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83 articles for “transport properties”
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Comprehensive Review of the Fundamental and Functional Properties of Crystalline Materials
Abstract: Crystalline materials, characterized by their highly ordered atomic arrangements, serve as the backbone of modern engineering and technology. This review provides a detailed examination of their diverse properties, categorized into mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical domains. We analyze fundamental mechanical parameters such as the elastic modulus, yield strength, and fracture toughness, alongside functional behaviors like fatigue and creep. The discussion extends to thermal transport and expansion, electrical conductivity and resistivity, …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Debris Flow Kinetics in Planetary Environments: A Systems Perspective
Abstract: Debris flow kinetics in planetary environments represent a critical intersection of geomorphology, fluid mechanics, and planetary science. These gravity-driven flow mixtures of solids, liquids, and gases play a key role in shaping planetary surfaces and recording environmental histories. This study adopts a systems perspective to analyze debris flow behavior across different planetary contexts, emphasizing the interconnected roles of material properties, energy transformations, and environmental forcing. By integrating rheological models with …
Published in International Journal of Universe · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 08–17 Read article
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Neuromorphic Self-Learning Polymer–MXene Photovoltaic Composites with Embedded Memristive Energy Routing for Adaptive Solar Energy Harvesting
Abstract: This dynamic and fast-growing intelligent renewable energy system requires photovoltaic materials that can autonomously adapt to fast-changing environmental conditions. In this study, a novel system is proposed for adaptive harvesting of solar energy based on Neuromorphic Self-Learning Polymer–MXene Photovoltaic Composites (NSPMPCs) with embedded memristive energy routing networks. To boost the charge generation and charge transport in the polymer–MXene heterostructure, the flexibility and processability of conductive polymers are integrated with the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Impact of Polymer Chemistry on Population and Land Use Pattern to Identify Black Spot
Abstract: The incorporation of polymer chemistry has become more essential in the design and upkeep of roadways, greatly improving their strength, adaptability, and overall effectiveness. The use of polymers in road building mainly focuses on the alteration of bitumen (asphalt) and the creation of novel pavement materials. The roads are one of the best and most suitable modes of transport for every person in India, but in this highly populated country, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 540–548 Read article
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Metamaterial-Based Thermal Shielding Structures for Reusable Hypersonic Space Transportation Systems
Abstract: The rapid development of reusable hypersonic space transportation systems has intensified the need for advanced thermal protection technologies capable of withstanding extreme aerodynamic heating conditions encountered during atmospheric re-entry and sustained hypersonic flight. Conventional thermal shielding materials often suffer from high structural weight, limited adaptability, thermal fatigue, and degradation under repeated thermal cycling. This study proposes a novel Metamaterial-Based Thermal Shielding Structure for Reusable Hypersonic Space Transportation Systems, integrating engineered …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Evaluating the Performance, Emissions, and Combustion Characteristics of CRDI Diesel Engines Using Pine Oil Blends as a Sustainable Fuel Alternative
Abstract: The performance of Common Rail Direct Injectors (CRDI) diesel engines is examined in this study in relation to interacts of pine oil used as an alternative fuel. Finding sustainable fuel solutions is of paramount importance given the growing environmental concerns and the decreasing supply of fossil fuel resources. Pine oil, obtained from resin tapped from pine trunks and processed through steam distillation to separate turpentine from rosin, offers a viable …
Published in International Journal of Machine Systems and Manufacturing Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 24–33 Read article
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A Hybrid Multi-Physics Ensemble Deep Learning Framework for Simultaneous Prediction of Thermal and Electrical Conductivity in Functional Polymer-Based Nanocomposites
Abstract: Polymer-based nanocomposites have become promising materials for applications in energy storage, flexible electronics, biomedical devices, aerospace components, and advanced engineering because of their tunable thermal and electrical properties. Reliable prediction of these properties is essential for accelerating material design; however, existing analytical models and conventional machine learning techniques often fail to represent the complex interactions among filler characteristics, polymer matrices, processing conditions, and interfacial transport phenomena. This work presents HMEP-Net, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1062–1082 Read article
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An Investigation into the Quality of Distillate Diesel Fuel at Selected Service Stations in Freetown’s Western Area
Abstract: As a critical energy source for global transport and industry, diesel fuel quality is of paramount importance. This study evaluates and compares the quality of diesel fuel samples by analyzing key parameters: sulfur content, density, cetane index, and kinematic viscosity. The properties of diesel fuel samples from six (6) Fuel Stations of various Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) are compared with National Technical specifications limits of the Sierra Leone Standards Bureau, …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Acoustic Sensing for City Flow: Quasi-Supervised Recognition of Sirens and Traffic for Urban Mobility Intelligence
Abstract: This paper frames environmental audio as a mobility telemetry source, extending a benchmark urban-sound corpus with transportation-critical classes—ambulance, firetruck, police, and traffic—and training spectrogram-based models under a quasi-supervised regime to support real-time city operations; leveraging 10-fold protocols, class-weighted objectives, and audiospecific augmentations (time stretch, pitch shift, SpecAugment, PatchAugment), the system benchmarks multiple CNN backbones combined with self-supervised learning paradigms enable the extraction of rich, discriminative acoustic representations, achieving strong multi-class …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 42–50 Read article
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Smart Car Parking and Maintenance Systems: Leveraging IoT for Efficient, Sustainable Urban Transport
Abstract: One of the main objectives of the smart city aspect is to facilitate sustainable mobility, and one vital component of that is the creation of an intelligent parking system. The solution to the parking issue cities face is the allocation and monitoring of parking spaces. Using the results of this survey, we have investigated this issue. As a result, an effective parking management system is now required. We can provide …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Heat Transfer Analysis Between Two Aluminium Parallel Plates With Natural Convection
Abstract: As a type of energy, heat can be transferred from heated systems using the natural convection heat transfer method, which has several uses in different industries. Natural convection method of heat conveyance is suitable in many cases due to absent of any external sources like fan. The transfer of this kind of energy can be listed as electrical and electronics equipment, nuclear reactors, domestic convection, dry cooling towers, thermo siphons, …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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An overview of Nanocrystalline Hydrogenated Silicon Thin film Transistor
Abstract: This article elaborates and comprehends an overview on nc-Si:H TFT's, detailing and highlighting the topics like fabrication methodology, properties/stability, modelling, characterization techniques, challenges and futuristic scope/applications.With the growing demands in commercialization of Solar Cells (low-cost photo voltaic devices), Large Area Displays (like OLED’s), Thin film electronics (FPD applications), pixel switches, wearable/flexible electronics and so on, has prompted researchers to develop nc-Si:H TFT's (an alternative solution) which can out perform the …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 27, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–23 Read article
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Computational Modeling of Polymer Semiconductors for Electronic Applications
Abstract: Polymer semiconductors have become important materials in modern electronic applications because they combine semiconducting behavior with mechanical flexibility, low-cost processing, and tunable molecular structure. Their growing use in organic field-effect transistors, organic photovoltaics, organic light-emitting diodes, and flexible sensing devices has increased the need for accurate computational approaches that can predict material properties and device performance before experimental fabrication. This paper reviews the major computational modeling techniques used for polymer …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 132–146 Read article
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Synthesis of Graphene-CeO2 Nanocomposite with Enhanced Electrochemical Properties
Abstract: For the fabrication of graphene–cerium oxide (CeO₂G) composites, 99 mg of cerium oxide (CeO₂, 99.9%) was uniformly dispersed in 100 mL of deionized water via ultra-sonication (40 kHz) to achieve a stable suspension, followed by the incorporation of 1 mg of synthesized graphene. The resulting mixture was maintained at ambient temperature (25 ± 2 °C) under continuous magnetic stirring at 500 rpm for 2 h to promote effective interfacial interaction …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1355–1373 Read article
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Advances in Polymer-Based Nanocomposites for Moisture-Sensitive Applications
Abstract: Polymer-based nanocomposites have emerged as promising materials in sensor technology due to their superior mechanical, electrical, and environmental stability. These advanced materials offer unique advantages, such as enhanced sensitivity, durability, and adaptability to various environmental conditions, making them highly suitable for sensor applications. One of the most significant breakthroughs in this field is the integration of semiconducting nanoparticles (NPs) within a polymer matrix, which has led to remarkable improvements in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 145–152 Read article
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Advanced Composite Materials for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: A Comprehensive Study
Abstract: EV chargers are thought to be a major determinant in the adoption of EVs in present transport systems. The performance and durability of these charging stations highly depend on the materials applied in the construction of these charging stations because these materials should be very reliable, durable and efficient. The current paper reviews the current literature on advanced composite materials relevant in the construction of the EV charge station. Recognitions …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 401–415 Read article
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A Review on Properties of Natural Fiber Reinforced Composite Materials for Automotive Application
Abstract: The use of composite polymer matrix materials is growing rapidly in automotive, marine and aerospace applications due to their light weight and recyclable properties. In the automotive industry, the use of polymer matrix for interior panels, trims, exterior panels and fender assemblies is rapidly increasing in the 21st century. It also stimulates the use of polymer compounds reinforced by natural fibers. Natural fiber polymer composites are a growing industry due …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 915–922 Read article
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Exploring Lactic Acid Bacteria in Nasiriyah’s Locally Manufactured Cheese
Abstract: This investigation aimed to identify and diagnose lactic acid bacteria in locally produced cheese. Forty-eight isolates were obtained by categorizing them according to their phenotypic and microscopic features. After conducting biochemical tests, we acquired ten bacterial isolates from the Lactobacillus species. The VITEK 2 instrument was utilized to distinguish the samples to the species level with a threshold for the Lactobacillus genus. In the city of Nasiriyah, visiting the various …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 15–23 Read article
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Liposomes Innovative Role as a Drug Delivery System: A Detailed Analysis
Abstract: The first nanomedicine to be approved for use in clinical settings was liposomes. These are the spherical vesicles with a bilayer of phospholipids enclosing a middle empty aqueous region. Because of their extraordinary potential to stop medication deterioration and lessen unwanted effects, liposomes are being utilized more and more for targeted drug distribution. For targeted drug delivery, the pharmaceuticals can be integrated into the liposomes' aqueous space or phospholipid bilayer. …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Polymeric Approach in Microplastic Degradation Mechanisms
Abstract: Microplastics (> 5 mm size), are silently infiltrating ecosystems on a global scale. The persistence of microplastics in terrestrial and aquatic surroundingss poses a significant ecological and surroundings challenge. Thus, understanding and development of effective degradation mechanisms to mitigate the persistence of microplastics in the surroundings is required. Natural degradation pathways, such as photodegradation, biological degradation, and abiotic degradation have been explored. Polymeric materials possess unique properties that can be …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 165–172 Read article