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Composition, Structure and Status of Woody Plants Along Dilla Zuria Rivers, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: AbstractDilla zuria vegetation is located in Southern Ethiopia where agroforestry is highly exercised. The objective of the present study was to generate reliable information of floristic composition, diversity, structure and status of woody plant species in Dilla Zuria vegetation. The reliable data was collected from 50 plots each of 400 m2 using systematic sampling method. The plant species were identified by comparing with the voucher specimens preserved at National Herbarium, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Milk-Cereal-based Composite Complementary Foods and their Storage Stability: A Mini Review
Abstract: In developing countries, depending upon the socio-economic situation, the nutritional status of the people is enhanced by encouraging increased use of inexpensive and available protein sources in child feeding. Traditional infant-feeding practiced in countries like India, is usually cereal based. Cereals in combination with milk solids are generally used for the preparation of weaning foods to improve the overall quality. Milk-cereal based complementary food is defined as food obtained from …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Composition, Functional Properties and Application of Bottle Gourd in Food Products
Abstract: Bottle gourd has widespread use as a vegetable in India. It is very valuable for vegetarians since it contains several important constituents which are required for good health and wellbeing. Recently in India, interest in bottle gourd has been growing amongst consumers because consumption of bottle gourd has been associated with a number of benefits and may be regarded as a natural guard against diseases. In Ayurveda, bottle gourd is …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 15–27 Read article
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Improving Nutritional Value of Snack Made from Composite Flour of Sweet Potato, Soybean and Wheat Flour
Abstract: The research was designed on improving nutritional value of snack made from composite flour of sweet potato, soybean and wheat flour blends, and the sensory attributes of chinchin snack fortified with sweet potato and soybean flours. Various blends of sweet potato flour, and soybean flour with wheat flour at various levels of substitution were made at 20%, 25%, 30%, 50% and 100% using 100% wheat flour as control sample. Crude …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Determination of Fatty Acid Composition of Roasted African Palm Weevil Larvae (Rhycophorous phoenicis)
Abstract: AbstractThe study was demonstrated to evaluate the fatty acid composition of roasted African palm weevil larvae, and the degree of saturation. The result obtained shows that unsaturated fatty acid is dominant with the value of mono to polyunsaturated fatty acid rage between 20.17 and 58.37% respectively. However, the total saturated fatty acid evaluated was 20.83%. The study concludes that roasted African palm weevil larvae is a potential source of unsaturated …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Free Vibration of Cross-ply Composite Plates by a High-Order Shear Deformable Finite Element
Abstract: AbstractFree vibration analysis of composite rectangular plates with different thickness ratios, different boundary conditions and different aspect ratios has been investigated using a high-order shear flexible triangular plate element. The first order shear deformation theory (FOSDT) is used to include the effect of transverse shear deformation. The element has eighteen nodes on the sides and seven internal nodes. Element geometry is expressed in terms of three linear shape functions of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 36–47 Read article
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A Study on the Effect of Perlite Nanoclay in PVdF-co-HFP/Li-BETI Composite Eletrolytes by XRD AC Impedance and FTIR Studies
Abstract: In the present study, mica family of phyllosilicates, the perlite nanoclay (80–190 nm) effect as a filler in consonance with EC:DMC (1:1) v/v ratio on PVdF-co-HFP-Li-BETI matrix has been investigated by ac impedance, XRD and FT-IR vibrational spectroscopy. The ionic conductivity of the order of 10-7–10-4 Scm-1 has been observed at the minimum participation of clay platelets is noted than its huge presence the non-polar phase of the PVdF has …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 58–72 Read article
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Composition and Therapeutic Applications of Goat Milk and Colostrum
Abstract: Goats are categorized under the small ruminants which required less fodder and a small area for shelter. Both goat milk (GM) and colostrum (GC) are secreted from the mammary glands of goats. The level of nutritional and bioactive components found to be at an elevated level in colostrum within 72 hours, which reach a normal level as the time increases from parturition. Recently an increased interest in goat milk and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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An Approach on Optimization of Thermo Physical Properties of Teak Wood Dust Filled Polymeric Composites
Abstract: The aim of the present work was to prepare the specimens with the help of hand-lay-up technique to measure the thermal properties of TWDPC. The density & voids of TWDPC were measured to determine its physical property & significantly affected some of its mechanical properties. Taguchi experimental method was applied to optimize its thermal properties. The optimal factor combinations were determined with the help of ANOM & the analysis of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 4, 2021 · pp. 67–80 Read article
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A Smart Investigation on Nanocomposites Composed of Carbon Dioxide-Derived, Repeatable Biological Polymers
Abstract: In recent years, an increasing number of people have begun to focus their attention on the environmental impacts that are caused by the widespread use of therapeutic polymeric composites that are generated from fossil fuels. Another factor that probably contributes to the short shelf life of biomedical polymer products is the fact that many of them are designed to be used just once before being discarded. When a biomedical polymer …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF A METAL LINED COMPOSITE OVERWRAPPED PRESSURE VESSEL
Abstract: This study presents a comprehensive investigation into the mechanical behavior of a metal lined composite overwrapped pressure vessel, designed for high-pressure storage applications. The design approach is dependent upon fiber material constants and dome shape factor. The study begins with obtaining dome coordinates and maintaining winding angles according to a geodesic path equation. Thickness estimation for the portion of cylindrical shell and domes are determined through netting analysis and cubic …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 8, 2023 · pp. 215–232 Read article
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Hydrothermal modification of carbon fiber fabrics by ZnO nanorods for mechanical strengthening of CFRP laminates
Abstract: Hexagonal ZnO nanorods were produced on plain woven carbon fiber using a two-step seed-assisted hydrothermal procedure. By varying the process parameters such as molar concentrations, number of seeding cycles, and growth duration at a controlled growth temperature of 90 °C, it is feasible to produce ZnO nanostructures with a range of morphologies, including nanowires, hexagonal nanorods, and nanoflowers. The developed morphologies were examined using field emission scanning electron microscopy and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 12, 2023 · pp. 127–139 Read article
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Experimental Investigations on Aluminium Composites Materials Using Stir Casting Process
Abstract: In physical operations, accoutrements in motorcars and aeronautical machine factors, aluminium and its alloys are extensively used. In this study an effort is made to ameliorate the properties of aluminium essence matrix compound (A356) for manufacturing of machine rudiments taking High Tensile strength, Hardness, Wear resistance and low coefficient of friction, aluminium alloy (A356) reinforced with aluminium oxide, graphite and silicon carbide. In the current work, A356 as base metal …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 8, 2023 · pp. 302–323 Read article
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Optimization of gas sensitivity of CuO/carbon composites with carbon particles synthesized from acacia auriculiformis branches
Abstract: Carbon particles fabricated from the core of acacia tree branches were utilized to synthesize CuO/carbon composite films. The gas sensing properties of these films grown on glass substrates using the doctor blade method were measured in 1000 ppm of methanol vapor at the room temperature. All the films were annealed at 75 0C for 1 hour in air. The structure, the optical band gap and the surface morphology of the …
Published in International Journal of Membranes · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Poisson’s Ratio in Stone Dust and Steel Fiber Reinforced Composite Concrete: A Theoretical Approach
Abstract: Poisson's ratio characterizes a material's deformation under load, offering insights into its structural behavior. Yet, there's a lack of research on SDSFC's Poisson's ratio, hindering its widespread adoption. This study aims to fill this gap by investigating SDSFC's Poisson's ratio under various curing conditions and material compositions. By analyzing how curing methods and material components influence Poisson's ratio, we can better comprehend SDSFC's behavior under different circumstances. Additionally, we'll explore …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 88–94 Read article
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A Review on The Role of Nanoparticles in Modifying Mg Alloys and Composites
Abstract: Reviewing and assessing magnesium's uses in the automobile sector, which have the potential to greatly improve fuel efficiency and environmental preservation, is the goal of this study. The report provides an overview of magnesium alloys' present benefits, drawbacks, technological obstacles, and future prospects in the automobile sector. The development of magnesium matrix composites has advanced to a new level thanks to the magnesium matrix nanocomposites' exceptional mechanical qualities. Dispersing nanoparticles …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Efficacy of Ferula persica Extracts: A Phytochemical and Bioactivity Assessment in Iraq
Abstract: The research presented in the tables focuses on analyzing the chemical content of extracts from the Ferula persica plant, a wild species in Iraq with significant medical and therapeutic importance dating back to ancient times. This study involved testing some chemical and physical properties of the alcoholic extract of the plant's aerial parts and evaluating its antimicrobial activity, specifically against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Escherichia coli (E. coli). The …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 10–22 Read article
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Impact of Composite Materials by Silica Fume and Fly Ash in Cement and Partial Substitution of Fine Aggregate Using Quarry Dust in Steel Fibre Concrete
Abstract: Mineral admixtures can be added to concrete to replace some of the cement, increasing its overall strength. Fly ash (FA) and silica fume (SF) are two often used mineral admixtures. A series of experiments were conducted to investigate the effect of adding varied amounts of fly ash and a consistent amount of silica fume on concrete strength by using the same amount of substitute for cement and the same water-binder …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 139–147 Read article
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Exploring The Performance Dynamics of Basalt Fibre Reinforced Polymers: Mechanical and Viscoelastic Insights
Abstract: Basalt fibre reinforced polymer (BFRP) composites are gaining significant attention as sustainable alternatives to traditional reinforcement materials due to their superior mechanical performance, thermal stability, and eco-friendliness. This study examines the tensile, flexural, impact, and viscoelastic properties of BFRP composites fabricated via vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM) using varying fibre volume fractions (20%, 30%, and 40%) and fibre orientations (unidirectional and bidirectional). The results reveal that composites with 40% fibre …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 12–22 Read article
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Performance Analysis of Biogas Production from Onion Leaves and Cow Dung Compositions
Abstract: Biogas could be obtained from agricultural byproducts; and onion leaves and cow dung is agricultural byproduct abundantly available in Aliero Northwestern Nigeria. This study entails biogas production from onion leaves, cow dung and their mixtures. The onion leaves and cow dung at equal proportions and the sum of their half (Mixture) were poured into three 25 l digesters for experimental investigations. The optimal biogas yields, the component composition of gases …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–9 Read article