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DESIGN OF AN INNOVATIVE ECONOMICALLY EFFICIENT AND INTELLIGENT SMART CITY LIGHTING SYSTEM
Abstract: It is essential to search for an efficient and innovative solution to protect the environment by reducing the carbon footprint. There is an urgent need to discourage use of ineffective and inefficient traditional power sources. We need to implement an innovative, economically efficient and intelligent smart citylighting system to solve some of the existing social, economic and environmental problem under the smart city project. In the present paper a prototype …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Deployment Of Communication and Digital Technology for Handling Insecurity and Environmental Challenges In Nigeria
Abstract: There are so many challenges in Nigeria that require the input of digital technology and communication information technology (ICT). This paper x-rays the deployment of communication and digital technology for the eradication of insecurity and environmental issues such as cybercrime, kidnapping, flooding, water pollution, climate change, poor waste management and oil spillage. The methodology adopted includes secondary data from literature and expert opinions. Challenges identified include insecurity issues; Crime and …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 17–27 Read article
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India's Vanishing Marine Wealth: Ecosystems Under Threat from Development
Abstract: The Indian Ocean is one of the world’s most important oceans, covering about a fifth of the globe’s total ocean area. It is also home to some of the world’s most valuable fisheries, as well as a wealth of other marine life. However, this development is coming at the cost of the delicate marine environment. Numerous studies have shown that the increased shipping traffic, coastal construction, and pollution are harming …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Changes Detection of Land Use/Land Cover Vector Data in Nirmal Mandal, Adilabad District, Telangana State, India
Abstract: AbstractLand use/land cover change detection techniques by using LISS-IV satellite image helps to analyze their topographic features and landscape dynamics. Spatial data of 2005 and 2015 satellite images have been studied for comparison of agricultural, barren, cultivated, built-up and wastelands. These categories, indications results has been increased by, agricultural land (36.8% with an area of 80.3 km2) and 45.7% (99.7 km2), uncultivated land [38.60% (84.2 km2 and 29.70% (64.8 km2)], …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Slope Stability Problem in the Chittagong City, Bangladesh
Abstract: Chittagong, the major port city of Bangladesh is seriously and violently vulnerable for landslide from geological and geographical point of view for many specific reasons. Along with the steep slope, slope cutting, natural weathering and antecedent rainfall causes for landslide of the city during the rainy season caused by thunderclap of heavy storms. This paper presents a quantitative analysis of slope instability problem of the Chittagong city by technical and …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 13–25 Read article
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LOAD SETTLEMENT BEHAVIOUR OF LOOSE GRANULAR SOIL FILL WITH RUBBER NODED BAMBOO GRID
Abstract: Soil Reinforcement is the widely accepted technique to improve the bearing capacity of challenging sites. There are various natural as well as synthetic material available as reinforcement for soil. Nowadays geosynthetic reinforced granular fill material is widely used in soft sub grade soil. This manuscript deals with the experimental studies carried out to explore the possibility of using naturally available bamboo as a geogrid to increase the bearing capacity of …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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A Qualitative Investigation about Awareness of Occupational Health and Safety among Sawmill Workers in the City of Temples, Jammu
Abstract: The lightning growth of industries has become the major cause of health issues. Sawmill workers are not an exemption from being sufferers of various occupational diseases. The aim of this study is to investigate the awareness of sawmill workers with regard to their occupational health and felt requirements and issues towards use of protective gears. A qualitative study was conducted among thirty-eight sawmill workers. Majority of the workers were engaged …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–4 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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Discomfort Analysis in Pneumatic Grinding: Steam Generator Manufacturing Industry
Abstract: Steam generator manufacturing involves a lot of custom designed components requiring intensive fabrication activities of welding and grinding. Pneumatic grinding machines of different types are widely used in such industries as they offer flexibility and ease of use. However, the deployment of pneumatic tools are associated with hand transmitted vibration and related health issues. The present study aims to evaluate the extent of discomfort levels of operators and its relationship …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Assessment of Air Quality Index using High Volume Sampler for Nasik City
Abstract: Seismic Information on air quality in urban areas represents an important objective to raise awareness and participation of citizens towards those measures aimed at containing and reducing vehicular traffic. For several years at the international level, evaluation procedures have been adopted by indices. One of the first synthetic indices, adopted by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (US-EPA), have established an exchange of information from networks and individual stations measuring …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Water Spray System for Vertical Storage Vessels-Floating Roof Tank for Industrial Safety
Abstract: Large-scale tank fires are a rare occurrence, but they pose a significant challenge to firefighters, oil companies, and the environment. Two options exist for dealing with such fires: letting them burn out on their own or actively attempting to extinguish them. Water spray systems are an effective method for extinguishing fires or providing a cooling effect, particularly on storage tanks. This study presents a designing and analysis of water spray …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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Experimental investigation on non-linearity in understanding large scale fires
Abstract: Fire doesn't spread in a uniform manner it has an unpredictable nature. The pervasive uncertainty associated with large-scale fires has resulted in the irreparable loss of invaluable human lives, natural resources, critical infrastructure, and systems. To combat this significant issue, substantial financial investments are made annually in research endeavours aimed at preventing and mitigating such devastating incidents. These dedicated research efforts strive to develop innovative strategies, cutting-edge technologies, and robust …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 27–40 Read article
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Evaluation and Analysis of Fire load in Storage Facility of Manufacturing Industry
Abstract: In recent years, industrial and residential fire is drawing more and more concerns. According to official government data, there have been numerous fire accidents in the industrial sector, leading to both casualties and significant property damage. Of particular concern are certain buildings in the pharmaceutical industry where large quantities of highly flammable and toxic substances are stored in confined spaces. This paper aims to examine the amount of flammable and …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Fuel Cell-Powered SRM Driven Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Using Multi-Port Topology
Abstract: AbstractIn recent years, plug-in hybrid electrical vehicles (PHEVs) have received much attention owing to high demand of fuel efficiency and environment protection against the exhaust gas emission. PHEVs combines the merits of the electrical vehicles and hybrid electrical vehicles. In current hybrid vehicles there are three main electrical energy components including generator, battery bank and driving motor, respectively. For plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, an AC-DC converter is also needed to …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 40–52 Read article
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Review on Generation Sources of Electrical Power
Abstract: AbstractElectricity generation is the progression of creating electric power of bases of primary energy. Designed for utilities from the electric power industry, it is the step prior to its delivery to end operators (transmission, distribution, other) or its storage (consuming, like the pumped-storage process). Electric energy is generated via the movement of electrons, often termed "current," via a conductor, like a wire. The sum of electric energy generated be determined …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Research Paper on Thermal Comfort Analysis of Tractor Considering Multi-Parameters
Abstract: The main functions of a vehicle cabin are to provide a comfortable and relaxing environment for itsoperator and to protect them from vibrations, noise, and other adverse influences. Modernagricultural tractor cabins are complicated, high-efficiency systems, and the goal of theirdevelopment is to reduce their negative influence on the environment. Main factors for thermalcomfort are the dry-bulb temperature, relative humidity, surrounding surface temperature, and airmotion. A tractor cabin was created with …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Human Safety System for Two Wheeler
Abstract: AbstractA human safety enforcer through helmet is presented in this paper. The design and the developed system in this paper makes sure that the rider can use or ride the two-wheeler only when he has the head protective gear, i.e., helmet put on. This head gear has a smart detector which identifies whether the helmet is worn or not and the information is wirelessly transmitted to the ignition system. The …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Industrial Tank Pressure, Temperature and Humidity Controller using Microcontroller
Abstract: In this paper, a computer based pressure, temperature and humidity viewing and controller using microcontroller has been discussed. The article achievement is an authoritative part in manufacturing in instruction to protect the excellence of amenity. Hotness sensor measures the hotness, humidity and compression sensors measure moisture and weight respectively and corresponding similarity indication, which is additionally treated by the microcontroller. The statistics will be showed on the liquid crystal display …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 24–27 Read article
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Smart swab testing robotic arm
Abstract: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19), influenza, respiratory syncytial virus, Bordetella pertussis infection (whooping cough), Staphylococcus aureus infections of the nose and mouth, and various allergies are all possibilities. It is spread by respiratory droplets and close contact and is caused by an infection of extreme acute respiratory syndrome. To Coronavirus disease (COVID-19), influenza, respiratory syncytial virus, Bordetella pertussis infection (whooping cough), Staphylococcus aureus infections of the nose and mouth, and various allergies …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 48–50 Read article
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IoT-based Smart Drowsiness Detection and Alert System
Abstract: Drowsiness detection systems are necessary in the current era, as drowsy driving contributes to about 20% of all traffic accidents. Approximately 50,000 people have accidents due to drowsy driving annually. Because driving when tired is dangerous, new strategies must be devised to mitigate the impact. Our system is a microcontroller-based system for protecting drivers from unsafe driving based on the physiological parameter of eye blinking. The proposed system detects the …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 45–50 Read article