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Synthesis of PANI/RGO/NiCrO Nanocomposite Material for Charge Storage Application
Abstract: PANI/RGO/NiCrO nanocomposite is synthesized by chemical oxidative polymerization of aniline and Nickel-Chromium Oxide (NiCrO). The prepared PANI/RGO/NiCrO nanocomposite exhibited high specific capacitance of 800 F/g at the scan rate of 5 mV/s, high power density of 1399.44 Wkg-1 and high energy density of 70 Whkg-1. The as-prepared polymer nanocomposites were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) to study crystallinity, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) to know the functional groups, Transmission electron …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 89–99 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of Al-Mg-Si Alloy based Hybrid Composite Reinforced with SiC and Graphite
Abstract: The present work is carried out to investigate the mechanical properties of Al-Mg-Si alloy matrix based hybrid metal matrix composites (MMCs) using stir casting method owing to its popularity and large scale productions. SiC and graphite reinforcements were added each with 1%, 2%, 3% and 4% respectively to fabricate four composites specimens. X-ray diffractometer and scanning electron microscope were used for phase identification and microstructure characterization (SEM). Density, hardness, compressive …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 9–19 Read article
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Structural and Electrical Properties of Low-Energy Ion Beam Kr-Irradiated In/Se Bilayer
Abstract: In the present work, In (~50 nm) over Se (~50 nm) thin films were deposited successively on an Si substrate by e-beam evaporation method under 2×10–5 mbar pressure. The In/Se bilayers were irradiated with low-energy ion beams of 350 keV Kr+1 with fluence of 3 × 1016 ions/cm2. The sample was subsequently characterized for phase formation using X-ray diffraction and thickness profile using Rutherford backscattering spectrometry analysis. In the pristine …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 91–96 Read article
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Effect of Length and Tenor of the Introduction of Sansevieria cylindrica Fibers on the Mechanical Performance of Natural Fiber Composites
Abstract: The substitution of synthetic fillers, such as carbon black, with biobased ones in natural rubber (NR) is a trend of interest in view of increased sustainability and exploitation of agroforest waste in the materials sector. In this work, NR was filled with short fibers extracted from Sansevieria cylindrica (SC) leaves of various length (10, 20, 30, or 40 mm) and in different amounts (3, 6, or 10 g per 100 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 94–101 Read article
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Photoluminescent Reduced Graphene Oxide (rGO)–ZnO Nanocomposites Prepared Through one-pot Solvothermal Route
Abstract: In the present article, we report solvothermal synthesis of reduced graphene oxide (rGO)–ZnO nanocomposites through in situ exfoliations of graphite oxide with two different zinc-containing precursors viz. Zinc acetate dihydrate and zinc(II) acetylacetonate in water-diethylene glycol medium with hexamethylenetetramine as a reducing agent. The obtained rGO–ZnO nanocomposites were characterized by X-ray diffraction, and the ZnO lattice parameters were calculated. Raman spectroscopy indicated the presence of characteristic bands of graphene and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 70–80 Read article
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Microstructure and Mechanical Characterization of AA390 and Si3N4 Metal Matrix Composite Using Severe Plastic Deformation
Abstract: Metal matrix composites (MMCs) have significant attention in recent years due to their potential for improved mechanical properties compared to conventional monolithic materials. This study focuses on the microstructure and mechanical characterization of a MMC comprising AA390 aluminum alloy reinforced with Si3N4 particles. The severe plastic deformation (SPD) process, Equal Channel Angular Pressing (ECAP), was employed to fabricate the composite with enhanced mechanical properties. The ECAP method was chosen as …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 17–30 Read article
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Influence of SiO2 Nanoparticles on the Structural, Morphological, and Optical Properties of CsPbBr3 Quantum Dots
Abstract: This work mainly investigates the structural and optical property differences between CsPbBr3/SiO2 quantum dots (QDs) and CsPbBr3 QDs thin films deposited on fluorine-doped tin oxide (FTO) glass. X-ray diffraction of CsPbBr3/SiO2 QD thin film showed a polycrystalline cubic nanostructure with (200) as a dominant phase and did not show any peak of SiO2. Scanning and transmission electron microscopy images show that it is very small spherical or semi-spherical particles with …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 62–69 Read article
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Performance Improvement of Nano Field Effect Transistor Based on Zinc Oxide Semiconducting Materials – a Critical Analysis
Abstract: New semiconductor materials and new shapes for contemporary nanostructured semiconductor devices, like nanowires, have been researched as a result of advancements in transistor technology. Because of their unique electrical, photonic, and sensing capabilities, nanowires (NWs) constructed of various semiconductor material systems (gallium arsenide, zinc oxide, etc.) have been the subject of intense research over the past 20 years. Due to its distinctive properties, including high electron mobility, high crystalline quality, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 99–107 Read article
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Speed Control of A Doubly Fed Induction Motor using Integral Plus Proportional Controller
Abstract: Conventionally, the speed control manipulate of Doubly-Fed Induction Motor (DFIM) has been developed primarily which is based on traditional Proportional-Plus-Integral (PI) controller due to its simple construction and implementation. The steady-state error minimization, overshoot removal and disturbance rejection are not possible in which the benefits of PI controller are chosen through trial and errors approach. The steady-state error and disturbance rejection may be viable, if the benefits of Proportional-Plus-Integral controller …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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Design and Arduino Implementation of Artificial Neural Network Based Intelligent Power Management System of Bangladesh
Abstract: The research contrivance is to maintain and control load detachment or shedding in local distribution area and also utilize different types of power generation units such as conventional and non-conventional energy sources. The artificial neural network will anticipate, predict and exploit idea when generation is insufficient to meet the load demand. If the demand for the load is more than a generation, the artificial neural network will acknowledge the specific …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 17–29 Read article
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Performance Analysis of Combined Application of FACTS and HVDC Parallel Tie-Line for Interconnection and Synchronization of Large Thermal Power Grid
Abstract: This research work shows the working principle of two combined cases and application of flexible AC transmission system tie-line and high voltage direct current tie-line for interconnection and synchronization of two large thermal power grid system of 12 areas when load disturbance occurred in power grid-1 ΔPL6 = 0.01 pu. This research work is done with two interconnected linear, conventional and traditional thermal power grid system of 12 areas accepted …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Design of a Wireless Protection Scheme for Smart-Grid-Based Industrial Systems
Abstract: This paper illustrates the design of an alternative current measuring method which can be used for the protection of electrical machines, especially generators and motors, used in oil and gas industry. A comparison is made between the use of Hall effect sensors and current transformers for fault current detection. Also, different wireless communication methods that can be used in accordance with Hall effect sensors for detecting faulty conditions are discussed. …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Electromagnetic Transients of a Sagging Conductor above Lossy Earth—Effect of its Loading and of the Earth Parameters
Abstract: This paper addresses the electromagnetic transients of a non-uniform overhead transmission line conductor with due consideration of its receiving-end load, its sag and of the earth parameters. The concept of the complex penetration depth is adopted in the formulation of the line’s equations in the s-domain. A relation for the conductor height as a function of the longitudinal co-ordinate is derived and incorporated in the analysis. The two simultaneous differential …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 47–59 Read article
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Elements of Power System Reliability
Abstract: The paper highlights various elements of quantitative and qualitative aspects of reliability of electrical power systems. In today’s world, the availability of power is of prime importance to the electrical power industry. It hence becomes important to study the measure of ability of the power system to supply the aggregate electrical power and meet the energy requirements of the customers for certain duration of time. It also covers the aspect …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 42–45 Read article
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Supercapacitor-Battery Hybridization to Prevent Battery Life for Pulsed Load Applications
Abstract: Management of power in the pulsed load applications has become a significant issue when it comes to the battery backup systems. For the pulsed load applications, deep discharge of the battery and battery health problems are very well known. In this paper, an attempt is made to overcome these key challenges by connecting a high power density device, ultracapacitor (super capacitor) in parallel with the battery. The role of ultracapacitor …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Return on Investments and Payback Period Calculations for Solar Rooftop Power Plants: A Case Study for Gujarat, India
Abstract: Solar roof-top and ground-top systems are proven technology now-a-days. The roof-top systems are becoming popular in residential, commercial and industrial consumers. This paper deals with payback period calculations for 1 kW and 2 kW domestic and 15 kW industrial users at Rajkot, Gujarat, India. Different solar PV investment models are discussed here in this paper. Actual solar power generation data, as well as the project data for the different sites, …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Electromagnetic Transients and Frequency Characteristics of a Loaded Horizontal Conductor above Lossy Earth
Abstract: This paper addresses the electromagnetic transients and the frequency characteristics of a thin conductor horizontally suspended above lossy earth. The analysis takes into consideration the receiving-end termination and the earth parameters. The effect of the ground return is represented by incorporating the concept of the complex penetration depth in the formulation of the line’s equations in the s-domain. The resulting simultaneous differential equations governing the voltage and current are solved …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 29–41 Read article
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No Cost Energy Conservation Measures (NCECM) Leads to Energy Saving: A Fad or Truth
Abstract: World known fossil fuel reserve is limited and expected to last until the end of this century if we continue to use it at the present rate. In order to maintain the ever-rising energy demand, we need to reduce the demand while increasing the generation besides looking for alternative energy sources including renewable energy. Conducting the energy audit to identify No Cost Energy Conservation Measures (NCECM) and implementation of the …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 53–59 Read article
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Application of Dynamic Phasor Model as an Alternative to DFT in Phasor Measurement
Abstract: This paper presents the application of dynamic phasor based models as an alternative to the Discrete Fourier Transform (DFT) commonly used in the Phasor Measurement Units (PMU). The paper demonstrates that the computation of a phasor using DFT in discrete time domain is equivalent to the computation of phasor (Dynamic Phasor) in continuous time domain. This paper proposes the application of dynamic phasor based models to simulate a Wide Area …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 46–52 Read article
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Minimization of Steady State Error of DC Motor Drive Using PID Controller
Abstract: As it is the time of advanced technology, machinery implementation is increasing very rapidly. Industries always work with the implemented technology which gives the fast and accurate response of the system. This paper includes the dc motor speed controlling using the PID controller. Close loop control system and electrical drives have the advantageous system for the technology. DC motor is used for getting best and easiest speed and torque control …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 25–29 Read article