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915 articles for “materials engineering”
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An Experimental Study on The Effect of Geopolymeric Composite Reinforcement on Soil Subgrade for Flexible Pavements
Abstract: The use of geo-synthetics, such as geotextiles, has the potential to enhance the inherent engineering and geotechnical properties of subgrade soils that exhibit poor conditions. The use of geotextiles in pavement construction has many advantages, including enhanced subgrade strength and the ability to construct flexible pavements that are both efficient and cost-effective since it reduces the pavement thickness. In the realm of flexible pavement system development, the significance of subgrade …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 132–140 Read article
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Real-Time Air Quality Prediction Using IoT-Integrated Polymer Sensors and Recurrent Neural Networks
Abstract: Real-time air quality monitoring remains a critical challenge in urban environments, where traditional sensor infrastructures often suffer from limited responsiveness, poor scalability, and high deployment costs. The increasing prevalence of NO₂ pollution, a key contributor to respiratory and cardiovascular ailments, demands advanced sensing platforms capable of both accurate detection and predictive inference. Existing methods either rely on rigid electronic sensors lacking adaptability or on statistical forecasting models that fail to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 332–347 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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Design and Development of Onion Storage Shade for Better Ventilation and Longer Life
Abstract: Onions are one of the most important cash crops for farmers in India and many other countries. However, most harvested onions are lost every year due to improper storage. Traditional storage methods, such as keeping onions in heaps under trees, in closed rooms, or in poorly ventilated sheds, do not provide sufficient airflow. As a result, moisture accumulates, leading to sprouting, fungal growth, rotting, and physical damage. These losses reduce …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Horticulture · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 31–41 Read article
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Review of Diagrid and Conventional Frame Systems for Modern Building Design
Abstract: The demand for high-rise buildings in modern cities has accelerated the development of structural systems that balance safety, efficiency, and architectural innovation. Conventional moment-resisting frames, though widely adopted, often become inefficient in tall structures due to higher material consumption and greater lateral displacements under seismic and wind loading. Diagrid systems, defined by their diagonally inclined members forming triangulated grids, provide an alternative approach with enhanced lateral stiffness, reduced drift, and …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 47–53 Read article
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Optimization of Lightweight Polymer Composites Using Finite Element Analysis Machine Learning and Topology Optimization Techniques for Aerospace Applications
Abstract: The advancement of aerospace engineering depends on lightweight polymer matrix composites (PMCs) because they help decrease weight while improving fuel efficiency and payload capacity together with increased structural integrity. Research developed a computer program comprising FEA with ANN and TO optimize high-performance PMCs through integrated design approaches. The combination of Python-controlled LS-DYNA simulations measured hybrid composite laminate resistance to impact while an ANN model obtained data from simulations to forecast …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 693–709 Read article
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Study of Contact Temperature During Polishing of Zinc Plate with Ultrasonic Vibration Using Single Pole Magnetic Abrasive Finishing
Abstract: The present work scrutinizes the impact of ultrasonic vibration on the contact temperature during polishing zinc plates with Single Pole Magnetic Abrasive Finishing (SPMAF). The efficacy and eminence of FMAB finishing are pointedly influenced by heat generation at the interaction point, as raised up temperatures can lead to the deprivation of abrasive elements or the bonding material inside the brush, which leads to the fading its overall effectiveness. The magnetic …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1239–1247 Read article
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Review on Design and Development of Cleaning and Cooling System for 15 kw (Thermal) Down Draft Gasifier with Producer Gas Analysis
Abstract: In this global world, energy crisis is increasing day-by-day, but fulfilling of that energy by conventional energy generation produces pollution problem and it is also costly. The process of biomass gasification was carried out in a downdraft gasifier by using different biomass like neem wood, babul wood, coconut coir and sugarcane bagasse as feed materials. The product gas or syngas produced was studied by varying parameters like temperature of operation, …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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Innovative Approaches to Improve Electrochemical Machining Performance
Abstract: New developments in material science have invented high-strength temperature-resistant (HSTR) materials with many extraordinary qualities. Now a day's these advanced and smart materials such as nickel-based super alloys, stainless steel and tool steel are the demands of automotive, aerospace, electronics, medical devices and communication industries for production of more durable and reliable products. Machining of these materials is a challenge and traditional manufacturing techniques are often found unfit for the …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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A review on Design of Gene Therapy and Its Potential for Craniofacial Regeneration
Abstract: One of the most talked-about topics of the 21st century is gene therapy, which holds the promise of treating many diseases. Current gene therapy research explores a wide range of potential treatments, such as enhancing the body’s immune response to tumors, promoting the formation of new blood vessels in the heart to mitigate heart attacks, and preventing HIV replication in AIDS patients. Gene therapy involves the introduction, alteration, or replacement …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Concrete with Replacement of Fine Aggregate from Scrap Tyre Rubber Dust
Abstract: Concrete is the most widely used construction material in the world in which cement and aggregates are the main constituents. This has led to continuous and increasing demands of natural materials used in the construction. Present study aims to explore the potential utilization of scrap tyre rubber in various Portland cement concrete categories for the production to study the structural behaviour of concrete, and to help partially solving environmental problem …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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Soil to Scheme from Nano Compose
Abstract: This research work is study of events and problems over nanomaterials formed to reticulate natural security. Protein-based NMs have been built from molecules capable of self-assembly, e.g., micelle-like structures. Henceforth, polysaccharides have secured as natural correspond to present as compounds, e.g., in plants, pectin, guar gum, etc.; in animals, chitosan, chondroitin sulphate etc.; in algae, alginates etc.; and in micro-organisms, dextran etc. Nano-encapsulation has served to increase stability, delivery and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Advanced Ceramic Matrix Composites in Rocket Nozzle
Abstract: In earlier days rocket nozzles were made up of monolithic ceramics, zirconium, and nimonic alloys. Though the materials have the capability to withstand enough temperature, they have the drawbacks such as manufacturing cost & time, strength to weight ratio.In order to cut the manufacturing cost & time, the strength to weight ratio and also to improve the capability to withstand high temperature, a composite material—C/SiC—shows enough required properties in the …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 32–40 Read article
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A Review on Conversion of Residential Building into Green Building by using Thermal Properties
Abstract: AbstractHumans build homes and buildings for protecting themselves from the natural consequences of environment, but it also led to impact the environment in so many ways. For the construction of the building, many trees are cut down for creating a space for different infrastructures. The usage of wood from the trees for the manufacturing of furniture as well as daily needs of the humans leads to the deforestation that has …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Investigation of Microhardness and Microstructure Using Friction Stir Welding of Dissimilar Aluminium Alloys
Abstract: In this paper Friction Stir Welding (FSW) of two dissimilar aluminium alloys (AA5083 and AA6061) was successfully carried out by considering their advancing and retreating side during the process. It was observed from this experiment that the materials located on advancing side experience a longer contact under the shoulder of tool during process. This contact causes deformed and undeformed material to get larger contact with each other, so that the …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 37–44 Read article
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A Review on Effect of Aluminium & Silicon Powder on Response Variables in Powder Mixed EDM
Abstract: In this paper, for machining different materials, the blending of aluminium and silicon powders into the dielectric liquid of electric discharge machining (EDM) has been studied. Different process parameters like peak current, powder focus, powder grain size, obligation factor, pulse on time, pulse off time, spout flushing and duty cycle has to be specific. The execution of procedure is done regarding response factors like tool wear rate (TWR)/electrode wear rate …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Effectiveness of Extensional Damping Using Rubber as Layer
Abstract: Structural damping treatments are free layer damping and constrained layer damping, made of metal and viscoelastic layer combinations which help to reduce vibrations. A free layer damping (FLD) treatment also known as Extensional Damping is formed by applying a coating of a damping material to one side of a structure. The treatment may be symmetric or asymmetric, and applied to beams, plates or shells in bending or in tension. In …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 36–39 Read article
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In-depth Evaluation of the CBR Method in Flexible Pavement Design
Abstract: The California Bearing Ratio (CBR) value of the subgrade is a crucial parameter utilized in the design of flexible pavements, as recommended by the Indian Roads Congress (IRC). The choice of materials used in constructing the pavement can significantly influence its overall design and performance. Pavements play an essential role in ensuring traffic flows smoothly, safely, and efficiently. Generally, pavements are categorized into two types: flexible and rigid. Flexible pavements …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Soil Stabilization with Demolished Concrete
Abstract: Soil serves as engineering media for the construction and preserve or destroy artifacts of human endeavors. This step of construction process bears such a great importance because it can cause foundation failure due to the insufficient bearing capacity of the soil. Stabilizing of soil in an economical way is complicated task,by this project we are going to increase the soil strength for the foundation by adding demolished concrete. As demolished …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 22–25 Read article
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Analysis and Design of Coaxial Fed Microstrip Antenna on Multilayer substrate at Terahertz Frequency
Abstract: AbstractThe paper presents the performance of an antenna on a three-layered substrate material analyzed to enhance the electrical parameters such as bandwidth and gain of a microstrip antenna. A regular rectangular microstrip antenna design has been updated to a planar parabolic horn design for improving bandwidth to up to 30 times provided by a rectangular patch. The design has been simulated at 0.6 THz resonant frequency using Keysight’s ADS (Advanced …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 11–14 Read article