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Medium Voltage Direct Current: The New Technology for Distribution Networks
Abstract: AbstractThis paper will provide an update on the current state of the art with regards to the use of medium voltage direct current (henceforth abbreviated as MVDC) links to provide transmission network style flexibility to constrained distribution networks. MVDC is starting to be considered as an option for enhancing transfer capacity and providing increased power quality at distribution networks. Certain configurations can provide controlled power transfer between two 11 or …
Published in Journal Of Network security · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Effect of Various Parameters on the Performance of Single Slope Solar Still: A Review
Abstract: Concern for environment and ever increasing demand for energy, combined with relentless advancement in renewable energy innovations, are interested in the new opportunities to accomplish in the field of use of renewable energy resources. Till date, solar energy is the most clean, cheap and inexhaustible among all renewable resources. The power from the sun is many times larger than the present rate of energy consumption on the earth. Solar still …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Application of Computer Vision Algorithms in the Description of Mitotic Chromosome Metaphase Spread
Abstract: Mitotic chromosomes offer a unique opportunity to observe the nuclear genome by microscope, allowing analysis of its components individually. The karyotype is the visual description of the complete set of chromosomes of a typical somatic cell of a eukaryotic organism. These unique visual features that describe the karyotype are not easily distinguished in photographed microscopic images, most especially in laboratories located in the third world countries that cannot afford to …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Embedded System & Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Optimization of Sensing Parameters Using PSO, GAAlgorithms for Cognitive Radio
Abstract: Cognitive Radio (CR) is an emerging technology, which has the potential of being a disruptive technology, and will enable the future wireless world. In this radio, spectrum sensing is an appropriate tool to study surrounding environment in order to illustrate the suitable scenario for sharing spectrum between users.The main objective of spectrum sensingis to provide more spectrum access opportunities to cognitive radio users without interfering with the operations of the …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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Carbon Nanotubes: A Potential Reinforcement Material for Composites
Abstract: AbstractSince their invention almost 10 years ago by Iijima, carbon nanotubes have been the concentration of significant research. Various researchers have since then have reported surprising physical and mechanical properties for this new type of carbon. Having exceptional mechanical properties including strength, modulus, stiffness which exceeds all current materials, carbon nanotubes offer tremendous opportunities for the development of fundamentally new nanotubes reinforced metal matrix or metal ceramics composite materials for …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 19, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 42–49 Read article
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Operational Modelling and Analytical Analysis of Connecting Rod Using the Computer Aided Design
Abstract: The main objective of this study was to explore weight reduction opportunities for a production forged steel connecting rod. This has entailed performing a detailed load analysis. Therefore, this study has dealt with two subjects, first, static load stress analysis of the connecting rod, and second, optimization for weight. In this project, finite element analysis of single cylinder four stroke petrol engine is taken as a case study. Structural systems …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Re-balancing of a Mixed Model, Two-sided, Paced, Manual Assembly Line using Modified Highest Candidate Algorithm
Abstract: Manual assembly line technology has made a significant contribution to the development of manufacturing industry in the twentieth century. A conventional assembly line consists of one sided single model and a straight line layout. However, a mixed model two sided paced assembly line is considered for re-balancing in this paper. To balance the load of an assembly line, a modified highest candidate algorithm is suggested. The objectives of this case …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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Biomass Energy – A Sustainable Option for Power Generation in Rural India
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Energy is the basic driver of growth. Socio-economic growth is not possible unless energy security is ensured. The demand for energy in India is growing at a rapid rate. India is the world’s fifth largest energy consumer. This rapid growth in demand can be attributed to rise in population and increasing economic development. However, there is a great gap between demand and …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 1–19 Read article
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Monitoring Recent Vegetation Greenness Trend Impacted from Past Drought Events in Northern Arizona with AVIRIS and MODIS
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Northern Arizona has experienced a severe drought with significant impacts on various ecosystems. There have been extensive mortality and bark beetle insect population in conjunction with the multi-year drought. We evaluated remotely-sensed drought indicator with Airborne Visible Infra-Red Imaging Spectrometer (AVIRIS) hyperspectral data flown across the C. Hart Merriam Transect in northern Arizona and MODIS multispectral sensor. Drought impacts on vegetation …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 23–33 Read article
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The Integration of GPS and Remote Sensing: Vegetation Mapping around Shivpuri City (M.P), India
Abstract: A numbers of park are found in study area such as - Madhav National Park, Chironji Park etc. Integration of GPS and Remote Sensing technologies provide stereo images which allow topographic mapping and the functionality gives not only static display but also analytical process. The Shivpuri district has growth and developmental activities such as building and road construction, agricultural expansion and touristic activities etc. These activities have increased the land …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 63–67 Read article
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Forest Change Monitoring of Ghatsila, Musabani and Dhalbhumgarh Block of East Singbhum District, Jharkhand State using Image Subtraction, Image Ratioing and SAM Classification Method
Abstract: Forests and biodiversity is the key of all life forms. The richer the forest, greater the opportunity for economic development and adaptive responses to the challenge of climate change induced disasters. The forest area of Jharkhand is rapidly destroyed due to unscientific mining, industry induced air pollutants and human encroachment in forest area. This heavy deforestation activity has changed the ecosystem and environment. Recent advancement in remote sensing technology has …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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Development of an Integrated System Prototype to Improve Decisions in Land Use Planning and Management in Ethiopia, Hawzen
Abstract: Constitutional land use planning provides a means of legal control over changes in land use and provides an opportunity to allocate land use to areas best suited to that activity. However, since land use planning is not surveying properly and essentially only deals with suggestions to improve land use system. Land use planning and resource management is a challenging task to many developing countries, due to limited technical resource. Currently …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 41–52 Read article
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Detection and Identification of Fungal Pathogens by Multiplex PCR in Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients in Kancheepuram
Abstract: Tuberculosis is a common infection in developing countries. Pulmonary tuberculosis is the most commonly associated disease in cases of secondary aspergilloma. Fungus infection is gradually becoming commoner and has been difficult to evaluate since diagnoses were seldom confirmed. Multiplex PCR method provides a rapid, simple, and reliable alternative to conventional methods to identify common clinical fungal isolates. Hence, this study was taken up to find the fungal co-infections among TB …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Diagnostic Methods for Hepatitis-C Virus and Tuberculosis Coinfection among HIV Infected Individuals: A Review
Abstract: HIV is the chronic viral infection documented worldwide. HIV virus infects and destroys helper T cells (CD4) leading to a number of immunological deficiencies among which Hepatitis-C Virus (HCV) and Tuberculosis (TB) are the major. HCV is a RNA virus that infects the liver leading to cirrhosis, hepatocellular carcinoma and is a leading cause of deaths in HIV/HCV co-infected patients. Tuberculosis, the most common opportunistic infection in HIV positive patients, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 38–41 Read article
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Bacteriological and Yeast Profile in Clinical Samples from Immunocompromised Persons (Especially in HIV and Cancer Patients) and Their Antimicrobial Susceptibility Pattern
Abstract: AbstractImmunocompromised host describes a patient who is on increased risk to acquire infection due to congenital or acquired abnormality of the immune system. In the past few decades, the population of immunocompromised hosts has expanded enormously, due to the increased use of immunosuppressive conditions like HIV, cancer, etc. This study was planned to know the spectrum of organisms and trend of antimicrobial susceptibility pattern in immunocompromised patients. All hospitalized patients …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Peer Tutoring: Student as Teacher and Teacher as Facilitator
Abstract: Peer tutoring refers to an instructional method that uses pairings of high-performing students to tutor lower-performing students in a class-wide setting or in a common venue outside of school under the supervision of a teacher. The terms “tutoring” and “mentoring” will be used synonymously, as the role of tutor also includes maintaining a supportive and encouraging relationship with the tutee. This paper throws light on how peer tutoring promotes learning …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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‘Nano- A New Gambit joins the ongoing Battle against Cardiovascular Diseases’ I. Towards Nanocardiology
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Despite numerous advances, cardiovascular diseases are on the rise and continue to record high mortality worldwide. Thus an effective prevention of this will demand new diagnostic and therapeutic measures aimed at early, subclinical disease phase. Today’s novel approaches are being more centered on the understanding of molecular basis of disease processes. At this requirement, the recent materialization of molecular imaging has set …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2011 · pp. 1–19 Read article
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Edible Transgenic Plant Vaccines – An Overview and Update
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-IN X-NONE X-NONE Plants are used as bioreactors to express antigenic molecules to be administered as vaccines. Edible transgenic plant vaccines (ETPV) are plant materials (recombinant protein subunit vaccines), and the edible plant tissue functions as an oral vaccine. ETPV are mucosal targeted vaccines where stimulation of both systematic and mucosal immune network takes place and these diminish the utilization of conventional animal or bacterial …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2011 · pp. 6–19 Read article
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Micropropagation Protocol for Mass Multiplication of Stevia rebaudiana (Bert.) Bertoni: A Natural Sweetener
Abstract: AbstractStevia rebaudiana (Bert.) Bertoni is a small perennial herb of the family Asteraceae. It’s sweetening power ranges from 100–300 times more than sucrose. The sweet compounds found in Stevia leaves are diterpene glycosides (steviol glycosides), eight diterpene glycosides with sweetening properties have been identified in leaf tissue of stevia. It is reported to be hypoglycemic, hypotensive and effective in curing skin disorders, tooth decay etc. The market opportunity appears great …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Microbial Fuel Cells (MFCs): A Recent Advance in Power Generation
Abstract: Continuous use of petroleum fuels is now widely recognized as unsustainable because of their depleting supplies and the contribution of these fuels to the accumulation of carbon dioxide in the environment. Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) provide new opportunities for the sustainable production of energy from biodegradable compounds. The construction and analysis of MFCs require knowledge at both scientific and engineering fields. Therefore unfolding MFC systems involves an understanding of these …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 17–23 Read article