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A Study on Stabilization of Black Cotton Soil Using Fly Ash and Plastic Fibres
Abstract: AbstractSoil stabilization is most important for the construction which is widely used in connection with road pavement and foundation construction because it improves the engineering properties of soil such as strength. Utilization of industrial waste materials in the improvement of soils is a cost efficient and environment friendly method. Stabilization of the expansive soil is studied by using fly ash and plastic fibres. The present investigation is to evaluate the …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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Effect of the Position of Geotextiles on the Strength Characteristics of Subgrade Soil in Bituminous Pavements
Abstract: In the past 20 years, many new road improvement techniques have revolved around the use of geosynthetics. Geosynthetics may be used in those areas where the soil remains saturated part of the year or over clay and moist silty weak subgrade soils. The quality and life of pavement is greatly affected by the type of subgrade, subbase and base course materials. Subgrade soil is the bottom most layer of the …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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An Experimental Studyon Behaviourof Piled Raft Foundation
Abstract: Piles in piled raft are often considered as settlement reducers, not load bearing members. Theexperimental study focuses on the behaviour of piled raft foundation subjected to vertical load. The model rafts were made of mild steel plateswith plan dimension 160 mm ×160 mm × 10 mm. The model piles used in this test were non-displacement piles of diameter 10 mm.Three lengths of piles were used in the experiment to represent …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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Mitigation of Expansive Soil Problems by Using Helical Piles with Additives
Abstract: In this study, nine essential additives in addition to three mixed additives with different ratios have been chosen and implemented during the installation of helical pile. The choice took into consideration that some of the additives were cheap and available in the local market; others were waste materials such as ceramic, brick fragments and coal fly ash. Some relatively expensive additives such as silica fumes were also added because it …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 30–40 Read article
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Bearing Capacity of Double Box Shaped Skirted Footings on Sand
Abstract: The double-box-shaped footing with and without skirt and sand-resting pressure settlement behavior was discussed in this paper. Different parameters are normalised skirt depth (0.25 to 1.5), relative sand density (30 to 60 percent) and sand footing interface state (partially rough and rough). Results of this study showed that a general and local shear failure was observed at a relative density of 50 percent and 60 percent, and 30 percent and …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Shear Strength Behavior of Different Soils
Abstract: The magnitude of shear strength of soils plays a major role in determining bearing capacity of shallow footings, frictional resistance for piles, stability of slopes, etc. for the safe and economic design of civil engineering structures. Based on the ideas of different researchers, shear strength of clay can be improved either by mixing sand or gravel, silty sand with gravel, and sand either with silt or gravel or granulated blast …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Selection and Mechanism of using active gas in GTAW Process – A review
Abstract: Gas tungsten arc welding process is known for its good quality welds. However, the lack of penetration of the process leads to low productivity. Many techniques have been implemented in the past to improve the joint penetration and thereby the productivity of GTAW process. In one of the technique, active gas like Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen or Oxygen is used in some proportion along with the inert gas. This addition of …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 49–61 Read article
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Assessment of Carbon Fibre (CF) and Carbon Nanotube (CNT) as Supercapacitor Electrode on Surface Activated Nickel Foam
Abstract: In present paper, an attempt has been made to compare the potential of two different carbon-based materials, Carbon Fibre (CF) and Carbon Nanotubes (CNT), as electrode materials. These two materials are compared against each other in terms of their dimensions, volume of deposition on Nickel foam and their performance under Cyclic Voltammetry (CV). It was observed that owing to the dimensions of the depositing material, CNT (nano-sized carbon) electrode reflected …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Performance Analysis of Complimentary Pass Transistor Logic Based Multiplexer Using Dual-gate FinFET Technology
Abstract: AbstractThis paper presents the design and analysis of double gate FinFET complimentary pass transistor logic (CPL) multiplexer. The circuit of multiplexer (MUX) using CPL is used for comparison of performance parameters like average power consumption, rise/fall time, delay, slew rate, PDP and EDP. Multiplexer is a digital circuit, it has inputs and select line; select lines are used for select input lines to transfer data to the output end. The …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 41–48 Read article
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Real-time Implementation of Binary Mask Algorithm for Hearing Prosthetics
Abstract: As the current speech enhancement algorithms can give results for improved speech audibility only. So, our main motivation is to develop speech enhancement algorithm that would improve performance in speech for hearing impaired persons. In this paper, an algorithm is presented for improving speech intelligibility. Various speech enhancement algorithms were developed but only some of them can be used for real time hearing aid applications. This proposed algorithm can be …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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Real-Time Composition: Its Applications and Educational Potential
Abstract: In this paper, the notion of Real-Time Composition (RTC) is discussed as a practice that has emerged and being consolidated with the increasing use of computationally controllable real-time generative music algorithms. RTC was developed through the use of interactive music systems and is nowadays more or less ubiquitous. The principle of RTC can be also be employed in a performance involving just humans, and parallels between RTC and musical practices …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 33–40 Read article
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Development of Overall Process Effectiveness for Continuous Flow Line in a Semiautomated Manufacturing System
Abstract: This paper presents Overall Process Effectiveness (OPE), a performance measurement approach in a manufacturing system. OPE evaluates the process parameters of continuous flow production that affect the performance and reliability of the process. Based on the overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) concept, OPE focuses on the evaluation of production processes that involve human and machines. The developed OPE is validated through a case study ininjection molding (IM) industry. OPE plays a …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 43–53 Read article
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Advances and Challenges in the Development of High-performance Silicon Carbide (SiC) Power Devices
Abstract: Due to its distinct features, silicon carbide (SiC), a wide-bandgap semiconductor material, has attracted a lot of attention lately. SiC has superior electrical characteristics compared to silicon, making it an attractive material for high-performance power electronic devices. SiC-based devices can operate at higher temperatures, higher voltages, and higher switching frequencies, which can result in increased power density and efficiency. Recent advances in SiC device technology have led to the development …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Enhancing Fire Performance of Steel Reinforcement in RCC Structures: A Comprehensive Investigation
Abstract: The assessment, repair, and rehabilitation of fire-damaged structures have become crucial due to the rise in significant building fires.This particular field necessitates proficiency in various domains including concrete technology, material science and testing, structural engineering, and repair materials and processes. Researchers and developers are currently engaged in extensive efforts to tackle the challenges related to improving the fire resistance of steel reinforcement in reinforced concrete (RCC) structures. These endeavors involve …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 33–40 Read article
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A Study of the Effect of Sodium Hydroxide and Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Surface Treatments on Natural Fibers
Abstract: Due to its accessibility, environmental friendliness, renewability, CO2-neutrality, flexibility, low density, and low cost, natural fibre (NF) can have a significant impact on the area of fibre reinforced polymer composite (FRPC) as a reinforcing material. Banana fiber (BF)/calotropis gigantea fiber (CGF) could be a potential candidate for synthetic FRPC replacement. Plant derive banana and calotropis gigantea fibers are valuable NFs that are abundantly available in Bangladesh. The purpose of this …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Air Flow Analysis on a Barrel Carburetor and a Barrel Intake Manifold
Abstract: The experiment performed was to determine air flow, velocity, pressure and turbulence through an adaptor plate between a 2-barrel carburetor and a 4-barrel intake manifold. We first created the part using SolidWorks making sure to include 2 body parts that allowed a smooth transition of air through the intake. We then uploaded an assembly instead of a singular part to ANSYS to ensure the airflow read was accurate, as well …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 27–23 Read article
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Development of cruise control for two wheelers
Abstract: In the modern day automotive autocruise control system there is a control loop which controls the throttle that is usually controlled by the driver with the handle lever, and maintains the speed of the vehicle at a preset speed which offers safety and fatigue less drive to the driver. In the proposed work, throttle valve of the carburetor is operated in two ways, manually by throttle handle and automatically by …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 100–104 Read article
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Comparative Study of Various Injection Methods for Reducing Engine Heat of Internal Combustion Engine
Abstract: To maintain a proper engine temperature and better combustion of internal combustion engine anexperimental study is conducted with mixing additional substance into the combustion chambermixed with petrol. The additional substance added are water, hydrogen and methanol. Out of thethree substances mixed with the fuel, the overall engine temperature and combustion is identified.The injection method is organized using a fuel injection system or by a carburettor. Three differentmethodswerestudied,includingmethanol,water,andhydrogen.Theenginewasnaturallyaspirated and operated at …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 7–17 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Modified Cold Mix Asphalt by Some Waste Materials
Abstract: The aim of study is to evaluate modified CMA volumetric, mechanical and durability properties by some waste materials. Previous studies described that the mechanical properties of CMA are shown to be influenced by different factors including base bitumen grade, porosity of the mix, curing time and additives. The current research is designed to use the waste and by-product materials as filler to enhance the conventional CMA early age strength. Hence, …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 33–53 Read article
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Microstrip Leaky-Wave Antenna with Reduced Ground Plane
Abstract: ABSTRACT This paper is aimed to find the microstrip leaky-wave antenna. The above antenna has become interesting due to its simple shape and geometry. This paper uses a reduced ground plane which can improve the bandwidth of the proposed antenna. This antenna has been simulated on CST-microwave suit software and got fabricated on PCB. The simulated measurements show that the proposed antenna achieves an operating bandwidth of 800 MGHz for …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 33–37 Read article