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Electricity Theft Detection in JSS Boys Hostel
Abstract: This paper proposes an IoT-based system for real-time detection and prevention of electricity theft. The system integrates energy meters, optocouplers, relays, Arduino Uno, and Node MCU. It monitors energy usage discrepancies and automatically cuts power to users exceeding a predefined threshold. This approach offers real-time theft prevention, automatic disconnection, and seamless integration with existing infrastructure. By leveraging IoT, the system empowers utilities to improve efficiency, reduce losses, and safeguard the …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Self-Cleaning Solar Panel Affects the Efficiency in Terms of Better Power Output
Abstract: AbstractSolar power is the best way to get green energy in modern era. However, some areas have limited sun access that limits the solar energy in those particular areas. Some areas having full sun access throughout the year are still facing the shortage of green energy due to some technical flaws or technology transfer issues. The efficiency of solar panels is a crucial part of work which directly affects the …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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IoT Based Smart Power Grid.
Abstract: An inefficient power grid can be affected by human mistakes, data loss, and manual circuit and logbook operation, which are all parts of how a power grid works. An IoT-based power grid is introduced to address the issue. Here, we may measure the circuit's current and voltage as well as its active (kW), apparent (kVA), and energy (kWh) powers. We can also use a computer or a mobile device to …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Application of GIS Web Based in Construction Management
Abstract: Project management is the process and task of planning, organizing, motivating, and controlling resources, procedures, and protocols to achieve specific goals in scientific or daily problems. In the construction world, it is crucial to monitor project management because each project has its duration and every contractor needs to complete the project within the given time. Moreover, exceeding the duration given will cause the penalty to the contractor which in turn …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Estimation of Pile Deviation at Slope Using Finite Element Method
Abstract: This paper presents results and discussion of the pile deviation, which occurred during slope construction at the Depot LRT Kampung Kuala Sungai Baru (KKSB) Ampang Line Extension Project. The piles at RW5 slope area deviated for almost 1 m from its original location which caused tremendous cost impact to mitigate and was time consuming. An investigation was carried out by referring to the Geotechnical Assessment Report and the simulation work …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 7–15 Read article
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Land Use and Land Cover Change Detection Study at Pennar River Estuary, Nellore District, Andhra Pradesh, Southeast Coast of India
Abstract: Coastal zones are the most valuable and dynamic places on Earth. A large portion of the world’s population has habitat coastal areas. Fertile coastal low lands, abundant marine resources, water transportation, aesthetic beauty and intrinsic values have long motivated coastal habitation. Two-thirds of the world’s fish catch, and many marine species, depend on coastal wetlands for their survival. The process of coastal morpho-dynamics has resulted in environmental problems such as …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Performance of Buildings at Different Soils using Pushover Analysis
Abstract: Earthquake has been considered as the most devastating calamity which may lead to loss of lives and properties as seen in 2001 earthquake at Bhuj, India. In India various buildings has been designed irrespective of the effect of dynamic load corresponding to different kinds of soil condition. So, in this study an attempt has been made to analyse different types of buildings viz. G+4, G+8 and G+12 under different soil …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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Indigenous Technique of Biochar Production and Effect of Biochar Application on the Geotechnical Properties of the Expansive Soils
Abstract: Expansive soils have been a source of risk to human beings as they causes huge economic loss including damage to buildings, roads and other civil infrastructures because of their low compressive strength and excessive settlement characteristics. One of the available options is to replace such soils before starting any civil engineering construction but looking to huge costs involved in replacement; it is generally not practiced nowadays. Another viable alternative is …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 50–63 Read article
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Negative skin friction and Neutral plan on the pile in collapsible soil:A Review Study
Abstract: The use of the pile in geotechnical engineering has become interesting due to the many challenges facing the installation process and the problems that may occur suddenly during construction if it is not taken into account. construction of piles in collapsing soil such as soft soil or gypsum soil leads to losses in the bearing capacity of the pile by creating an imaginary additional loading that is above the pile …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 6–25 Read article
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Soil liquefaction vulnerability assessment of Sylhet city based on SPT value
Abstract: Bangladesh is an earthquake-prone country due to its geographic location. Sylhet, a divisional city, is situated in Zone IV, the most seismically active area in the country, according to the Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC). A major earthquake can cause devastating effects in the subsurface, such as liquefaction, landslides resulting from a reduction of soil shear resistance. In this study, liquefaction potentiality of soil in Ward No. 9 of Sylhet …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 13–28 Read article
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Review of MB Lal Committee Recommendations for Petroleum Product Terminals
Abstract: AbstractThe IOCL Jaipur terminal fire and explosion on 29th of October 2009 led to 29 fatalities and amounted to a total monitory loss of $60 million. 60,000 KL of product was consumed in fire. The MB Lal committee was setup to analyse the incident and suggest various improvement measures to be undertaken to prevent such incidents in the country. The committee gave 118 recommendations. This review paper recollects the incident …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 44–48 Read article
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Corrosion Behavior of Welded Austenitic Stainless Steel in Different Environments
Abstract: Corrosion behavior of welded austenitic stainless steel in 0.5 M hydrochloric acid and wet-steam corrosive media has been studied. The immersion time in the corrosive media was 30 days to simulate the effect on stainless steel structures/equipment in offshore and food processing applications. Annealing heat treatment was carried out on the samples. The gravimetric technique was used for the corrosion tests. Seawater sample has highest weight loss of 4.0 mg …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 18–30 Read article
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Assessment of Hot Environment in Foundry Industry using Modified Heat Stress Index
Abstract: Indian foundry industry being one of the highest contributors where workers are exposed to varied health hazards attributed to fumes, dusts, gases, heat, noise, vibration and radiation. In step with the connection between atmosphere temperature and human thermal balance, living environments higher than 35°C or operating environments higher than 32°C were considered as hot environments. In hot-dry work place, workers exposed to extreme heat can experience occupation illness and injuries …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Evaluation of Heat Stress Exposure to Occupational Workers at Workplace
Abstract: Heat stress is considered as an occupational health hazard encountered in indoor as well as outdoor environments. In industries, many operations are carried out which involve either heat generating sources like boiler, furnace, dryers etc. or hot operations like welding, melting, glass blowing and pouring. Moreover, the extremes of temperature in summer also add to the level of exposure to heat stress. Exposure of occupational workers to heat stress can …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Experimental investigation on non-linearity in understanding large scale fires
Abstract: Fire doesn't spread in a uniform manner it has an unpredictable nature. The pervasive uncertainty associated with large-scale fires has resulted in the irreparable loss of invaluable human lives, natural resources, critical infrastructure, and systems. To combat this significant issue, substantial financial investments are made annually in research endeavours aimed at preventing and mitigating such devastating incidents. These dedicated research efforts strive to develop innovative strategies, cutting-edge technologies, and robust …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 27–40 Read article
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Simulation of Three Phase PWM Rectifier for Reduced Harmonics in Line Current using FOPID Controller
Abstract: Abstract: The proposed system is three phases PWM rectifier with current controlled loop which issued for harmonic reduction in A.C. current. The current controlled loop consists of FOPID controller which reduce peak overshoot FOPID controller has benefit in stabilizing DC voltage. The simulation confirms the effectiveness of the proposed method by giving low harmonics output and less amount of power loss in which switching time is controlled to increase energy …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Optimal Location of SVC by Particle Swarm Optimisation Techniques in Power System Networks
Abstract: AbstractIn power system networks, voltage stability is a main concern for safe operations. But recently due to their stressed operations for increasing load, voltage instability and voltage collapse are evitable, which are main problems in the power system. In this paper, the particle swarm optimization (PSO) technique have been used for optimal location of Static Var Compensator (SVC). The Optimal value of SVC at optimal location through PSO technique is …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Cryptocurrency Price Prediction Using Python and ML
Abstract: Predicting the price of crypto currencies is one of the popular case research in the information technological know-how community. Over the last two years, geopolitical and economic problems have risen, global currency values have fallen, stock markets have slumped, and investors have lost their wealth. This has created a new interest in digital currencies. Cryptocurrencies, one of the most well-known digital currencies, are in the limelight as investors want some …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 36–41 Read article
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Drip Irrigation Pipe Manufacturing Process and Defects in It- A Review
Abstract: In the development phase of drip pipe, conventional procedures for pipe extrusion line setup process were based on tryouts and then decisions to change the process parameters were made to minimize the errors occurring in pipe extrusion process of drip pipe. Every line setup needed the same methodology and hence loss of valuable time and material scrap. The variation of raw material supplies is also considered in this optimization process. …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 38–48 Read article
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Analysis and Design of Frequency Reconfigurable Microstrip Patch Antenna using PIN Diode
Abstract: A reconfigurable antenna provides modify dynamically its frequency and radiation properties, which will provides the intentional redistribution of the RF currents over the antenna surface. Also this type of antennas provides the dynamical response. The difference between the smart antennas is its lies inside the antenna rather than in an external beamforming network. The proposed structure was simulated by using the High Frequency Structure Software (HFSS) version 15.0. The simulated …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 17–23 Read article