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A Review on Conversion of Residential Building into Green Building by using Thermal Properties
Abstract: AbstractHumans build homes and buildings for protecting themselves from the natural consequences of environment, but it also led to impact the environment in so many ways. For the construction of the building, many trees are cut down for creating a space for different infrastructures. The usage of wood from the trees for the manufacturing of furniture as well as daily needs of the humans leads to the deforestation that has …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Production of Polymer Composite using Thermoplastics, Sharp Sand and Sawdust: Mix Techniques
Abstract: This research work focuses on producing a polymer composite using a thermoplastic. PET is nonbiodegradable and contribute majorly to water and land pollution in this research work an attempt has been made to utilize PET waste plastic in manufacturing fibre-reinforced polymer composite by combining sawdust which is another waste product from woodwork operations and sand, a major component in construction, whose use is greatly threatening the ecosystem. The fibre-reinforced polymers …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Harnessing Solar Energy to Supply Power to Far Flung Areas and Challenges
Abstract: AbstractIncrease in land and air pollution during the conversion of energy sources of fossil fuel such as oil, coal and natural gas have their adverse effects on environment and ecology. Depleting quality of these sources raises the question of sustainability in the long run, there by compelled humanity to go in search of the other alternatives. In this context, the solar sources of energy have attracted the global attentions and …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 50–58 Read article
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Light Weight Applications of Sandwich Panels in Various Industries
Abstract: Sandwich construction is of particular interest and widely used, because the concept is very suitable and amenable to the development of lightweight structures with high in-plane and flexural stiffness. Sandwich panels consist typically of two thin face sheets (or facings, or skins) and a lightweight thicker core. Commonly used materials for facings are composite laminates and metals, while cores are made of metallic and nonmetallic honeycombs, cellular foams, balsa wood …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Review on Effect of Catalysts in Preparation Methods of Chalcone
Abstract: This review covers effect of some catalysts in preparation methods of chalcone compounds. These compounds are responsible for the coloration of flowers due to the presence of the cascade. The molecules of the compound become highly photo-acetic and thus are ideal chromophores. Recently, a number of studies have been conducted describing the process of separating chalcones from different parts of plants such as roots (roots), buds, leaves (leaves), flowers, seeds …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 11–21 Read article
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Use of Recycled Aggregates in Concrete Mix Used as White Topping
Abstract: Concrete, steel, brick, stone, glass, clay, mud and wood are the key materials for construction of any civil structure. Now a day’s cement concrete is the main construction material used worldwide in construction industries. As per the environmental change, concrete conserve resources, protect the environment, economize and lead to proper utilization of energy. To triumph this, use of wastes and by-products in concrete mix used for new constructions in a …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 57–62 Read article
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Performance Assessment of IRT Method for Distillation Model Control
Abstract: A Wood and Berry distillation column was considered for experimentation and the Improved Relay Tuning (IRT) method was applied for design of optimum PID settings. The closed loop response was obtained using optimum values of PID parameters and compared with that of conventional relay method and other non relay method. The integral square error (ISE) criterion for the performance assessment was used and it was found that the integral error …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 27–30 Read article
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Life Assessment of a Pre Cracked Cricket Bat
Abstract: Cricket is an interesting game played in many countries wherein a bat made of willow wood is used to strike a leather ball to score runs. This bat fails at a much faster rate in the presence of a crack when compared to a normal bat. In this study, an attempt is made to assess the life of a pre-cracked cricket bat. A crack is initiated in the weak spot …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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A Comprehensive Analysis of Artificially Roughened Solar Air Heaters
Abstract: The solar air heater is the most cost-effective and popular solar energy harvesting device. It may be used for a variety of tasks, including drying crops, heating rooms, conditioning wood, and curing industrial items. Introducing artificial roughness to surfaces emerges as a highly effective method to augment heat transfer rates within the ducts of solar air heaters. Over the past three decades, research interest has centered on the incorporation of …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Assessment of Operational Productivity of Worker in Composing Industry by Micro and Memo Methodology in Casting Process
Abstract: The micro and memo movement is about the technique of recording and examining the timing of primary factors of an operation. The goal is to reach the exceptional approach of performing the operation. The micro and memo action crew of approach is based totally on the notion of dividing human activity. It is divided into actions or organizations of moves in accordance to the motive for which they are made. …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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PVC Pipe Designer Furniture
Abstract: AbstractPolyvinyl chloride (PVC) products are 100% recyclable physically, chemically and energetically. This can be used to make various products like steam houses, kid’s houses, shoes stands, laptop stands, kid’s scooters, bookshelves etc. There are many benefits of PVC such as, high impact resistance, good temperature capability, light weight etc. PVC’s versatility, cost effectiveness and an excellent record of use, makes it capable enough that it can replace traditional building materials …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Investigation of Inter Delamination Properties and Morphological Analysis of Natural Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Matrix Composites
Abstract: AbstractNatural fibers are strong, light weight, renewable, cheap, completely or partially recyclable, and biodegradable. The various types of natural fibers are flax, cotton, jute, sisal, kenaf pineapple, bamboo, banana, wood, etc. In this work, sisal fibers and banana fibers have been employed as the main reinforcing materials with epoxy resin as the matrix in order to increase the effectiveness of natural fiber-reinforced polymer matrix composites. In this study, it is …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Tung Oil Based Polyurethanes: A Short Review
Abstract: Polyurethane (PU) formulated from natural polyols obtained from Tung oil (TO) have improved hydroxylation of the double bonds in the fatty acid chains of the unsaturated oil followed by the alcoholysis of the hydroxylated oil. The comparative chemical analysis between unmodified and modified TO suggested that the hydroxyl content increased significantly after the hydroxylation and alcoholysis reactions. Incorporated wood flour (WF), microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) or rice husk ash (RHA) as …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 43–47 Read article
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Potential Application of Pyrolysis Bio-Oil as a Substitute for Diesel and Petroleum Fuel
Abstract: In this review, the potential of biomass-based pyrolysis bio-oil for a replacement to diesel and petroleum fuel was reported. Relevant articles on the pyrolysis of agricultural wastes were consulted. The properties of the bio-oils, diesel, and petroleum were compared. It was found in the literature values that the bio-oil derived from the pyrolysis of empty fruit bunches (EFB) and wood showed a remarkable heating value of 32.60 and 32.40 MJ/kg, …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Production of Renewable fuel from a high invasive risk native plant
Abstract: Petroleum has been the transportation fuel of choice for more than a century now, but it’s not the only fuel that can run our cars and trucks. Some of the most promising replacements for oil come from organic biomass, including crops such as corn, switch grass, eucalyptus, soybeans and algae, wood, the main sources for the renewable fuels in use today. Bioethanol and Biodiesel are the most widely used renewable …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Plastic Slatted Plate and Conveyor Belt
Abstract: This project is about the plastic slatted floor used for poultry farming. The findings of this study suggest that perforated plastic floors could be a good alternative to substitute wood shavings to raise broilers (male and female) since it was efficient from the perspective of environmental conditions and production rates, promoting a better quality environment and superior production rates. However, more research must be conducted to study the effects of …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 10–13 Read article
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Acacia catechu: A Unani Traditional, Phytochemical and Pharmacological Review
Abstract: Kath is a hot water extract of red heartwood of Acacia catechu Willd which is brown colored material with bitter taste. Acacia catechu is commonly known as Khair or Kattha. It is a medicinal plant found in almost every region of India recognized for its medicinal and therapeutic uses. It is multipurpose plant as bark, leaves and wood of this plant has high medicinal value. In Unani system of medicine, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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A Study to Assess Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Safety Measures among Chemical Factory Workers in Kupwad MIDC at Sangli District
Abstract: There are varieties of hazards to which workers may be exposed and which may cause various diseases. Any chemical that can cause illness, injury or an emergency is hazardous. Chemicals are used extensively in industries. Many useful purpose products are derived from chemical, e.g, Pesticides, fertilizers, paints, plastics and fiber glass. However, it is important to exercise caution in the usage of chemicals. Some chemicals are inherently so dangerous that …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 10–13 Read article
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A Critical Appraisal on Phytochemical Constituents and Therapeutic Effect of Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Abstract: In present era, traditional medicines are getting more attention worldwide. Herbal medicines are one among them with great therapeutic significance and potential actions. Glycyrrhiza glabra is one of the important and widely used classical herbal medicinal plants with vast clinical action. Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn. Commonly known as Liquorice, sweet wood, Mulahatti and Yashtimadhu. It has key activities from getting rid of simple cough, eye troubles to curing asthma, bronchitis, abdominal …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Radon Estimation in Some Lakes and Fraser River Water of British Columbia, Canada using LR-115 Type II Alpha Track Detector
Abstract: Radon activity levels were measured in the five Lakes and Fraser River water samples collected from different locations of British Columbia in Canada. The purpose of this study was to compare Radon activity levels in all six sources of water. Water was collected in air tight bottles and stored for two weeks before investigation. LR-115 Type II nuclear track detectors of 1.2 cm2 were used for recording radon alpha tracks. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–8 Read article