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Design and Construction of Solar Still-Solar Water Heater Hybrid for Small Scale Application
Abstract: AbstractSolar still-solar water heater hybrid for small scale application has been designed and constructed and tested in this study. The construction began with designing and developing isolated units of single-slope solar still, solar water heater and water storage tank separately. These were then coupled together to form the hybrid system. To test its efficacy, the hybrid was subjected to perform distillation alongside a conventional type single-slope solar still of the …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Prevention of Water Overflows and Leakages at MPCOE Campus
Abstract: Water is one of the fundamental necessities of human life, essential for a wide range of daily activities. People rely on water for drinking, cleaning, cooking, irrigation, and industrial processes. To meet these needs, water is often pumped from ground storage to overhead tanks. However, the use of non-automated switches to operate pumping machines can lead to significant issues, such as water overflow and unnecessary electricity consumption. The proposed system …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 43–51 Read article
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First Order Sliding Mode Control of Coupled Tank System
Abstract: This paper investigates the challenging problem of liquid level control in Coupled Tank Systems (CTS). CTS, characterized by its nonlinear behaviour and sensitivity to disturbances, presents significant control challenges. This report suggests and assesses several control measures to solve these problems. Mathematical models are developed to capture the system's nonlinear dynamics, and controllers such as Proportional-Integral (PI) and Sliding Mode Controllers (SMC) are designed. The PI controller effectively regulates the …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 Read article
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Design of Solar Water Heater System
Abstract: In this research paper studied about solar water heater with their construction and applications. If we see today’s scenario, the hot water uses increase day by day in industries, domestic and commercial purposes. In the current era, we are using various resources like coal, petroleum products, electrical energy etc for heating the water. These resources too expensive for heat the water. Solar power is the best resource for replacing the …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Design of Solar Water Heater System
Abstract: This research paper studied about solar water heater with its construction and applications. If we see today’s scenario, the hot water uses are increasing day by day in industries as well as in domestic and commercial purposes. In the current era, we are using various resources like coal, petroleum products, electrical energy, etc. for heating the water. These resources are too expensive for heating the water. Solar power is the …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Seismic Performance of RCC Elevated Liquid Storage Tank
Abstract: As compared to other Civil Engineering structures elevated liquid storage tank is the 2nd most vulnerable structure under earthquake excitation, reason is more the flexibility and more the mass causes the longer time periods. In most of the cases it is almost equal to or up to 4 seconds. This paper compares the seismic analysis of Intz, Circular and Rectangular shape elevated liquid storage tanks of capacity 250m3 in accordance …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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IoT and WPAN based approach for Water Quality Monitoring of Fish Farm
Abstract: AbstractTo make profit in fish farming, it is required to increase production and quality of fish. For this, it requires fresh water. As we know contaminated water cannot produce good quality of fish. Therefore it is required to monitor the quality of water. This paper proposed internet of things (IoT) based system for monitor the quality of water for pond and tank with respect to fish farming. Sensor and Inlet …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Water Distribution Network in Airoli City to Digha Village
Abstract: Water is a fundamental component expected for the food of life. Interest in drinking is expanding on a ceaseless premise with the related expanding populace. In India, the organic market of water is expanding and prevalent. Water dissemination network frameworks are intended to distribute water from a source in a sufficient amount, quality, and at good strain to every individual purchaser. The water circulation framework implies any mix of lines, …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 45–54 Read article
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Study on Solar Water Heater with Thermal Energy Storage System
Abstract: AbstractRenewable power supplies are progressively gaining increasing importance in all the nations. Specially, solar electricity, being non-polluting and inexhaustible, has obtained extensive interest among scientists and engineers. Although, there are many advantages, an essential factor is that solar power is time structured power source with an intermittent individual. Consequently, some form of thermal power storage (TES) is necessary for the only usage of this energy supply. Thermal energy can be …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 24–36 Read article
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Study on the Variations in Physicochemical Property Concentration in a Contaminated Fresh and Salt Water
Abstract: In this research, the dispersion of crude oil contaminated was subjected into laboratory observations and results were recorded. These results were used to develop and adopt mathematical models for a proper engineering experimental practice. 1.5m3 volumes of fresh water and salt water were filled in two tanks of equal fit at the same intervals along the tanks and depth, where samples were collected for the purpose of analysis of physicochemical …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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VALIDATION OF WATERSHED MANAGEMENT PLAN AT TARADGAON REGION USING GEOPHYSICAL & GIS TECHNIQUES
Abstract: Water is an essential requirement for the survival of the living organisms on earth planet. Though it seems to be available in sufficient amount, unfortunately its distribution in space and time is highly scattered. Therefore, water resources management practices should be identified using the spatial data set collected through remote sensing and other tools for its optimistic usage and exploration. This study investigates the utilization of Geophysical and GIS Techniques …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Controlling of Level Process in Non-Linear System Using Variable Frequency Drive
Abstract: Abstract—The objective of this paper is to investigate the Model Predictive Control (MPC) strategy, analyze and compare the control effects with Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) control strategy in maintaining a level of spherical tank system using VFD. An advanced control method, MPC has been widely used and well received in a wide variety of applications in process control, it utilizes an explicit process model to predict the future response of a process …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 24–33 Read article
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Site Suitability Analysis of Soil and Water Conservation Structures in Sillod Watershed, Maharashtra, India using Geographic Information System Approach: A Case Study
Abstract: Watershed development and management programs envisage the development activities along with sustainable utilization of natural resources would raise the living standards of watershed inhabitants. Construction of soil and water conservation structures is the main activity of watershed development program. Location of soil and water harvesting structures in watershed is very important factor for efficient watershed development program. Construction of water harvesting structures at best suitable location will not only conserve …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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Comparative Evaluation of Dodders, Giloy, Onion Peels and Fruit Waste-Prepared Composite Biochar Polymeric Adsorbent (CBPA) For Use in Wastewater Treatment
Abstract: Due to pollutants that have a negative impact on water bodies, wastewater treatment has attracted a lot of attention throughout the years. In many developing countries domestic and industrial wastewater treatment plants are lacking or not working efficiently for detergents due to the refractory nature of such chemicals. Generally the industrial wastewater is directly discharged into the existing water bodies (drains, nallahs etc.) after primary settling tanks. These refractory contaminants …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 72–80 Read article
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Simulation of Robust Control System for Hydroelectric Power Plant
Abstract: In this study, the modelling of a typical hydroelectric power plant with a high-water head and a long penstock is developed and implemented in MATLAB/Simulink. The proposed simulation system's models are created in a sophisticated way to allow for easy reuse. To compute and simulate hydraulic transients, the nonlinear properties of the hydraulic turbine, such as the elasticity of the penstock and the water hammer effect, were taken into account. …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 37–50 Read article
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Reuse of Wastewater Collected from Railway Station for Agriculture Purpose
Abstract: United nation has estimated that till we reach 2050, around 5 billion people were facing acute water scarcity problem worldwide. Due to unparalleled growth in India, increased water supply & sanitation coverage leads to release of increasing volumes of wastewater discharged into wastewater streams, our aim is to reuse that wastewater discharging out of railway station streams economically for agriculture purpose. For that we have collected & tested various samples …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Facile Fabrication and Characterization of Novel Sterculia Gum–graft-poly(n-isopropylacrylamide-co-acrylamide) Hydrogel for Efficient Removal of Cationic Dyes from Aqueous Solution
Abstract: Water is indispensable component of life. Contamination of water is a severe problem that affects human health, aquatic vegetation, and fauna. Aside from various effluents, a variety of cationic dyes generated by industrial effluents contributes significantly to water contamination. In this study, a sterculia gum graft-poly(n-isopropylacrylamide-co-acrylamide) hydrogel was made using a graft copolymerization technique with N,N′-methylene-bis-acrylamide as a crosslinker, ammonium persulphate as an initiator, and tetramethylethylenediamine as an accelerator to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 29–59 Read article
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Review on Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RASs) for Fish Growth
Abstract: The safe and healthy production of high-quality aquatic products is dependent on the use of a wide variety of water treatment equipment in recirculating aquaculture systems (RASs), which are models of intensive aquaculture facilities. With the use of bigger systems and improved production management procedures, significant cost reductions have been realised in the production of food fish. The work involved in handling fish must be minimised, and efficient tank rotational …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 39–43 Read article
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Innovative Approaches to Water Conservation in India: State-wise Case Studies
Abstract: India, a water-stressed country, faces significant challenges in managing its water resources. In response, various states in India have adopted innovative approaches to water conservation. This case study showcases state-wise initiatives, highlighting successes, challenges, and best practices. The study covers eight states: Rajasthan (Jal Bhagirathi Foundation's water harvesting structures), Gujarat (Check Dam initiative), Maharashtra (Jalyukt Shivar Abhiyan's watershed development), Karnataka (Malaprabha Reservoir rejuvenation), Tamil Nadu (Tamil Nadu Water Investment Company's …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Use of GIS and Electrical Resistivity Survey to Assess the Rainwater Harvesting Potential Carried in the Wadala Village Region of North Solapur Taluka, Solapur District for Watershed Management of the Region
Abstract: In watershed management, rainwater is the only source which needs to be conserved and collected from the open sources. The other way of collection is in the form of groundwater i.e. Aquifer. Solapur district receives average rainfall and the present selected study area receives poor rainfall, i.e., 534 mm. This village forms the major developed region in North Solapur, but due to high irrigation in the region over-exploitation has taken …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 24–38 Read article