wastewater and GGBFS–Perlite Blends for Sustainable Cementitious Composite Development
Abstract: The increasing global demand for concrete critically intensifies the consumption of potable water, raising significant environmental concerns and depleting vital resources. Concurrently, the textile dyeing industry generates substantial volumes of wastewater, posing considerable disposal and pollution challenges. Our investigation explores a dual solution by utilizing treated textile dyeing wastewater as an alternative mixing water source, combined with ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) and perlite as supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 291–300 Read article
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Green Concepts in Industrial Buildings - Its Economic Implications and Potential Applications
Abstract: A green building should create delight when entered, serenity and health when occupied and regret when departed. Green buildings are considered as superior building not just from the aspect of its unique design and construction but even after post occupancy. Green factory building can have tremendous benefits, both tangible and intangible. The most tangible benefits are the reduction in water and energy consumption right from day one of occupancy. The …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Molasses to Ethanol Conversion Processes Overview: Process Simulation of the Beer-Ethanol Distillation
Abstract: The main target of this research is to give an overview of ethanol production and also to investigate the distillation process in a comparative way between the simulation and the lab tests. Different samples at different stages have been measured from the fermentation section to evaluate the ethanol production rate and concentration in each one of the fermenter as well as the PH measurements have been considered over six periods …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Fluorine Adsorbents in Water. A Compilation
Abstract: Fluorine constitutes 0.08% of the earth crust. This chemical element is found in the air, soil, rock, and water. Fluoride finds industrial application in the production of ceramics, pesticides, aerosol propellants, and refrigerants. Within the field of medicine, fluorides have been employed for several decades in the prevention of dental cavities. Scientific evidence affirms that fluoride is often harmful to health. Water is a very important vector of fluoride, which …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Performance Analysis of Abrasive Water Jet Machining Process for AISI 304 Stainless Steel
Abstract: Abrasive waterjet machining (AWJM) is a non-conventional machining process capable to machine wide range of difficult-to-cut materials such as ceramics, alloys, composite materials, etc. This paper investigates the effect of various process parameters on kerf taper, surface roughness and power consumption which are important performance measures in abrasive waterjet machining. The variable process parameters considered here include water pressure, traverse speed, stand-off distance and abrasive flow rate. Experiments were conducted …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 53–55 Read article