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199 articles for “Chemical engineering”
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Polymer Chemistry in Biomedical Applications: Advances and Innovations
Abstract: Polymers have revolutionized biomedical sciences by playing a crucial role in medical devices, drug delivery systems, and tissue engineering. It is important to note that their unique combination of biocompatibility, mechanical strength, and chemical versatility makes them essential for applications such as implants, prosthetics, and diagnostic tools. Biomedical polymers are categorized into natural types (e.g., collagen, chitosan) and synthetic variants (e.g., polyethylene glycol, polylactic acid), each offering distinct benefits depending …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 Read article
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Biodiesel Blends in Diesel by Improvement of Cold-Flow Properties of Karanja and Jatropha Biodiesel
Abstract: In this paper performance analysis of blends, Method for improving the cold-flow properties of jatropha and Karanja based biodiesel are described. Biodiesel fuels made from saturated fatty acids will have a greater cloud point and pour point than those obtained from unsaturated fatty acids. Thegoal of this study is to look at the cold flow parameters of 100% biodiesel and biodiesel mixes in diesel engines. The cold flow characteristics of …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Performance of Circular Model Footing Resting on Sand Bed Reinforced with Vertical Reinforcement in Dry Condition
Abstract: Soil stabilization is the process of improving the engineering properties of the soil. The good old method of stabilization is by using the chemicals stabilization, whereas the recent method of improving the strength of the soil is by using the vertical reinforced earth. In the present work sand is filled in the 250x250x375 mm MS tank by using sand raining technique at a relative density of 67%. MS circular plate …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Surface Engineering of Materials: A Review Based on Applications
Abstract: Surface characteristics of material play an important role for various applications. Like, there are many applications of the polymeric membranes in the fields of biomedical, filtration, food processing from the past few decades. But various problems have been faced in their applications due to bacterial and non-bacterial contamination on the surfaces. Many researchers have investigated the surface chemistry and roughness of the membranes to identify their properties and the difficulties …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 45–56 Read article
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Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulations of Horizontal Wellbore Cleaning and Cement Placement Processes in Drilling and Completions Engineering Applications
Abstract: Mathematical modeling and simulations of complex coupled processes require both robust and accurate physics-based techniques. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) have been used extensively in a wide range of fields such as aerospace, automotive, and chemical processing industries to name a few. Typically, processes during drilling and completion of wells involve modeling of complex rheology fluids, turbulence modeling, multiphase phenomena, and heat transfer. Each individual process could possibly result in a …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 26–39 Read article
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Utilization of Phase Changing Material for Enhancing the Thermal Performance of Engine
Abstract: AbstractThis paper represents an experimental investigation of light duty petrol engine. This engine is utilizing the wasted energy in the form of heat to improve the start-up time of engine. The complete experiment has been carried out to for selecting best suitable PCMs by conducting experiments on Maruti 800 engine. The aim of the present research work is to reduce starting time of engine by utilizing the heat stored in …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 Read article
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Educational Research Review on the Engineering of Droplet based Microfluidics
Abstract: AbstractDroplet based microfluidics as a subject is interdisciplinary among materials science, biochemistry and microengineering, having the wide range of applications from advanced materials to biomedical sciences. Control on droplet volumes and manipulation result into coalescence, mixing and sorting for chemical reactions inside droplets under specific experimental conditions. Surface properties and geometry of the fluidic microchannels are the important factors of droplet generation. This comprehensive review on droplet based microfluidics is …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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A Review on Stabilization of Expansive Soil Using Different Methods
Abstract: Expansive soils are difficult soils for construction purposes because of their cyclic swell/shrink behavior. These soils undergo significant expansion when subjected to an increase in water content or shrink under evaporation condition (when water out). Bulging soils can be improved in several ways. Either by adding materials such as cement, lime, sand and adding river mixture soil. or these soils treated with chemical additives. When added to expansive soils in …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 32–40 Read article
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Evaluation of Chemical Application as Pilot to Improve Oil Production from High Viscous Oil in Sandstone Reservoir
Abstract: Chemical injection stimulation is one of worldwide proven technologies for viscosity reduction and mobility enhancement. The principle mechanism is to reduce heavy oil viscosity by injecting of active chemical agent solution into reservoir as huff and buff practice, the agent solution is act at near wellbore area by remove plugging of heavy organic material, Energy support due to large quantity of stimulation liquid being injected into the formation, viscosity reduction …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology Read article
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Polymeric Hybrid Systems Engineered with Multiple-Stage Energy Absorption for Temperature Control
Abstract: Polymer–composite based phase change systems offer an effective strategy for adaptive thermal management; however, most existing systems exhibit single-stage latent heat transitions, limiting their applicability in environments with fluctuating thermal loads. In this study, a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) polymer matrix was reinforced with two microencapsulated paraffin-based phase change materials (PCM-A and PCM-B) to achieve multi-level latent heat storage behavior. The fabricated TPU/PCM-A10–B20 polymer–composite demonstrated two distinct endothermic transitions at approximately …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 146–155 Read article
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Nuclear Medicine: A Boon to Society
Abstract: AbstractNuclear medicine is a rapidly developing branch of medicine which uses radioisotopes for diagnostic imaging and therapy. All nuclear medicine investigations and therapeutic procedures require highly specialized equipment. Nuclear imaging is a method of producing images by detecting radiation from different parts of the body after a radioactive tracer material is administered. The images are digitally generated on a computer and transferred to a nuclear medicine physician, who interprets the …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Improved Thermal stability of Boron treated Coir MDF boards
Abstract: Coir fibre a biodegradable natural fibre extracted from the husk of the coconut (Cocos Nucifera L.), traditionally used for manufacturing ropes, carpets or mattresses is now being used for manufacturing composite panel boards and could extensively substitute for wood and engineered wood products whose applications ranges from packaging to construction materials. Coir composite panel board samples were chemically treated with preservative solutions carrying combinations of Borax and Boric Acid with …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 33–40 Read article
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Importance of Engineering of the Protein Molecules: A Review
Abstract: Engineering of the proteins is a powerful tool for production of the novel proteins that serve as catalysts to induce selective chemical and biological transformations that would not otherwise be possible. The methods of rational and random (methods entailing evolution, selection and the screening) are employed for the purpose to alter the specificity of the substarte profiles of selectivity through mutating the enzymes. The proteins identified through these techniques are …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 5–30 Read article
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Study of Physical and Chemical Properties of Heavy Waxy Crude Oil from Cambay Basin Using Rheometer and Cross-Polar Microscope
Abstract: Production of heavy crude is quite difficult as the pressure drops from reservoir to production facility are quite large. This often leads to the precipitation and deposition of common organic solids (paraffin). These solids may deposit on surfaces, collect in low-energy regions or increase the effective viscosity of the flowing fluid. The net effect is an increase in pressure drop for a given rate through reduction in flowing area or …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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A Review on Extraction of Liquid Fuel from Waste Plastic
Abstract: Liquid fuel is a plastic-based derived fuel. A rapid economic growth and consumption of plastic across globe, it creates a negative impact on environment and affects the human health. The consumption trend of natural fossil fuel and other renewable resources indicating that a resources are depleting after a certain decades. Thus, to find an alternative energy to secure the future demand of world. Waste plastic are attractive way to address …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 34–40 Read article
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Advances in Biopolymer-Based Surgical Implants: A Polymer Chemistry Perspective
Abstract: Biopolymers have emerged as a promising class of materials for surgical implants due to their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and ability to mimic natural tissue properties. These materials play a crucial role in modern biomedical engineering by reducing adverse immune responses and enhancing tissue integration. This paper explores the role of polymer chemistry in developing biopolymer-based surgical implants, highlighting key polymeric materials. These polymers are making them suitable for diverse biomedical applications. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Advanced Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites: Processing, Nano-Modified Adhesive Technologies, Interfacial Engineering, Durability, and Structural Applications—A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites are considered to be one of the most universal categories of advanced engineering materials owing to their unique properties such as outstanding strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, fatigue durability, and wide opportunities for design. Innovations in the fields of fiber reinforcement, polymer matrix system, composite manufacturing technologies, and nano-modified adhesives technology have greatly extended the range of applications of this type of materials in aerospace, automotive, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 980–990 Read article
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Composite Behavior of Bagasse Ash Stabilized Expansive Soil with Sodium Benzophenone Under Curing Conditions
Abstract: The present investigation examines the development of a hybrid composite using Black Cotton (BC) soil, Bagasse Ash (BA), and Sodium Benzophenone (SBP) as performance-enhancing elements. Different ratios of BA, a silica-rich agro-industrial by-product, were added to improve pozzolanic reactivity and particle size distribution (0%, 6%, and 12%). SBP was added in the range of 0–0.6% as a compatibilizer in order to enhance interfacial adhesion, particle cohesivity and moisture-assisted deterioration resistance. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 1134–1146 Read article
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Advancements in graphene reinforced metal matrix composites: A comprehensive review
Abstract: The Present pollution norms insist automobile manufacturers to make use of ultra-high specific strength materials i.e., materials ahead of conventional metal matrix composites (MMCs) with micro-sized reinforcements. With the advent of nanomaterials, nanocomposites are being developed with properties that overcome the limitations for metals or composites with micro-sized reinforcements. In recent years, the family of graphene-based materials, in particular, graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) reinforced MMCs offering promising solutions to revolutionize the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 177–189 Read article
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Molecular Transport Kinetics of Non-Polar Solvents Through AGNP Filled EPDM Elastomeric Composites
Abstract: EPDM Based rubber composites can be used in tank and pipe lining works. In these applications one of the major requirements is that the composite must have good fluid permeability and chemical degradation resistances in their working environment. In order to enhance the performance of EPDM rubber to suit these applications, scientists and engineers are trying to develop novel nanocomposites by incorporating nano fillers. In the present work, to ensure …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 993–1006 Read article