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104 articles for “tension”
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Analysis of Communication Tower under Wind Load
Abstract: With the rapid and widespread expansion of long distance broadcasting and communication in last two decades, the structural engineers have been faced with the problem of support of antennas at great heights, which is necessary to broadcast signals over long distance. In addition, the field of power transmission also requires the high tension conductors to be installed at reasonable heights. The present study focus on analysis of communication towers for …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Selection of Best Natural Fibre for Retrofitting of Structure by Using AHP
Abstract: Ordinary concrete has certain characteristics such as; it is relatively strong in compression but weak in tension and tends to be brittle. To neutralize this weakness of concrete some natural reinforcement is provided to concrete and subsequent concrete is called fibre reinforced concrete. There are many types of natural fibres which are used in concrete as a reinforced material to increase the properties of concrete such as; Sisal, Coir, Hemp, …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Study of Shear Strength and Hardness of Resistance Spot Welding for Automotive Applications
Abstract: Resistance spot welding is the most popular process used in automotive and aerospace for joining of sheet metals of different thicknesses, shapes, and materials. There has been already much research done on the resistance spot welding. This review paper gives an overview of the performance of resistance spot welds in an automobile. For this, AWS D8.9M:2012 (Test Methods for Evaluating the resistance spot welding behaviour for automotive steel sheet materials) …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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STUDYING OF CHARACTERISTICS OF HYBRID COMPOSITE MATERIAL PRODUCED BY STIR CASTING METHOD
Abstract: A Metal framework composite is a composite material with no less than two constituent parts, one being a metal other fortification. At the point when no less than three materials are available, it is known as a mixture composite. Aluminum is generally utilized as a part of aviation and vehicle enterprises because of their low weight ratio and great mechanical properties, better consumption protection and wear, low temperature coefficient of …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Artificial Intelligence Techniques in Switchgear and Protection
Abstract: In this paper, the application of Artificial intelligence (AI) methods in power systemprotection and inspection has been discussed. In this paper particularly AI application of linescout Robot is used. Line scout robot is an inspection based Artificial intelligence Robot. LineScout robot is able to work on the power lines while they are operating (at very high tension).The robot can patrol in a substation and inspect equipment with a visible-light camera …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 7–10 Read article
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Mechanical Properties of High Performance Glass Fibre Reinforced Concrete with Super Plasticizer
Abstract: High performance concrete (HPC) has been used in various structures all over the world since last two decades. Glass Fibre Reinforced Concrete (GFRC) is a relatively new type of building material and it is being increasingly used in different countries. Glass-fibre reinforced concrete (GRC) is a material made of a cementitious matrix composed of cement, sand, water and admixtures, in which short length glass fibres are dispersed. The usage of …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis of Reinforced Concrete Exterior Beam Column Joint Subjected to Monotonic Loading
Abstract: A numerical analysis of exterior beam-column joint subjected to constant axial load on the column top and monotonic load applied at the beam tip is presented in this work. A strain-based nonlinear finite element program is developed in MATLAB R2009a. The nonlinear analysis of reinforced concrete structural member is carried out considering it as a two-phase system. The concrete in nonlinear range is considered as orthotropic material having different stress-strain …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Strength Assessment of RCC Beams Subjected to Corrosion
Abstract: The damage assessment of civil structural members is one of the most important and recently emerging fields in engineering. Deterioration of a structure may occur due to a host of factors such as poor workmanship, improper maintenance, atmospheric effects, accidents, natural calamities. Certain causes like environmental effects, natural calamities cannot be controlled. Therefore, durability of concrete structures especially those exposed to aggressive environments is of great concern. Many deterioration causes …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 139–152 Read article
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Numerical Simulation of Multiple Objective Power Flow Optimization in IEEE-30 Bus System Using Improved Particle Swarm Optimization
Abstract: OPF algorithms are an important research topic for the management and orchestration of profitable power structures. Perfect Power Flow is used to limit the objective work. This goal cap can be a single goal or various aim limits. In this study, we have carried out a perfect energy stream to limit the cost of fuel while fulfilling limitations, such as the tension and the electricity yields of the generator, which …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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The Numerical Calculation of the Behavior of the Gas Bubble, Fixed on the Solid Surface
Abstract: The existing literature data permit only qualitatively to trace the behavior of gas bubble, fixed on the solid surface, with the narrow range of Bond numbers (β). For investigation of the profiles, common surface energy of gas bubbles and equilibrium of forces, which retain bubbles on the solid surface in the fluid, the computer model of numerical calculation of the profile, surface square, volume of the gas bubble, fixed on …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 40–46 Read article
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Health Assessment of Oil Immersed Transformer Using Fuzzy Logic
Abstract: A transformer is an electrical device that transfers energy between two or more circuits through electromagnetic induction. Commonly, transformers are used to increase or decrease the voltages of alternating current in electric power applications. Mineral oil treats heart of the transformer, its functions are to insulate, suppress corona and arcing, and to serve as a coolant. The oil helps cool the transformer. Because it also provides part of the electrical …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 6–16 Read article
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Overhead Electric Equipment in Indian Railway in Electric Powered Traction
Abstract: The supply to the Over Head tool (OHE) from TSS is fed through interrupters positioned at Feeding placed up (FP). Adjacent TSS typically resources electricity to the OHE on one among a type phases to reduce unbalance inside the deliver authority grid. To keep away from the pantograph of a locomotive or electric powered more than one unit bridging the deliver from one among a kind levels, even as it …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 22–29 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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Characteristics and Comparison of Continuous Casting Machine (CCM) and Reheat Furnace (RHF) Rolled Reinforcement Bar
Abstract: Modern rolling process introduces manufacturing of reinforcement bar in combination of continuouscasting and straight rolling to avoid time and cost losses and produce fine quality reinforcement bar.Using the core heat or heat inside the raw material (generally known as billet), the rolling process iscarried out. This modernized rolling process overcomes reheating losses and cost of transportationand of course cost of reheating which were faced in previous manufacturing processes. During therolling, …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 17–27 Read article
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Springback of High Strength Steel Sheet and Preventive Measures
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to improve the accuracy output of cold stamping product by accommodating springback. This is an experimental study to improve the accuracy of springback analysis and die compensation process during CAE of part. The springback shape and the target part are used to optimize the die surfaces compensating springback. This paper describes the springback behavior of HSS steel based on phenomenon and preventive measures based …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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Experimental Investigations on the Effects of Channel Aspect Ratio and Surface Wettability to Control the Surface-Driven Capillary Flow of Water in Straight PMMA Microchannels
Abstract: AbstractTotal 214 individual straight polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) microchannels have been fabricated by the maskless lithography, hot embossing lithography, direct bonding technique, and atmospheric pressure air dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma processing. The experimental investigations on the effects of structural properties (channel aspect ratios) and physical properties (surface wettability, capillary pressure and kinetic energy) on the surface-driven capillary flow of dyed water in straight PMMA microchannels is a novel approach in this …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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A Study on Efficacy of Movement with Mobilization Versus Graded Oscillatory Technique in the Management of Pain and Shoulder Function Among Shoulder Impingement Subjects
Abstract: Many conditions affecting shoulder which includes rotator cuff tear, frozen shoulder, shoulder instability, bursitis and shoulder impingement. Impingement usually refers to compression and mechanical aberration of the rotator cuff tendon, subacromial bursa, or long head of biceps tendon beneath the anterior under surface of the acromion, coracoacromial ligament or under surface of the acromioclavicular joint during elevation of arm. Another possible mechanism of impinge can be attributed to intrinsic breakdown …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 20–35 Read article
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Women’s Experiences with Injectable Contraceptives (Depo Provera): A View from Vadodara, India
Abstract: Choice of contraceptive methods is a key element of family planning that benefits both women and providers. Offering a client choice can help increase contraceptive prevalence rates; so this study was conducted to explore users’ perspectives on Injectable Contraceptives (IC). This qualitative study employed semi structured in-depth interview technique. Sixty women, who had experience of using IC either at the time of study or in the past, were selected from …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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A Comparison of Rapid Card Test with Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay for the Detection of Hepatitis B Surface Antigen [HBsAg] in Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Introduction: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. The most important marker for HBV infection is HBsAg. In case of diagnosis of infectious disease, discordant results may have serious consequences among the patients as it causes unnecessary mental stress and tension. For proper diagnosis of infection as well as disease management and prevention, identification of appropriate test kit is necessary. Aims and Objective: …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 27–31 Read article
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Studies on Biosurfactants from Petroleum Contaminated Soil to Check its Application in Cosmetics
Abstract: Biosurfactant is basically known as surface active molecules, synthesized by different microorganisms. In the present study, biosurfactant producing strains PD1 and PD2 were isolated from the petroleum contaminated site, Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat, India. The isolates were screened by oil displacement and hemolytic methods. The optimization of different parameters was done with the aim of increasing product. Waste substrates were also used to reduce biosurfactant production cost. The surface tension reduction, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 22–28 Read article