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Risks in Construction Industry of Mangalore
Abstract: The study of risks in construction industry is an open-ended experiment as not many references are available for comparison. The geographical divide of India poses a challenge to the construction fraternity due to varied factors of risks involved in construction activities and it is not possible to give a common risk matrix for construction projects in India. It invariably has to be divided into smaller segments and the geographical area …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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A Review of Fire Retardants for Commercially Important Polyurethane Foams
Abstract: The review covers various additive and reactive fire retardants used to render flexible and rigid polyurethane foams fire retardant. Literature sources are mostly from technical publications, patents, books and handbooks since 1962. Various fire retardants such as phosphorus-containing compounds, halogen-containing compounds, nitrogen-containing additives, silicone-containing products and miscellaneous organic and inorganic additives have been used to render polyurethane foams fire retardant. Some heatresistant groups such as carbodiimide, isocyanurate and nitrogen-containing heterocycles …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–36 Read article
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Properties and Characteristics of Lean Concrete Made with Recycled Coarse Aggregate and Fly Ash
Abstract: Qualitative aggregates have become scarce and expensive in various places in India, due to rapid enhancement in infrastructure activities essential for the development of new construction facilities. The use of waste materials in construction appears to be an attractive proposition because of their low cost, environmental considerations and depleting source of quality aggregates, if good performance can be ensured through appropriate technology. The problem of disposal of waste generated from …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 13–26 Read article
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Enhancing Blended Concrete Characteristics: A Comprehensive Review of GGBS and Steel Slag Effects from Performance and Sustainable Perspectives
Abstract: Avinash Kumar1, *, Sanjeev Kumar Verma2 Abstract Blended concrete, incorporating supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), has gained significant attention in the construction industry due to its potential to improve concrete properties and promote sustainability. This review article provides an extensive examination of how two commonly utilized Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs), namely Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) and Steel Slag, impact the properties of blended concrete. The review aims to provide …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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Microgrid System Control Identification and Evaluation for Enhanced Dynamic Operation
Abstract: Networking the distributed generators (DG) in a microgrid system involves a large number of electronic components and filters. Small changes or drifts in operating conditions as well as disturbances at the point of common coupling can excite the associated eigenvalues giving rise to slowly growing instability in the system. This article considers the stability of a microgrid system consisting of a micro alternator, wind generator, photovoltaic (PV) system, fuel cell …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 33–44 Read article
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An Efficient Energy Management System for the PV Grid Tied and Battery Backed Up Systems for the Small Load Applications
Abstract: The energy management and the associated tools are gaining attention for the different applications. The concept of the Home Energy Management System (HEMS) is finding its usefulness in recent years. This paper explores the idea of HEMS with a small system comprised of a conventional grid, a PV source, and battery storage. The complementary action of the grid, solar generation, and the battery stored energy is functioning together to meet …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Automatic Traffic Monitoring and E-Challan Generation Using Matlab
Abstract: This paper deals with the efficient traffic management and automatic challan generation. In this era of modernization, with increasing number of vehicles it is quite impossible for Traffic Officers to maintain Traffic Rules in large Hi-Tech cities. So our aim is to minimise the work load of traffic personnel by automating a system that will itself detect a vehicle if it breaches the traffic laws. Using Matlab further process of …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 9–11 Read article
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110kV Primary Substation Automation Based on PLC and SCADA
Abstract: This research paper describes the automated switch control of 110kV primary substation by using SCADA and PLC ladder logic. The basic idea behind substation automation is to monitor the switchyards in substation. In substation, many relays and circuit breakers are used. When any one of the breakers are tripped, serious issues may happened and hence, it required monitoring and controlling through sophisticated system like SCADA. In this project, signals are …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 5–13 Read article
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Smart Car Parking System with ALS Sensor using myRIO
Abstract: This project deals with the design of an intelligent car parking monitoring system utilizing ultra-sonic sensor, DC motor where as an ambient light sensor using myRIO controller in LabVIEW. The system focuses on low power sensor based system, designed to monitor the number of vehicles entering the parking and to control the light intensity required for sufficient lighting in the parking area. The system is designed to be implemented in …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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Design of High Voltage Generation through Cockcroft–Walton Voltage Multiplier Circuit: A Review
Abstract: There are several advantages of High voltage DC (HVDC) system. However, the main limitation of the HVDC system is the generation of HVDC. Therefore, the objective of the paper is to emphasize the design of a high voltage generation through Cockcroft–Walton Voltage multiplier circuit. This paper focus on development in Cockcroft-Walton Voltage multiplier circuit since decades, various other topologies available, designing parameters of Cockcroft–Walton Voltage multiplier circuit. The paper tends …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 42–50 Read article
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Object Detection Using Deep Learning Algorithm
Abstract: Object detection is a computer technology related to computer vision and image processing that deals with detecting images of semantic objects of a certain class (for example cars, buildings, etc.) in digital images and videos. To detect objects, there are many algorithms available, in this paper YOLO algorithm is explored for detection of objects on real-time data. You Only Look Once (YOLO) is a state-of-the-art real time object detection system …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Estimation of Heat Transfer Rate with Conjugate Gradient Method
Abstract: In thermal system, a considerable amount of heat leftovers with the exhaust flue gases. Appropriate arrangement to recover this waste heat may contribute to the enhancement of overall utilization of the energy supplied to the thermal system. In this study, heat transfer rate is approximately determined using inverse heat transfer concept. Simulated temperature readings have been taken at the measurement location on the mild steel rod. Conjugate gradient method (CGM) …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Numerical Modeling of Elastoviscoplastic Material Model in Strain Space
Abstract: Conventional material non-linear analysis works with stress-space plasticity. It uses yield function, loading-unloading criteria, and flow rule in terms of stress parameters. It shows ambiguity in loading-unloading criteria for softening materials. During such situations, an alternative strain-space formulation becomes quite useful to carry out analysis of such materials. The viscoplastic response of materials requires the time integration of system of non-linear first order differential equations. In viscoplasiticy, the constitutive equation …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Surface Modification on Copper (Cu) with Pen-Shaped Plasma Torch
Abstract: The paper presents an experimental investigation on surface modification of copper (Cu) material by plasma treatment using pen-shaped plasma torch. Plasma is used for a variety of industrial applications like surface modifications, surface activation, and surface treatment for coating technology. The plasma device construction here is simple and effective. This development was required because available device is not useful for practical applications due to limited effective surface treating area. In …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 40–47 Read article
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Performance Analysis and Emission Study of a C.I. Engine using Butanol, Biodiesel and Diesel Blends
Abstract: Biodiesel, which has been projected as an alternative to diesel fuel, can be made an attractive and viable substitute by use of a non-glyceride type of readily available, renewable and economic resources like acid oil. The production and consumption of biodiesel will increase in future due to ecofriendly, and possibility of use of existing engines of a motor vehicle without the need for major adjustments. Biodiesel and diesel fuel are …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Dynamic Analysis of Isotropic Annular Plate using Finite Element Method
Abstract: The vibration and harmonic response of isotropic annular plates have been examined in order to determine the frequency parameters and resonance amplitude. The employment of finite element is made in this study. The effects of thickness ratios and diameter ratios are investigated on natural frequencies and resonance point for isotropic annular plates. Different combinations of three types of boundary conditions i.e. clamped-clamped, clamped-free and free-clamped end conditions are considered at …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 7–18 Read article
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Vibration Mechanics of Hybrid Al 5083/SiCp/Fly Ash Composite Plates for its Use in Dynamic Structures
Abstract: Metal Matrix composites are a unique class of materials, with specific characteristics. The selection of reinforcement phase for reinforcing the metal matrix depends on many parameters and is a major concern, Silicon carbide particulates (SiCp) enhances the hardness of specimens but on the other hand it induces brittleness in the specimen which is of major concern, henceforth fly ash particulates are thought of as an alternative reinforcement for improving the …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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Analysis of Hydrodynamic Characteristics of a Squeeze Film in O-Ring Assembly Under the Oscillating Motion
Abstract: In the most of the non-contacting face seals, squeezing occurs in the fluid film between the O-ring surface and the mating surfaces in the gland assembly. Therefore, hydrodynamic characteristics are easily simulated by considering a fluid film between a rubber surface (O-ring surface) and a rigid surface (machined surface). In this paper, effects of surface roughness of rubber block on leakage flow rate and hydrodynamic force developed in fluid film …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Design and Fabrication of Pesticide Sprayer for Agriculture
Abstract: India is a highly populated country and about 60%to 70% of its population depends on agriculture. In this majority is the small-scale producers. One of the most important part of farming includes pesticides spraying. In today’s market many types of agricultural sprayers are available which works on different kinds of power source. This sprayer has higher cost which is difficult for the medium scale farmers to afford. To over this …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Metal Oxide Based Thin Film Transistors for Transparent and Flexible Electronics: Critical Review
Abstract: AbstractTransparent and flexible electronics is new emerging research area. Various technologies are available for thin film transistors (TFT). Metal oxide semiconductors are suitable because of their high optical transparency, good electrical performance etc. These devices have advantages of a-Si and organic materials also. Advantages of these devices are low cost, low process complexity and temperature, and large-area scalability and large carrier mobility. In this paper research work is compared. This …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 30–40 Read article