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Soft Computing Based Prediction of Deviator Stress of Waste Plastic Reinforced Sand
Abstract: In the recent past, the soft computing techniques have received a significant attention for solution of the geotechnical stability problems. Following the trend, the present study tries to explore the use of different soft computing techniques such as random forest regression, support vector machines (SVM) RBF kernel, SVM poly kernel and M5P model tree for the prediction of deviator stress of sand reinforced with waste plastic strips. The deviator stress …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Analysis and Design for Homogeneous Earth Slopes
Abstract: In an aspect of geotechnical engineering problems, slope stability is a condition of inclined soil, waste heaps to withstand or undergo movement. The slope is an unprotected ground surface that can be situated at an angle of horizontal. Slopes are necessitated in the construction of railway embankments and highways, levees, bridges, earth dams, reservoirs and canals, etc., and are generally less expansive. Failures of natural and man-made slopes have demise …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 41–46 Read article
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Slope Remedial Work at Bukit Nanas, Malaysia
Abstract: Bukit Nanas is located in the center of Kuala Lumpur. A massive slope failure has occurred at Bukit Nanas that caused tremendous effects, where nine vehicles were buried and causing a massive traffic jam due to main road closure. A slope remedial work needs to be undertaken to rehabilitate the slope, since this location is critical as it connects many places in Kuala Lumpur. Slope stability analysis was carried out …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Information-Based Decision in Telecommunication: A Web GIS Approach
Abstract: Nowadays, information advantage and utilization has become a very important topic. Technology is rapidly changing and advantage depends more and more on the amount of information that is available in real time. Geographic Information System (GIS) is of great importance in accomplishing modern day task of information management. This paper focuses on the direct application of GIS solutions to telecommunications sector, how to achieve maximum output, reduce cost of service …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Assessing the Poisson Ratio of Reinforced Earth under Static and Dynamic Stresses
Abstract: Poisson’s ratio is an essential property of the soil strength and it is a measure of the amount of lateral strain in the soil sample caused due to the longitudinal strain of the soil. An attempt has been made in the present work to detect the variation in the Poisson ratio for reinforced and asphalt stabilized soil when tested under static and dynamic compressive stresses. Soil embankment model was prepared …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 50–56 Read article
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Pneumatic Car: Solution to Fossil Fuels
Abstract: AbstractUse of conventional source of energy such as petrol, diesel etc. has rapidly affected the environment by means of rapid emission of greenhouse gases such as NOx, SOx,CO2 etc. These modern sources of energy are readily available thus their consumption has increased over the years and it is assumed that after 30 years these conventional sources of energy will be completely exhausted from the modern arena, also there will be …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 18–27 Read article
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A Review Study on Occupational Health and Industry Hygiene
Abstract: Occupational health and safety are one of the most important aspects of human concern. Economic, social, technical, and political drivers are fundamentally changing the nature of work and work environments, with profound implications for the field of occupational health. Nevertheless, researchers and practitioners entering the field are largely being trained to assess and control exposures using approaches developed under old models of work and risks. The ideas and evidences discussed …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Recent Development in Safety Climate of Construction Industry
Abstract: Safety climate is of current interest to construction practitioners and researchers. The concept ofsafety climate has been actively explored in the field of industrial and organizational (I/O) psychology but is just gaining popularity in the construction industry. This paper purposes to review the literature of safety climate in a systematic manner and highlight future directions for safety research and development of safety practices in the construction industry. The value of …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Recent Development in Safety Climate of Construction Industry
Abstract: Safety climate is of current interest to construction practitioners and researchers. The concept ofsafety climate has been actively explored in the field of industrial and organizational (I/O) psychology but is just gaining popularity in the construction industry. This paper purposes to review the literature of safety climate in a systematic manner and highlight future directions for safety research and development of safety practices in the construction industry. The value of …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Study of Fire Safety Management for Hospitals in Amravati City
Abstract: Hospitals are considered a place of hope and offers sense of security in the aftermath of a disaster situation. Safe hospitals have symbolic social value; losing a health facility leads to a sense of insecurity and social instability. Disaster-resilient hospitals must be able to protect the lives of patients and staff and continue to function. Hospitals need to ensure structural safety, non-structural safety and functional safety. The responsibility to take …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 17–16 Read article
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Use of Multi Criteria Decision Making Methods in Assessment of Occupational Safety and Health
Abstract: Assessment of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) of process plants is an important aspect in safety management. Quantitative assessment is necessary to compare the OSH status of different plants. For this purpose, usually, an evaluation team is constituted which evaluates the OSH performance based on the available OSH related information. The evaluation team arrives at a decision through discussions and mutual agreement. However, while working in a group, there always …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 25–34 Read article
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Battery Management System: A Survey
Abstract: This paper deals with the study of Battery management system (BMS) and its applications. The design of various Battery Management unit for various applications is discussed here. Various ways of recharging the battery and protecting it from operating it from unsafe area is discussed in this study. The ways of protecting the batteries from various critical damages are also discussed here. The thermal aspects of the BMS is discussed here. …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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A Survey on High Frequency Radios and their applications
Abstract: This current workinvolves the study of high capacity radio relays (HCRR). The HCRR has a high data rate, usually used in military communications. It also exhibits excellent anti-jamming capabilities. The HCRR has very good error correction capabilities and also the interleaving is excellent. The work produces an overall study on the error probability found in the designs and also provides a brief idea of optimising it. The study also involves …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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Assessing and Ranking Health, Safety and Environmental Risks Through Analytical Network Process (ANP) Method in Cement Plant in 2020
Abstract: In today's competitive world, decision-making and management are based on risk assessment.Accordingly, the present study deals with assessing and managing the risks of Health, Safetyand Environment (HSE) aspects in cement factory through combining three widely usedmethods including FMEA, William and Fine, and EFMEA to determine and estimate the levelof risk, and to control and mitigate this risk using analytical network process (ANP) method.In this research, three ANP models were used …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 23–35 Read article
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Technology Strategy for Improved Safety Management in Steel Industry
Abstract: In last three-four decades, complete technological revolutions have been underwent in Iron and Steel industries. In a relatively short time, the steel industry has observed the almost elimination of hazard and cost inefficient old technologies to state-of-the-art technologies. Strategy for sustainable development is to increase the production value along with other aspects such as techno-economic effectiveness, effective utilization of resources, projection of occupational health and safety, and environment of employees …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 28–40 Read article
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An Innovational Approach for Assessment of Hypothetical Emergency Evacuation Distance in Pharmaceutical Industry
Abstract: Nobody predict an emergency or disaster situation especially one that affects them their employees and their business personally. The evacuation is a simple way to evacuate employee from workplace safely. It is very important that the evacuation is having a systematic approach, rules, regulation and design aspect concerns followed during the evacuation. There are number of principles factor and mathematical models which can simulate the evacuation systematically, so the evacuation …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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Human Powered Washing Machine
Abstract: AbstractThe power generated by pedaling is the transformation of energy which utilizes the human efforts to drive the wheel. It is a very common form of energy used in various types of applications like transportation for a long time ago. Altogether this form of energy can be utilized in various aspects. This study mainly focuses on the pedal-powered washing mechanism. The basics of this machine depend on the Principle of …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Hexapod Robot Platforms: Applications in Real-world Environments
Abstract: The main goal of this project is to present a fully constructed Hexapod robot with six legs for versatile movement and a wide range of degrees of freedom. While previous studies have focused on mobile robots, recent advancements have led to the development of impressive navigator robots that have practical applications. The Hexapod's multiple legs offer the advantage of easy customization and the ability to perform various gaits, including tripod, …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 54–64 Read article
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Analysis of the Extent of Patients’ Rehabilitation from Knee Injuries or Surgery using Recovery Indices
Abstract: Many major knee surgeries or injuries have long rehabilitation periods, during which the patients may have abnormal gait cycles. The patient transitions to independent exercises performed at home, which are crucial to recovery. Doctors need to have a means to closely track patients exercises for proper recovery. This research utilizes statistical analysis tools, which is applied to analyze gait parameters of patients undergoing the rehabilitation process at different stages of …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 27–40 Read article
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Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) Control for Total Harmonic Distortions Reduction of Multi-Pulse STATCOM
Abstract: In this paper proposed ANFIS System is adapted for controllable mitigation of Total harmonic distortions of STATCOM with Multiple pulse technology. Integrated power electronics device, Gate Turn Off (GTO) is used in switching mode with Voltage source convertor during application of distinct load conditions. The proportional and integrated Controller is replaced by a smart fuzzy logic controller that offers great support for harmonic mitigation by redefining the electrical magnitudes of …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 17–31` Read article