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143 articles for “electrodes”
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Parametric Optimization of Tool Wear Rate in Side Flushing form of Die Sink EDM of EN-31 Die Steel
Abstract: Electrical discharge machining (EDM) is one of the most extensively used non-conventional material removal processes for manufacturing geometrically complex or hard material parts that are extremely difficult to machine by conventional machining process. EDM researchers have concentrated on achieving faster and more efficient metal removal rate coupled with a reduction in tool wear and improved surface characteristics. In this paper, the operating performance measures of side flushing type of electrical …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 72–80 Read article
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Electrochemical Recovery of MnO2 from Spent Alkaline Batteries
Abstract: In the alkaline batteries of Zn/MnO2, the electrolytic manganese dioxide (EMD) is used as cathode that constitutes a very important part of household waste which contributes with heavy metals to the solid urban waste. This paper described the recovery of EMD by electro-oxidation on carbon cloth in acidic leached liquors from spent alkaline batteries. The maximum extraction for Mn and Zn were 43.68% (0.744 molL-1) and 56.11% (0.7321 molL-1) respectively. …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Evaluating Novel Inhibitor Pigment Blends using Electrochemical Scanning Techniques (EIS, SVET and SKP)
Abstract: AbstractOne of the main applications coming to the fore for scanning vibrating electrode technique (SVET) and scanning Kelvin probe (SKP) systems is ability to look at inhibitor combinations, which could be used to replace chromates in coil-coated galvanized steels. The results are very promising using the SVET system and results with the SKP system also show results to be comparable with the SVET system. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) is also …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 6–16 Read article
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Nanomaterials and Their Effects on the Environment: Analyzing Widespread Use
Abstract: Due to the need and uses of nanoparticles in a wide variety of fields of human activity, including industry, agriculture, commerce, medical, and public health, there has been a significant uptick in interest in nanotechnology among the general populace. Because of the inevitability of environmental exposure to nanomaterials as a consequence of their increasing incorporation into our everyday lives, more and more focus is being placed on the study of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 97–103 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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Parametric Optimization of TIG Welding Process in Butt Joining of AISI 310 Austenitic Stainless Steel Materials
Abstract: Tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding is an arc welding process that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce the weld. Selection of the levels of the input parameters plays a very significant role in determining the quality of a weld joint. The present study is planned to investigate effects of process parameters: welding current, gas flow rate and arc gap on ultimate tensile strength in TIG welding of austenitic stainless …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Performance Analysis of Fully Flexible Organic Humidity Sensor with Top-Contact and Bottom-Contact OTFTs
Abstract: Abstract: Organic field-effect transistor (OFET) based humidity sensors are extensively used nowadays due to their low cost, mechanically flexible and compatibility with lower temperature fabrication techniques that support the plastic substrate based device and circuit applications. This paper investigates the humidity dependence of performance of organic humidity sensor with Top-Contact and Bottom-Contact OTFTs. Subsequently, impact of channel length on sensor performance is analyzed. The humidity sensitivity of organic sensor drain …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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IOT Based Digital pH Meter Using Arduino
Abstract: AbstractThis paper gives information for measuring the pH value by IoT based Digital pH meter using Arduino. This paper also focuses on the schematic circuit design for its digital display system. The system is a variable device that is easily adapted to a wide range of measurements. The user can measure the pH value of any liquid solution and semi-solid. A glass bulb type electrode located at the tip of …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Development of Electrochemical Discharge Machine for Machining Non-conductive Materials
Abstract: Electrochemical discharge machining (ECDM) is the hybrid machining process combination of electrodischarge machining and electrochemical machining process. ECDM is different machining process for micro-drilling and micro-grooving of variety of glasses, ceramics and composites. Electrochemical discharge machining also called as spark assisted chemical engraving (SACE). ECDM process is an effective and micro-machining process for non-conductive materials. It is used in micro-electromechanical system (MEMS) applications. ECDM parameters are material removing rate (MRR), …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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Experimental Investigations on Concentric Flow Dry Ultrasonic Assisted Wire Electric Discharge Machining (CFDUAWEDM) Using Regression Analysis
Abstract: This paper presents an application of concentric flow mode of dry dielectric (compressed air) supply for ultrasonic assisted wire electric discharge machining process (CFDUAWEDM). The concentric flow mode of dielectric supply using ultrasonic assistance is expected to offers improved surface integrity, environmental and operator friendliness during wire electric discharge machining (WEDM) process. Experimental set up was developed wherein, the ultrasonic vibration was applied to the electrode wire using an ultrasonic …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Weld Strength in Pulsed Current TIG Welding of AA 5052 Alloys – A Technical Review
Abstract: TIG welding, also known as Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, is a method in which metal parts are welded together using heat or pressure. Inert gas is used to cover the electrodes and weld pools. Superior alloys such as stainless steel, aluminium, and magnesium alloys must be used to make high-quality weld connections. In 1825, the aluminium metal was conceived and produced. This project is based on the 5052 aluminum alloy …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Investigate the effect of TIG welding process parameters on weld distortion of AA6061 - A Technical review
Abstract: TIG welding, also known as Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, is a process that uses heat orpressure to join metal pieces. The electrodes and weld pools are covered with inert gas. Toachieve high-quality weld connections, superior alloys such as stainless steel, aluminium, andmagnesium alloys must be employed. The aluminium metal was invented and produced in 1825.This project uses the 6061 aluminium alloy, which is one of nine different varieties of aluminium …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Integration of Taguchi and MCDM Techniques for the Optimization of Experimental Parameters in Electrical Discharge Machining: A Research
Abstract: Electric discharge machining (EDM) represents a non-conventional approach to machining, particularly beneficial for processing hard-to-machine materials or components with high length-to-diameter ratios or intricate shapes. Widely employed across various industries such as automotive, chemical, aerospace, biomedical, and tool and die, EDM offers a unique method for achieving precise shapes and dimensions. Unlike traditional machining methods where form is attained through the interaction of the tool and workpiece, EDM operates without …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 6–14 Read article
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Application of Smart Material Technology: A Review
Abstract: These days, smart materials are employed in every aspect of technology and human life. Much work is being done to explore their potential in different engineering applications that could benefit the average person. Shape memory alloys, piezoelectric materials, magneto rheological materials (MR), and electro rheological materials (ER) are just a few examples of the many diverse kinds of smart materials. The electric supply can be adjusted to change the viscosity …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Multi-variable Analysis and Optimization of Electrical Discharge Machining Process Using a PCA-ANN Based Approach
Abstract: AbstractThe optimum selection of process parameters has played a crucial role in electrical discharge machining (EDM) for improving the material removal rate, reducing the tool wear rate and radial overcut. In this paper, optimum parameters while machining 202 stainless steel using copper electrode as a tool has been investigated. For optimization of process parameters along with multiple quality characteristics, principal component analysis coupled with artificial neural network method has been …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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Sodium Imbalance among Post-operative Traumatic Brain Injury Patients: A Descriptive Study
Abstract: Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the damage to the brain resulting from external mechanical force, such as rapid acceleration or deceleration or penetration by a projectile object. Electrolyte imbalance, especially sodium is very common due to the abnormal biochemical changes which occur after TBI. Nurses should have the knowledge about the changes in electrolyte levels in order to understand the principles of treatment and to prevent common complications in …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 26–35 Read article
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Effect of Surface Spinal Stimulation on Spasticity in SCI: A Single Case Study
Abstract: Spasticity forms one of the major complications after a spinal cord injury. Various treatment approaches are used for its reduction. Surface spinal stimulation has been used in this case and its effect pre- and post-treatment have been compared. A 27-year-old male suffered a spinal cord injury of the level C4-C5 due to a bus accident, in which the bus had overturned. The patient is a follow-up case of C4-C5 discoligamentous …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Effect of Ultrasound and Low Level Laser Therapy on Nerve Conduction Studies in Patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Abstract: Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common entrapment neuropathy resulting from median nerve compression with the symptoms of pain, numbness and tingling in the hand and fingers. There are many conservative treatment options available for carpal tunnel syndrome. Ultrasound and low level LASER therapy are found to be one of the effective conservative treatments. The purpose of this study is to find the effect of ultrasound and low level LASER therapy …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Entropy Analysis of EEG between Alcoholic and Control Subjects during Visual Stimulus Perception
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to examine the variation in the EEG signal recorded from a group of individual, who were subjected under the effect of alcoholism while comparing them to non-alcoholic or controlled state. For the purpose, EEG from individuals was processed while subjects were perceiving visual picture stimulus from Snodgrass and Vanderwart picture set. A total of 10 trials for each subject have been considered in matched/non-matched …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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Music on Mind and Body: A Simultaneous EEG and EMG Study to Quantify Emotions from Hindustani Classical Music
Abstract: With the advent of various techniques to assess the bioelectric signals on the surface of the body, it has become possible to develop various human-computer interface systems. In this study, for the first-time a cross- correlation based data is reported for two-different types of bio-signals viz. EEG (Electroencephalography) and EMG (Electromyography). Whereas EEG refers to the neuro-electric impulses generated in the brain recorded in the form of electric potentials, EMG …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 27–38 Read article