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Smart Fast Charging System with Active Cell Balancing for 4S1P Battery Packs and Smart Charger for EVs
Abstract: In the realm of electric vehicles (EVs), efficient charging solutions play a pivotal role in enhancing user experience and advancing sustainability. This project introduces three innovative concepts aimed at revolutionizing EV charging infrastructure: Parallel Charging, Smart Charger, and Active Cell Balancing. Parallel Charging introduces a groundbreaking approach to charging by efficiently delivering power to multiple batteries simultaneously. By doing so, it significantly reduces overall charging time, thereby enhancing convenience for …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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Effect of Malaria Endemic on Socio-Economic Activities in South-East Nigeria: A Study from 2012 to 2023
Abstract: The research investigated the effects of malaria on socio-economic activities in South-East Nigeria between 2012 and 2023, emphasizing the effectiveness of different malaria management strategies. The analysis utilized both primary and secondary data, employing frequency tables and a five-point Likert scale to gauge respondents' levels of agreement. Furthermore, multiple regression models were utilized to explore the relationships among the variables.. Findings indicated that while diverse malaria interventions had a positive …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 Read article
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A Comprehensive review on phytomedicinal activity of chirchita (Achyranthes aspera): an Indian Rural Medicinal Plant
Abstract: Because it is used to treat many types of diseases. Native to India, Achyranthes aspera (Chirchita) has been used in rural medicine for generations.This review explores the phytomedicinal significance of Achyranthes aspera, focusing on its bioactive compounds and the pharmacological activities that support its use in treating various ailments. This plant is a useful tool in traditional and alternative medicine. Because it has anti-inflammatory properties Antioxidants Antibacterial, anticancer and liver …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 74–85 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Antioxidant Activity of Bhringraj (Eclipta alba) : An Indian Ancient Herb
Abstract: Eclipta alba, commonly known as Bhringraj, is an herb widely utilized in traditional Indian medicine (Ayurveda) for its diverse therapeutic properties, particularly in promoting hair growth, enhancing liver function, and improving overall health. Among its numerous biological activities, the plant’s antioxidant potential has garnered significant interest in modern phytochemistry. Oxidative stress, caused by an imbalance between reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the body’s antioxidant defenses, is a key contributor to …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Mix Proportioning of Biochar as a Partial Replacement of Cement Using Alkaline Activators in Concrete Composite
Abstract: The growth of the world population has led to a heightened need for housing, making construction a crucial sector. Cement, a critical element in concrete mixtures, is indispensable in construction activities. Yet, the diminishing reserves of natural resources such as limestone and rocks, essential for cement manufacturing, necessitate sustainable options. This research investigates the creation of sustainable concrete blends by incorporating biochar and ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS), activated …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 628–639 Read article
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Studies on the antioxidant content and antimicrobial activity of cucumber (cucumissativus) peel collected from bagmari, kolkata, west bengal, india
Abstract: Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is widely consumed across the globe, yet its peels are commonly discarded as waste, despite possessing a wealth of bioactive compounds. Recent studies have highlighted that these peels contain substantial amounts of antioxidants, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-carcinogenic properties, making them a promising candidate for value-added applications. In this study, methanolic extracts (80% v/v) of cucumber peels were systematically analyzed to assess their total phenolic content (TPC), total …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Synthesis of Activated Carbon from Corn Cob and Factors Affecting its Adsorption and Desorption Efficiency of Cationic Brilliant Green Dye
Abstract: Extreme dye pollutants released from textile, leather, and pulp industries are becoming a major concern to the water. These pollutants are highly toxic to living things. The major objective of this study was to prepare low-cost and efficient activated carbon from corncob (CCAC) adsorbent through the H2SO4 activation method and characterize its suitability for removing brilliant green dye (BGD) from aqueous solution. The adsorption and desorption efficiency of the prepared …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 27–44 Read article
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Improved Photocatalytic Activity for Removal of Methylene Blue Dye from Aqueous Solutions with La2O3-Modified Ceria Heterostructured Binary Oxide Nanocomposite Particles
Abstract: The current study aimed to examine the photocatalytic efficacy of a bimetallic CeO2-La2O3 hetero-NC in comparison to monometallic CeO2 and La2O3 nanoparticles (NPs), utilizing Methylene Blue (MB)as pollutant sample under natural solar and UV irradiation. The coprecipitation method was utilized to produce a bimetallic CeO2-La2O3 hetero-NC. Following this, the nanostructures underwent characterization through various techniques including FT-IR, FE-SEM, XRD, UV Vis- DRS, Raman, and Photoluminescence spectroscopy. The catalytic activity of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 514–532 Read article
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Studies on the Antioxidant Content and Antimicrobial Activity of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) Peels Collected from Bagmari, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Abstract: Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is widely consumed across the globe, yet its peels are commonly discarded as waste, despite possessing a wealth of bioactive compounds. Recent studies have highlighted that these peels contain substantial amounts of antioxidants, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anticarcinogenic properties, making them a promising candidate for value-added applications. In this study, methanolic extracts (80% v/v) of cucumber peels were systematically analyzed to assess their total phenolic content (TPC), total …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–14 Read article
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Anticancer Potential and Other Therapeutic Activities of Curcumin & Its Derivatives
Abstract: Curcumin, a compound isolated from turmeric, is used in the management of various diseases due to its extensive medicinal properties. Curcumin, the principal polyphenol isolated from Curcuma longa (turmeric), has garnered immense scientific interest for its extensive medicinal properties, including potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer activities demonstrated in preclinical models. An expanding body of research indicates broad therapeutic promise in managing diverse pathologies, from various cancers to chronic inflammatory, metabolic, …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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Synthesis, characterization, and antibacterial activity of silver nanoparticles with expired minocycline as reducing agent: proposed as a recycling technique.
Abstract: In this research, expired minocycline, a broad-spectrum tetracycline antibiotic, was employed as both a reducing and stabilizing agent for the eco-friendly synthesis of silver nanoparticles. This sustainable method avoids the use of toxic chemical reducing agents, providing a greener alternative for nanoparticle production. The synthesized silver nanoparticles were analyzed using several characterization techniques, such as UV-Vis’s spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, and Edex analysis, to assess their structural, …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 30–43 Read article
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Polymer Waste-Derived Activated Carbon from PET for High-Efficiency Supercapacitor Electrodes
Abstract: The exponential increase in plastic waste, particularly Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)—a polymer characterized by its repeating aromatic terephthalate units and ester linkages—has escalated into a global environmental crisis. This study details a low-cost synthesis of porous carbon materials derived from waste PET via pyrolysis followed by chemical activation with calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2). During pyrolysis, the PET polymer chains undergo thermal degradation, where the aromatic rings in the backbone serve as precursors …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1419–1447 Read article
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Regional Variation in Amino Acid Composition, Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activity of Tasar Sericin from North and South Bihar
Abstract: This study investigates geographical differences in biochemical and functional characteristics of sericin obtained from Antheraea mylitta cocoons sourced from two regions of Bihar, India: Bhagalpur (North) and Banka (South). Sericin was isolated via an alkali-assisted autoclaving process. Amino acid profiles were determined using HPLC. Free radical scavenging capacity was measured through DPPH, ABTS, and hydrogen peroxide assays. Antibacterial and antifungal effects were tested against Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Candida …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Synthesis of new heterocyclic compounds containing nitrogen, sulphur and study their biological activity
Abstract: Several substituted pyridines with brominated coumarin and with other substituents were achieved by condensing brominated coumarin IV with 4-methoxybenzaldehyde in basic solution forming α,β-unsaturated ketone II. Hantzsch reaction of this ketone with β-ketoester to provide precursor substituted pyridines. The Hantzsch reaction product was subjected to different reactions. The other targeted heterocyclic compound was obtained by reaction of α,β-unsaturated ketone II with hydrazine carbothioamide to give substituted pyrazole with brominated coumarin, …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Simulation of Pole Placement Controller for an Active Bus Suspension System
Abstract: Designing a suspension system for a bus is an interesting and challenging control problem. When the suspension system is designed, a one quarter bus model (one of the four wheels) is used to reduce the complexity of the problem. The active suspension system is the one which has a force actuator in parallel to passive suspension. The open loop time response of the suspension system is damped oscillatory and has …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Investigations on Piezoactuator-Based Active Vibration Isolation for Tool-Based Micromachining Applications
Abstract: Stacked piezoactuators are suitable actuators for active vibration isolation systems due to their high stiffness and fast response. However, they exhibit hysteresis nonlinearity between applied voltage and the resulting displacement. In this paper, Bouc-Wen model is used to model the hysteresis nonlinearity of stacked piezoactuator. The model parameters are estimated from the experimental voltage-displacement data of a stacked piezoactuator using “Trust-region nonlinear least square method” in MATLAB Simulink. The resulting …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 41–49 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Active Power Filter for Aircraft System
Abstract: Sinusoidal current control approach for extracting reference currents for shunt lively energy filters were modified using genetic algorithm and its performances had been compared. The acute evaluation of comparison of the repayment functionality based on THD and speedwell be finished, and pointers may be given for the selection of method for use. The simulated effects the usage of MATLAB version are shown, and they will undoubtedly prove the significance of …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Application of AI Techniques in Three-phase Shunt Active Power Filter in Unbalanced and Distorted Supply Conditions
Abstract: This paper deals with a new improved model of the shunt active power filter having the control scheme using Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) technique in unbalanced and distorted supply system. In this paper, three soft computing techniques viz; Genetic algorithm, Fuzz logic, neural network are used. The simulation results using MATLAB model confirm that combination of these algorithms together create an optimum system, which clearly proves the effectiveness of the …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Adaptive Hysteresis Band Current Controller for the Shunt Active Power Filter Using the d-q0 Reference Frame Theory
Abstract: Recent wide spread applications of power electronic equipment has caused an increase of the harmonic disturbances in the power systems. The nonlinear loads draw harmonic and reactive power components of current from AC mains. Here an adaptive hysteresis band current controlled shunt active power filter is presented to eliminate harmonics and to compensate the reactive power of three-phase rectifier. This current controller changes the hysteresis bandwidth according to modulation frequency, …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Comparative study on defluoridation by adsorption using rice husk ash, tamarind seed powder and activated
Abstract: In the present study, the ability and suitability of low cost adsorbents such as rice husk ash (RHA), tamarind seed powder (TSP) to adsorb fluoride ions was investigated in jar test apparatus and results were compared with that of commercially available activated charcoal powder (ACP). The major parameters such as pH, concentration of F- ions, stirring rate, contact time and different adsorbent dosages were studied and optimized. The maximum removal …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 25–32 Read article