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Sizing and Power Estimation Models of an Off-grid Wind Power Supply System in Sokoto, Nigeria
Abstract: AbstractThe exploitation of wind energy for electricity generation could be done by the use of wind turbines. The power output from the wind generator fluctuates due to the variability of wind speed and therefore storage facilities are needed for power supply stability. This research focuses on the wind power potential investigations, sizing of wind power system components and determination of the better wind turbines for residential power supply in Sokoto, …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Hazards of Power Production-A comparative study
Abstract: Nuclear energy has played a major role in reducing the world's use of oil for electricity generation over the past decades. Current estimates are that uranium resources will last some 400 to 500 years at the present rate of use. This resource base could, furthermore, last some 50 times longer if breeder reactors are introduced. Of the main energy sources, namely coal, hydro and nuclear, nuclear can be even considered …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1-2, 2021 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Homodinuclear and Heterodinuclear Sulphocyanate Bridged Lewis Acid Complexes: An Insight into their Reactivity and Structural Flexibility
Abstract: This precpective reports the synthesis of homodinuclaer and heterodinuclear complexes of the type MM (SCN)4 and MM/ (SCN)4 (M-Co2+ , Ni, M/ , = Cd2+, Hg2+) with N.N' Bis (salicylidene) 1,2- plionylendfamine. A superficial insight has also been reported about their reactivity and structural flexibility. The complexes have been characterized on the basis of elemental analysis, conductivity measurements, magnetic susceptibility measurements, Proton magnetic resonance UV-Visible and midIR spectral studies. The …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1-2, 2021 · pp. 42–47 Read article
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Decrement of Spin-orbit Splitting Near Calcium Region
Abstract: Explanation of the observed decrement of splitting of spin-orbit partners near shell closure, has been sought through an introduction of tensor interaction in a mean field type of calculation. The strength of the tensor interaction used in the Skyrme Hartree Fock theory has been optimized by the reproduction of the experimentally determined splitting of 1d, 1f and 2d shell model states (both neutron and proton) of the isotopes of Calcium …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 11–22 Read article
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Effect of Fillers on Electrical Conductivity of Epoxy Composites
Abstract: AbstractThis paper reports, electrical conductivity studies carried out on RT cure epoxy resin (LY556+HY951) containing three different particulate fillers graphite (Gr) a soft material, silicon carbide (SiC) a hard material and a hybrid graphite and silicon carbide (Gr-SiC). The weight fractions of three different fillers were varied from 10% to 40 wt% in steps of 10%. Increased filler fraction increases the electrical conductivity of epoxy composites for all the three …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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To explore the effect of polyethylene glycol additive on mechanical and gas permeation properties of polyvinyl alcohol membranes
Abstract: Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) membranes were prepared by solution casting and blended with Polyethylene glycol (PEG) in de-ionized water which led to the formation of porous and flexible membranes. Extensive experimentation were performed, in order to find out that at what composition of PEG pores will be generated in the PVA membranes. The PVA polymer is a hard and crystalline thermoplastic so high concentrations of PEG were used, i.e. 40 wt%, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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Characterization and Gamma Irradiated MA-EMA Copolymer by ESR and FTIR Techniques
Abstract: AbstractGamma irradiation effect of methacrylamide-ethyl methacrylate (MA-EMA) copolymer has been investigated by electron spin resonance (ESR) and Fourier Transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopic techniques. The ESR spectrum observed for gamma irradiated MA-EMA copolymer has shown resolved hyperfine (hf) pattern at lower temperatures (77K) while at higher temperatures the spectrum is appeared to be broadened. Fourier Transform Infrared spectra of pure and gamma irradiated MA-EMA copolymer have been recorded for the copolymer …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 40–44 Read article
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Effect of Nature of Short Fibers/Carbon Black on Curing Characteristics and Physico-Mechanical Properties of Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer Rubber Composite
Abstract: AbstractIn this research work, ethylene propylene diene rubber (EPDM) composites were prepared by incorporating the various types of short fibers like cellulose, polyester, p-aramid, m-aramid, cotton short fibers and carbon black on a 2 roll mill. The effect of different short fibers content on the curing characteristics and physico-mechanical properties of EPDM composites were studied. When the loading of carbon black was fixed, it was found that carbon black content …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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A Review on Hole Making in Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic Laminates
Abstract: AbstractThe existence of fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) laminates in the world since 1940s, and its application is till date growing continuously. The research papers published in this field focused on the manufacturing of laminates to its final uses. The FRPs can be manufactured by various processes, but its assembly of laminated product required a hole. Hole in laminate may be produced by means of conventional or unconventional machining. Major attention …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 44–51 Read article
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A Review on Natural Fiber and its Hybrid Composite Plastic Materials
Abstract: AbstractNowadays human beings are facing problems related to plastic based pollution. Due to that, engineers are trying to reduce the percentage of plastic as much as possible without affecting the functionality of given plastic based product. Hybrid composite materials having ability to replace some amount of the plastic with natural material are being tried. In this paper, we try to discover the different natural fiber based hybrid composite plastic materials …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 4–8 Read article
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Studies on Mechanical, Electrical and Thermal Properties of Compatibilized PLA/ABS Blends Reinforced with Wood Flour
Abstract: AbstractPoly lactic acid (PLA) bio-polymer (60%) was blended with acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) (40%) and filled with wood flour (0, 10, 20%) using a twin screw compounding extruder and a suitable compatibilizer i.e., glycerol, is also incorporated into that mixture at a percentage of 4% respectively. Test specimens were prepared by using an injection molding machine for mechanical, electrical and thermal properties as per ASTM standards and the properties were …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Design, Analysis and Fabrication of Composite Leaf Spring
Abstract: AbstractNowadays composite materials are one of the materials which are greatly attracting researchers. Reducing weight and increasing or maintaining the strength of materials is getting to be highly important research issue in this modern world. In this paper, design, fabrication and analysis of composite leaf spring have been presented. The objective is to design a composite leaf spring with reduced length and weight as compared to steel leaf spring. The …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 4–14 Read article
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Parametric Study of Twin Screw Extrusion for Processing Epoxy/Carbon Black Nanocomposites Using Orthogonal Array Technique
Abstract: AbstractThis paper presents the experimental investigation of the influence of process parameters of twin screw extrusion on the dispersion and electrical, thermal and mechanical properties of epoxy/CB nanocomposites. Four factors, namely, loading level of carbon black (0, 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 wt%) in epoxy, screw speed (75, 100 and 125 rpm), temperature (5 °, 15 ° and 30 °C) and number of passes (5, 10 and 15) were …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Conductive Organic Polymer Based Inorganic-Organic Hybrid Composite: Synthesis and Characterization
Abstract: Inorganic organic (IO) hybrids where inserted conducting organic polymer (COP) imprints their polymeric nature onto the hybrid material are one of the most promising candidates for solving many technological problems of modern technocratic society. The Inorganic-organic hybrid material of para toluidine (organic) & mercuric chloride (inorganic) was synthesized by using “instant-heating and slow-cooling” technique. Some light orange coloured plate-like crystals were obtained. XRD pattern of the grown crystal were analysed …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Utilization of Sugarcane Bagasse as Biopolymer Adsorbent for Arsenic (III) Removal from Aqueous Solutions
Abstract: The present study focuses on the removal of the heavy metal As(III) from aqueous solutions using the low cost adsorbent, sugarcane bagasse. The effect of contact time (10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 min), adsorbent dosage (0, 0.25, 0.5, 0.75, 1 gm) and metal concentrations (0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 ppm) on the adsorption were studied and the optimum conditions were …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 30–44 Read article
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Cubic B-splines for Isogeometric Analysis of Laminated Composite Plates Subjected to Hygroscopic Loading Using Classical Laminated Plate Theory
Abstract: Composite laminates are inevitably used in several engineering structures due to their high strength and stiffness to weight ratio. The laminates are subjected to change in moisture content and the flexural behavior leads to change in the strength. Presence of moisutre may induce residual stresses and strains. Isogeometric analysis is a well-proven method to perform analysis of laminated composite plates. The main focus of this study is to apply isogeometric …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 19–32 Read article
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Studies on Development of a Super Adsorbent Polymer for the Removal of Nitrogenous Waste Products from Urine Samples and in Intestinal Fluid Simulator
Abstract: Introduction: Colonic dialysis (CD) has been proposed as an appropriate candidate for excretion of electrolytes, nitrogen waste products and excessive fluid using gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Methods: The GI environment simulated in terms of concentrations of nitrogenous waste products, electrolytes, temperature and pressure. In addition, 24-hour urine samples were obtained from 10 healthy adult volunteers. Adsorbing capacity of Super Adsorbent Polymer (SAP) evaluated in GI tract simulating system and urine samples. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Enhanced Thermal Conductivity of Polyaniline Nanofluids Synthesized using CuCl2 as Catalyst
Abstract: AbstractThe development of nanofluids for enhancing the heat transfer properties over the conventional fluids is mainly hindered by a vital issue of dispersion stability and hence is being explored in the present work. In the present study, Copper Polyaniline nanoparticle was synthesized by the oxidative polymerization method using CuCl2 as a catalyst. The characterization of Copper Polyaniline was performed. The sizes of nanoparticles were found to be within 7.24 nm …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 20–40 Read article
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Influence of B2O3 and Li2O on Physical, Thermal and Spectroscopic properties of Bi2O3-B2O3-CdO-Li2O glass system
Abstract: ABSTRACT Bismuth Borate based glasses with compositions BiBCL: 40Bi2O3-(40-X) B2O3-20CdO-XLi2O where x=5,10,15,20,25 mol% were prepared by conventional melt quenching technique. X-ray diffraction (XRD), differential thermal analysis (DTA), UV-VIS absorption spectroscopy, Fourier transform-infrared (FTIR), and Raman spectroscopies were used to analyse the synthesized samples. Through XRD and SEM studies, the synthesized glasses amorphous nature was confirmed. To evaluate the physical and structural characteristics of the glasses, calculations were made for the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 51–62 Read article
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Optimization of Drilling Parameters on Hemp-Pineapple Hybrid Natural Fiber Composites
Abstract: Composites are tailor made heterogeneous materials to meet desired mechanical properties for intended applications. Among all the composites, fiber reinforced composites gained wide attention because of ease in synthesis and light weight. Issues such as delamination and surface finish during drilling of composites offers challenges. The present investigation uses design of experimentation method for setting processing parameters such as drill diameter, feed, rotation speed for evaluation of minimum surface roughness …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 33–39 Read article