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Aluminum and its Alloys to Recover from Corrosive Weather
Abstract: Corrosion is defined as deterioration of material, usually metal, because of reaction with its environment and which requires presence of an anode, a cathode, an electrolyte and an electrical circuit. Aluminum and its alloys are reactive to weather of exposure, e.g. ambient, acid and alkalis. Solid to pigments are prevented from corrosion by using inhibitors. Organic inhibitors are ever praised due to non-toxic performances. Basic processes are surface adsorption to …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 7–19 Read article
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Automatic Tyre Inflation And Deflation System in Automobiles
Abstract: Modern cars have a lot of features and electronic systems which support the driver in dangerous driving situations. Such systems are not only developed for keeping the cars under control, but they also try to improve the subjective feeling during driving and comfort. One of such systems has the task to measure and control the pressure of the tyres: Automated Tyres Pressure System (ATPS).The system is can be placed in …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Line Follower Car
Abstract: The line follower car is a machine, or we can say a robot, which follows the visible line on the surface or floor which is simply a black line on a white surface. This kind of a car has the ability to sense the line with the help of the Infrared Ray (IR) sensors which is installed under the car. After that the data which is collected by the sensors …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Optimization of Stellite Defect in Manufacturing of Engine Valves: A Review
Abstract: Intake and exhaust valves are the important components of an engine valves which are used to control flow and replacement of fuel gases inside the cylinder. This work mainly deals with defect known as stellite defect in different sizes of engine valves; and methodology adopted to prevent valve from stellite defect. Valve base material is low alloy steel (AISI 4140) and upper surface of engine valve is generally hard faced …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Oceanic Temperature Gradient as an Alternative Energy Source
Abstract: World is facing an energy crunch. To respond to the global warming, we either need a supply that has no carbon release or we need to find means to consume less energy. As the supply of non-renewable energy resources is depleting, there is a demand for new energy technologies. Oceans cover almost 70% of the earth’s surface, making them world’s largest solar collector. This paper discusses a new technological approach …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Recent Developments in Solar Photovoltaics and Thermal Hybrid Technology
Abstract: The electrical performance of solar PV panel decreases with increase in the panel/module temperature which is cause of concern in the summer season. To decrease the effect on electrical performance due to increase in module temperature, heat is extracted from the module and used as thermal energy. Heat exchanger or heat extraction device is put on the rear surface of the PV panel and working fluid or coolant is flowed …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 14–34 Read article
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Hydrogen and oxygen generation by Photoelectrolysis and Special Constructed Photoelectrolyzer Powered by Light Energy for Hydrogen Electric Vehicle Charging
Abstract: Today, pure hydrogen is produced by various industrial methods, including: steam reforming of methane and natural gas; coal gasification; biotechnology; electrolysis of water, etc. The most effective method for obtaining pure hydrogen is the use of photoelectrolysis of an aqueous solution of an electrolyte, flowing in a photoelectrochemical cell. In this method, the hydrogen in the photoelectrochemical cell is produced directly from solar energy. In a photoelectrochemical cell, a silicon …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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Passive Capillary Flow of Aqueous Working Liquids in the PMMA Microchannel Bends
Abstract: In this work, passive capillary flows or surface-driven capillary flows are recorded in polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) microfluidic devices using aqueous ethanol and aqueous isopropyl alcohol (IPA) as chosen aqueous working liquids. Microchannel bends are the chosen microfluidic devices with the selected microchannel widths of 50, 120 and 200 micron. This work will be useful to fabricate the PMMA laboratory-on-a-chip systems for bioengineering applications.
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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Synthesis of Isoamyl Acetate (Banana oil) Using Fly Ash Supported Nano Crystalline Solid Acid Catalyst
Abstract: A novel fly ash supported solid acid catalyst (HClO4/FA) has been synthesized by using F-type fly ash and HClO4 as precursor. The variation of surface and physicochemical properties of the fly ash by activation methods resulted in improved acidity and therefore, catalytic activity for acid catalyzed esterification reactions. The HClO4/FA catalyst was characterized by XRF, XRD, FT-IR, SEM and BET surface area. The catalytic performance of HClO4/FA catalyst was evaluated …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Preparation and Characterization of Activated Carbon from Bamboo by Chemical Activation
Abstract: In this study, an attempt was made to prepare an activated carbon (AC) from bamboo by chemical activation method. Phosphoric acid (H3PO4) was used as a chemical activation agent for the production of AC from bamboo under conditions of temperature 600 °C for 1 h. The AC is an excellent adsorbent and its applications are widely described in literatures. Prepared ACs, are characterized by standard methods XRD, SEM, FTIR, XRF. …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Effect of MoO3 as a Promoter in Cu-Mgo-Al2O3 (Hydrotalcite like Precursor) Catalyst for the Vapour Phase Hydrogenation of Cinnamaldehyde
Abstract: An attempt has been made to study the role of MoO3 as promoterin Cu-MgO-Al2O3 (hydrotalcite like precursor) for the hydrogenation of cinnamaldehyde in vapour phase at atmospheric pressure. It is interesting to note that the MoO3 addition plays an important role in maintaining enhanced activity and stability of the catalyst by avoiding agglomeration of Cu species during the time on stream study. The discrepancy in the catalysts was clearly monitored …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Synthesis of Copper Oxide Nanoparticles using Ultrasound for the Treatment of Textile Organic Dyes (Reactive Black 5 and Basic Blue 3)
Abstract: This paper describes the ultrasound assisted synthesis of copper oxide (CuO) nanoparticles using copper nitrate trihydrate and ammonium carbonate as reactants. The resultant product, copper carbonate was calcined at 400°C which was chosen based on the thermogravimetric analysis of copper carbonate precipitate. The final product CuO nanoparticles characterized by X-Ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscope (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDAX), particle size analyzer (PSA) and Brunner-Emmet-Teller surface area analyzer (BET) …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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An Efficient Synthesis of Annulated Novel Dihydropyridine Derivatives using Zeolite H-BEA and Zeolite BEA-SO3H
Abstract: Modified zeolite (zeolite BEA-SO3H) was synthesized with intent to improve the surface area and Si/Al ratio by loading chlorosulphonic acid onto zeolite H-BEA. Parent and modified zeolite were characterized by variety of characterization techniques such as, ICP, FT-IR, XRD, TGA, NH3-TPD,BET surface area, etc. The catalytic applications of parent and modified zeolite H-BEA were demonstrated through the synthesis of novel quinoline and benzoquinoline substituted dihydropyridines (DHPs) via one pot Hantzsch …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Nano-zirconia in current scenario
Abstract: This article is a study of nano-element form from various composites. Increase in surface area sensitive to medium under exposure has recalled trade specific issues to prevent usual use, to perform as a nano-culture subject. Thin-in-section has equivalently similar performance compared to those options which had rated from thicker constitutive. Synthetic methods to obtain nano-ZrO2 have been protocolized from sol-gel, co-precipitation, precipitation reversion, hydrothermal, microwave irradiation, thermal decomposition, and sonochemical. …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Crosslinked Starch Polymer for Coating on Fruit/Vegetable for Preservation Derived from Waste De-Oiled Soybean Cake
Abstract: Cross-linked starch films have been prepared by reacting starch extracted from de-oiled soybean cake (waste material from oil industry) with bio-based acids citric acid and tartaric acid. The obtained films were characterized by spectroscopic, thermal and surface morphological techniques. Thermal analysis showed that thin film has good thermal stability. The micrographs obtained from scanning electron microscopy showed the film surface has smooth and uniform morphology. Biological properties like cytocompatibility, antimicrobial …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 17–29 Read article
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Optimizing Milling Parameters in Face Milling Operation
Abstract: In statistics, response surface methodology (RSM) establish a relationship between several self or system explanatory variables and one or more response variables. Since many variables are involved to control the process, the requirement of some mathematical models to represent the process is found to be necessary. In order to extract the result by this statistical analysis, the experimental results will have to be processed using the analysis of variance (ANOVA). …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 60–76 Read article
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A New Multiband Square Patch Antenna with Sierpinski Gasket Slot and Fractal Koch Loop at Ground
Abstract: This paper presents a multiband square patch antenna with Sierpinski gasket slot on top surface of substrate and fractal Koch loop at ground. This antenna has been designed to operate at 0 to 3 GHz frequency range and operates at five different resonant frequencies. The Koch loop at ground surface provides irregularities in current distribution; this affects the radiation property of the antenna.
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Macro-flow Dynamics of Wind over C H and L type Buildings
Abstract: Synoptic and downburst winds are most prevalent in the Indian subcontinent. This paper presents the analysis of the dynamics of these two winds around different buildings using numerical simulation. ANSYS CFX 18 code has been used for the simulation. To maintain accuracy in the results, the grid independence test has been considered. Three commonly used building types C, H and L have been considered for the study. For each type …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 43–58 Read article
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A new method of phytoplankton concentration as a cycle of solving environmental problems and obtaining energy from high-quality biofuel (lipid oil)
Abstract: The stagnant zones of fresh lakes, formed due to increased reproduction of phytoplankton in stagnant water under the influence of the sun, pose a serious threat to the environment, leading to the death of phytoplankton and fish, releasing hydrogen sulfide and making the water unsuitable even for agricultural use. In this regard, the development of a method for concentrating phytoplankton from "green water" becomes an urgent task associated not only …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 55–61 Read article
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Characterization and Optimization of Neem Leaves and Moringa Seed Husk-based Composite Activated Carbon for Efficient Adsorption of Methylene Blue Dye
Abstract: The research in question was meticulously conducted within the premises of the Nigerian Liquefied Gas (NLG) Engineering laboratory, situated at the esteemed University of Maiduguri, Nigeria. This study focuses on the development and characterization of a composite material derived from neem leaves (NL) and Moringa seed husk (MSH) to adsorb methylene blue (MB) dye effluent. The synthesis process involved pyrolyzing MSH and NL at 400°C to produce MSH and NL …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 12–22 Read article