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147 articles for “surface functionalization”
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Design and Performance Evaluation of PLA-based Umbrella Wheels for Stair-Climbing Robotic Applications
Abstract: Staircase climbing robots require a complex design capable of navigating various stair configurations. A crucial component of such robots is the wheel mechanism. This paper focuses on the umbrella wheel mechanism and its application in staircase climbing robots. In this study, a PLA–based umbrella wheel structure is developed and fabricated using fused deposition modeling (FDM) for application in stair-climbing robots. The umbrella wheel geometry enables transformation from a circular rolling …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 808–824 Read article
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Heterocyclic Compounds in Thin Film Coatings: A Review on Anticorrosion and Antimicrobial Properties.
Abstract: Heterocyclic compounds have gained significant attention in thin film coatings due to their exceptional chemical versatility and functional properties. These compounds, characterized by the presence of heteroatoms in their ring structures, play a crucial role in enhancing the anticorrosion and antimicrobial performance of protective coatings. This review explores the recent advancements in the application of heterocyclic compounds for corrosion resistance and microbial inhibition, emphasizing their mechanisms of action, effectiveness, and …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Nano-Chemical Revolution in Vaccinology: A Study
Abstract: The development of traditional vaccines, reliant on attenuated pathogens or purified proteins, has historically been limited by slow development timelines, poor stability, and low immunogenicity requiring potent, often non-specific, adjuvants. This synthesis argues that the convergence of nano-material science and meticulous chemical engineering represents the next major paradigm shift in preventative medicine. Nano-materials, particularly Lipid Nanoparticles (LNPs) and various polymeric or inorganic scaffolds, have transitioned from theoretical constructs to essential …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Liposomes as Therapeutic Vehicles: Advancing Targeted Drug Delivery in Healthcare
Abstract: Liposomes represent an innovative approach to targeted drug delivery. These tiny, lipid-based vesicles can encapsulate medications, allowing them to travel directly to diseased cells while minimizing impact on healthy tissues. By using liposomes, medications can improve their effectiveness while reducing side effects, leading to better overall treatment results.. Their structure enables a controlled release of the drug, which can be particularly beneficial for therapies requiring sustained action. This technology holds …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 39–46 Read article
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Exploring Type-II Diabetes Potential of Phyto-Derived Carbon Dots
Abstract: The integration of phytoconstituents with carbon dots (C-dots) presents a novel and sustainable approach to the development of nanotherapeutics for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). C-dots, zero-dimensional carbon-based nanomaterials, exhibit unique physicochemical properties including high fluorescence, tunable surface chemistry, biocompatibility, and low toxicity. Their ability to enhance the solubility, bioavailability, and targeted delivery of poorly soluble phytochemicals renders them highly suitable for biomedical applications. This study explores the synthesis of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 16, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 08–25 Read article
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Green Synthesis of Copper Nanoparticle for the Treatment of Neurodegenerative Disease
Abstract: The study of ecologically friendly CuNP synthesis is a growing area with potential applications in biomedical research and environmental remediation, as well as sustainable nanotechnology. Generally, reducing, and stabilizing agents such as microbes, plant extracts, or other natural sources are used. The green synthesis methodology guarantees the production of nanoparticles with desired characteristics for biomedical applications while simultaneously mitigating the environmental effect that comes with conventional chemical processes. CuNPs possess …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 13–24 Read article
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Landmine Detection Robot with Live Surveillance
Abstract: Abstract Nowadays in war-torn communities around the world, landmines are causing immense civilian casualties. A land mine is an explosive device, which is meant to destroy or disable enemy and buried under or on the ground, especially in the mined countries like Afghanistan and Iraq. Accordingly, the majority of land mines are located under the ground surface and are triggered by pressure or tripwire. Mostly the surface of the landmines …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Precipitable Water for Human Consumption in Rural Areas: Calculation Method and Engineering Design
Abstract: This work describes a methodological process to estimate the precipitable water for human consumption as a function of meteorological parameters like ambient and dew point temperature, water vapor and ambient pressure, and relative humidity. The paper uses empirical correlations to determine the most accurate procedure for atmospheric rainwater, resulting in a simple relation between precipitable water and dew point temperature as the highest accurate one. The study shows the dew …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 41–57 Read article
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Graphene Based Electronic Skin for Wearable Health Monitoring and Human– review on Machine Interaction, Materials, Structures and AI Integration
Abstract: Graphene-based electronic skin (e-skin) has emerged as a transformative technology for next-generation wearable health monitoring and advanced human–machine interaction (HMI). Owing to its outstanding electrical conductivity, mechanical flexibility, atomic-scale thickness, and biocompatibility, graphene enables the fabrication of ultrathin, conformal, and multifunctional sensors capable of mimicking the sensory functions of natural human skin. Over the past decade, research in this domain has progressed rapidly across four interconnected fronts: material synthesis and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Progress in Renal Tumor Surgery: The Role of 3D Surgical Planning in Partial Nephrectomy
Abstract: Renal cell carcinoma is the most common form of kidney cancer, representing 2–3% of global cases, with the highest incidence in Western Europe. For small renal tumors, partial nephrectomy is the preferred treatment, where the tumor is surgically removed. This procedure does not affect oncological outcomes, allowing part of the kidney to remain functional. During tumor removal, the surgeon minimizes excessive bleeding and improves visibility by cutting off the arterial …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Role of Electron Donors in MgCl2 Supported Ziegler-Natta Catalysis: DFT Approach
Abstract: An insight into the nature of carbonate-based electron donors in high-activity MgCl2 supported Ziegler-Natta (Z-N) catalysts has been studied and compared with conventional phthalate and diether systems by employing density functional theory (DFT) calculations. In the catalyst activation (one of the important processes to produce the active catalyst sites), the conventional monometallic and recently characterized bimetallic (TiCl2(Et)–Cl–AlEt2) active site are studied in the presence/absence of electron donors. These active sites …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 51–81 Read article
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CFD Analysis of a Bladeless Propelling Unit for the Drones
Abstract: Conventionally, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and autonomous aerial vehicles (AAVs) utilize bladed propellers to produce lift, altitude, and thrust for propulsion. Yet, these blades are susceptible to abrasion when they contact external surfaces, resulting in diminished operational efficiency over time. Our ongoing investigation introduces a pioneering approach by integrating bladeless propeller technology, drawing inspiration from Dyson’s Bladeless Fan Theory. This study seeks to address the wear-related shortcomings of conventional propeller …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 37–46 Read article
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Performance analysis of cross-slotted patch antenna for wireless system applications
Abstract: A C-band cross-slotted microstrip patch antenna for ice and frost detection in wireless sensing applications. The antenna configurations with distinct cross-slot geometries are designed to investigate their influence on impedance matching, radiation characteristics, and sensing sensitivity. The antennas are modeled and analyzed using Ansys HFSS, and their dimensions are optimized using standard microstrip antenna design equations. Ice and frost accumulation on the antenna surface is identified through measurable shifts in …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 35–50 Read article
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Polymer Nanocomposites As Emerging Platforms in Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology
Abstract: Nanotechnology allows the handling of materials in the 1–100 nm range, where distinct physicochemical phenomena, including quantum effects and higher surface-to-volume ratio, enable disruptive uses in pharmaceuticals and biomedicine. Significant challenges in solubility, stability and targeted biodistribution of therapeutics can be overcome by incorporating nanostructured polymers and polymer-based composites into drug delivery systems. PLGA nanoparticle and other nanocarriers, such as PLGA micelles, dendrimers, and hydrogels, have revealed promising effects on …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 268–278 Read article
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A Comparative Study on Formaldehyde Detection Capabilities in Pristine Graphene and Ag-doped Graphene Sheet
Abstract: The present work concerns a detailed investigation of the enhanced formaldehyde (also known as methanal) detection by decorating the pristine (or bare) graphene nanosheet with silver (Ag) nano-particle (or foreign Ag atom). The bare graphene sheet was exposed to the formaldehyde vapor forming the formaldehyde-adsorbed pristine graphene sheet (taken as Case-I), and whose results were studied and compared with the outcomes obtained from the formaldehyde-adsorbed Ag-decorated graphene sheet (taken as …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 801–809 Read article
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Water Chestnut Stem-Derived Biochar Supported AgNPs/AC-CTS-PVA Composite Gel for Wastewater Treatment and Potent Antibacterial Performance
Abstract: In the present study, green and efficient Ag-NPs functionalized activated carbon/chitosan-polyvinyl alcohol (AgNPs/AC-CTS-PVA) composite gel was successfully synthesized using water chestnut stem-derived biochar for wastewater treatment and antibacterial applications. The composite was characterized by FTIR, XRD, SEM-EDX, and TGA analyses, confirming the successful incorporation of crystalline Ag nanoparticles within the polymeric matrix and improved thermal stability. The material was tested regarding the removal of the dye of methylene blue (MB) …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1129–1144 Read article
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The Role of Symmetry in Topological Insulators and Superconductors
Abstract: Topological insulators and superconductors constitute a class of quantum materials characterized by insulating bulks and symmetry-protected conducting boundaries. Symmetry principles, notably time-reversal (TRS), particle-hole (PHS), and chiral symmetry, play a fundamental role in determining the topological phases and their classification within the Altland-Zirnbauer scheme. TRS protects gapless surface states in topological insulators, while PHS stabilizes Majorana modes in topological superconductors. Symmetry-protected topology extends this framework by considering partial symmetry breaking, …
Published in Emerging Trends in Symmetry · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 01–05 Read article
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Polymer Composite-Supported Jackfruit Peel Adsorbent for Enhanced Copper (II) Removal from Wastewater: Batch Equilibrium and Isotherm Analysis
Abstract: The increasing concern of disposal of copper-containing effluents into the environment has led to heightened interest in designing cost-effective, eco-friendly and scalable adsorbent systems. Traditional metals and synthetically engineered sorbents prove to be effective; however, these systems are energy intensive. Agricultural residues entrapped in polymer composite systems constitute an economically feasible solution to this environmental challenge. This work reports on the design, characterization and performance evaluation of an economical adsorbent …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 375–390 Read article
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FPGA Enabled Flight Control Unit
Abstract: The FPGA flight controller revolutionizes drone technology with unmatched stability and precision. Integrated with an IMU and advanced sensors like the MPU 6050, it ensures accurate positioning critical for reliable UAV operation. Its efficient real-time data processing and seamless sensor communication enhance performance and reliability across various conditions. This advancement sets a new standard in UAV technology, suitable for applications ranging from surveillance to disaster relief. An aircraft's flight control …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Contemporary Facade Design with Eco-Friendly Material
Abstract: Facade and interior design play crucial roles in contemporary architecture, influencing both aesthetic appeal and environmental performance. This research examines the integration of eco-friendly materials in modern architectural design, with a focus on sustainability, energy efficiency, and material innovation. A comparative study is conducted on the rendered exterior and interior of a residential bungalow, analyzing the impact of sustainable materials such as smart glass, recycled composites, and passive cooling techniques …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 21–34 Read article