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Advances in Water Purification: A Comprehensive Review of Techniques and Technologies
Abstract: Access to safe and clean drinking water is crucial for both environmental sustainability and human health, and water purification is a key component of this. Developments in water purification technologies have emerged as a key area of scientific and technical research due to the growing global water shortage and contamination. From conventional approaches to state-of-the-art technologies, this review article offers a thorough examination of the most current advancements in water …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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An Overview of Composite Materials: Historical Development, Classification, and Advancements in Natural Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: Composite materials have brought about a paradigm shift in numerous industries by integrating distinct components to improve material performance. Consisting of a matrix and reinforcement, composites synergistically combine the unique properties of each constituent to deliver superior strength, enhanced durability, and remarkable flexibility. These attributes have made composite materials indispensable in diverse fields such as automotive, aerospace, construction, and marine engineering. This article provides a comprehensive exploration of the historical …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 158–175 Read article
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Exploring the Applications and Advancements of Copper and Copper Alloys in Modern Manufacturing Processes
Abstract: For industrial uses, copper represents one of the greatest technical materials offered. This review paper discusses on the history of copper and copper alloys, salient features of wrought and cast copper alloys, physical and chemical characteristics of copper alloys, classification of copper alloys, design for manufacturing of copper alloys, mechanical properties of cast copper alloys, role of lead in copper alloys and applications of copper alloys in various engineering industries. …
Published in International Journal of Industrial and Product Design Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Environmental implications of Chitosan nanostructures.
Abstract: Chitosan (CS), as a biopolymer, has unrivalled chemical and mechanical modification capabilities to develop novel characteristics, functions, and applications, particularly in the manufacture of cutting-edge membrane adsorbents. Membrane adsorbents utilizing carbon starch (CS) have emerged as a viable and efficient engineering instrument for eliminating diverse pollutants from aquatic settings, including heavy metals and dyes. To date, much study has been directed towards improving the adsorptive characteristics, permeability, physicochemical stability, and …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 42–58 Read article
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An Overview on MOSFET based Sensor Design
Abstract: In the past two decades the MOSFET has transformed from a simple switch in digital logic to an analog powerhouse that can be cofabricated with the sensing material on a single chip. MetalOxideSemiconductor FieldEffect Transistors (MOSFETs) have silently become the beating heart of modern sensor platforms, translating the faint whispers of physical, chemical, and biological phenomena into robust electrical signatures. This abstract surveys the latest advances that have turned the …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Effect of Nano Metal Oxide Loading Rates on Polymer-Nano Metal Oxide Nanocomposites
Abstract: Many industries, such as those in the fields of medicine, textiles, cosmetics, agriculture, optics, food packaging, optoelectronics, semiconductors, aerospace, building materials, and catalysis, utilise nanoparticles and nanocomposites in a variety of applications. A unique class of materials, polymeric nanocomposites outperform their microparticle counterparts by fusing organic polymers with inorganic nanoparticles. Consequently, they ought to advance the field of engineering applications. The presence of inorganic nanoparticles can significantly alter the properties …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Influence of Catalyst Type and Reaction Conditions on Biodiesel Conversion of Pine and Soapnut Oils
Abstract: Biodiesel produced from non-edible oils is becoming an important replacement for petroleum diesel because it is renewable, environmentally friendly, and suitable for use in existing diesel engines. It helps reduce air pollution, lowers dependence on fossil fuels, and supports sustainable energy development. Pine oil and soapnut oil are two promising non-edible feedstocks because they are easy to obtain, inexpensive, and contain chemical compounds that can be effectively converted into biodiesel. …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 39–48 Read article
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Evaluation of Modified Nanoparticles' Effects on Polypropylene Composites
Abstract: Numerous sectors use nanoparticles and nanocomposites in a range of applications, including medicine, textiles, cosmetics, agriculture, optics, food packaging, optoelectronics, semiconductors, aerospace, building materials, and catalysis. Polymeric nanocomposites, which combine organic polymers with inorganic nanoparticles, are a novel family of materials that perform better than their microparticle counterparts. They should therefore enhance the field of engineering applications. A polymer matrix's characteristics can be drastically changed by the addition of inorganic …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 23–34 Read article
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Utilization of Flue Gas Conditioned Fly Ashes in Cement and Construction Industries
Abstract: Fly ash is a waste generated from coal based boilers and has been used in various civil engineeringapplications. The pozzolanic activity of the fly ash plays a major role in its utilization. The ageing of theelectrostatic precipitators (ESPs), variation in coal and ash properties results in higher suspendedparticulate matter (SPM) emissions. Globally the SPM limits are being reduced, flue gas conditioning(FGC), i.e. dosing of ammonia and sulphur trioxide to the …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 69–80 Read article
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Integrated Perspectives on Fluid Mechanics and Energy Transport in Complex Flow Systems
Abstract: Fluid mechanics plays a central role in understanding the transport of mass, momentum, and energy in complex flow systems encountered in both natural and engineered environments. This review presents an integrated perspective on fluid behavior by combining fundamental principles with modern approaches to energy transport analysis. The study emphasizes the significance of conservation laws and their application to diverse flow regimes, including laminar, turbulent, compressible, and multiphase flows. Energy transport …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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The Evolution of Ion Propulsion Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Technologies and Applications
Abstract: Field-Emission Electric Propulsion (FEEP) represents a cutting-edge advancement in electric propulsion systems, leveraging the principle of ion emission through intense electric fields to generate precise and efficient thrust for spacecraft. This study explores the working mechanisms, performance characteristics, and applications of FEEP thrusters in the context of modern space exploration. FEEP systems utilize liquid metals, such as cesium or indium, as propellants, which are ionized at the emitter tip and …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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Uses of Nanotechnology in Medical Diagnostic Applications
Abstract: Nanoparticle and nanodevice is a boon for mankind to treat and deal with disease and medical diagnosis respectively. Nanotechnology is formed by the unity of chemistry, engineering, biology and medicine restricted to the nanoscale (about 1–100 nanometer (nm)). For example, early detection of malignant tumors and cancer biomarkers, which is impossible using conventional technologies. In here we will discuss nanosized sensors to identify different pathological parameters, foreign antigen and toxic …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology Read article
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Uses of Nanotechnology in Medical Diagnostic Applications
Abstract: Nanoparticle and nanodevice is a boon for mankind to treat and deal with disease and medical diagnosis respectively. Nanotechnology is formed by the unity of chemistry, engineering, biology and medicine restricted to the nanoscale (about 1–100 nanometer (nm)). For example, early detection of malignant tumors and cancer biomarkers, which is impossible using conventional technologies. In here we will discuss nanosized sensors to identify different pathological parameters, foreign antigen and toxic …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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A Review on Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Metal Matrix Composites
Abstract: AbstractNowadays, there is a rapid development in advanced metal matrix composites for structural engineering and functional devices. A real change in research from monolithic to composite materials has taken place due to need for low cost, high performance and good quality materials from the past decade. Composite materials consist of two or more materials that may differ in chemical and physical properties and are not soluble in one another. The …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 16–26 Read article
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From Quantum Chemistry to Bioprocess Intensification: Advanced Computational Modeling and Enzyme-Based Catalytic Platforms for Green Chemical Transformations
Abstract: Green chemistry requires the development of sustainable catalytic systems that minimize waste generation, reduce energy consumption, and improve process efficiency. Computational chemistry and biocatalysis have emerged as complementary approaches for environmentally responsible chemical manufacturing. Computational techniques such as quantum chemistry, density functional theory (DFT), molecular dynamics, and machine learning provide mechanistic insights into catalytic reactions and support the rational design of efficient catalysts. These approaches enable the prediction of reaction …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 45–52 Read article
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Self Healing Material: An Introduction
Abstract: Self-healing materials have emerged as a transformative innovation for sustainable infrastructure and advanced applications such as wearable electronics and smart transportation systems. These materials possess the intrinsic ability to repair damage autonomously or with minimal external intervention, thereby extending service life and reducing maintenance costs. Inspired by biological systems, self-healing mechanisms are broadly classified into extrinsic approaches, such as microcapsule and vascular networks based healing, and intrinsic mechanisms involving reversible …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 604–611 Read article
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A Review Analysis on the Role of Soils in Watershed Management
Abstract: AbstractSoil is a non‐renewable natural resource that is very essential for life on the planet. Land use, water movement, water quality and vegetation productivity all are basically related to soil. About, all the food products that we consume in our everyday life, is grown in the earth's soils. Other obvious functions that soils provide humans include fuelwood, fiber for paper and clothes and foundations for roads and buildings. Soils serve …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Strength and Durability Properties of Metakaolin Amalgamated High Performance Concrete
Abstract: In past three decades, it is inevitably for the development of high strength concrete (HSC) and high performance concrete (HPC) is progressively enhanced, since these concrete are widely used throughout the world in most prominent projects like oil, bridges, multi-storey buildings and nuclear industries etc. In meticulous, the amalgamation of supplementary cementing material (SCM) or pozzolanic materials is vital when high strength and durability become the most desired properties of …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 36–44 Read article
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Polymer Matrix Characterization and Interfacial Engineering in Bamboo/Sisal/Chopped Mat Hybrid Fiber Composites
Abstract: The present investigation focuses on the characterization of polymer matrices and the interfacial behavior of bamboo, sisal, and chopped strand mat (CSM) fiber-reinforced epoxy composites. The work aims to understand how natural fibers influence the curing, thermal, and adhesion properties of hybrid composite systems. Experimental analyses were carried out using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) to evaluate curing …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 123–135 Read article
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Advancements In Hydrogenated Diamond-Like Carbon Thin Film Deposition & Surface Modification
Abstract: Materials synthesis and processing are pivotal in advancing technologies across domains such as electronics and biomedical applications. This review provides a detailed exploration of recent advancements in thin film deposition techniques, focusing on hydrogenated diamond-like carbon (HDLC) films and various surface modification methodologies. Beginning with an overview of HDLC films, the paper highlights their unique properties and wide-ranging applications, emphasizing their importance in modern materials science. Key sections of the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 761–777 Read article