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623 articles for “Cause of environment”
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Managerial Strategy for Controlling Hazards in Building Construction Projects
Abstract: The construction site is always associated with man power intensive and hazardous work environments. Even today, controlling/minimizing hazards at any construction site is a challenging task. Hazard is defined as an inherent property of a substance or an occurrence, which has the potential to cause loss of injury to property, person or environment. The different sources of hazard at construction site includes physical, chemical, biological, natural, electrical and radiant energy …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 53–56 Read article
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Solid Waste Management System in Pabna Municipality of Bangladesh: A Case Study
Abstract: The increasing quantity of solid waste is a growing environmental problem in many developing countries like Bangladesh. Solid waste is indiscriminately dumped on roadsides, near dustbins and into open drains thus leading to serious health risk and degradation of living environment for people of most cities like Pabna. This paper presents the existing solid waste management system of Pabna municipality. Primary data were collected from householders and waste workers through …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Assessment of Fire and Life Safety in Rural Settlements in India
Abstract: Fire incidents pose a significant threat to life and property in rural India, particularly in residences. Despite strides in urban fire safety, rural areas continue to face frequent fire incidents, posing significant risks to lives and properties. This paper presents a thorough review of existing literature on fire safety assessment in rural Indian settlements focusing on unique vulnerabilities specific to this context. In rural settings, various factors contribute to the …
Published in International Journal of Rural and Regional Development · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 47–53 Read article
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Resilience Building through Disaster Risk Reduction
Abstract: A catastrophe is a serious disruption to a society's functioning that causes mortal, material, profitable, and environmental losses beyond a community's capability to manage. It results from the admixture of hazards, surroundings of exposure, and lack of volume or measures to lower the implicit negative results of threat. Hence, catastrophe control may be delineated as the arranging and administration of effects and the responsibility for handling all philanthropic angles of …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–45 Read article
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Removal of Lead (II) ions from Water by using green nanoTrimanganese Tetroxide
Abstract: Inorganic pollutants like heavy metal ions and organic pollutants like pesticides and dyes are the main causes of water pollution. These contaminants cause serious issues for the environment and public health when they are present. To get rid of these contaminants from water bodies, several methods are employed.Due to its ease of use, great efficiency, abundance of adsorbents, and low sludge creation, adsorption is the most advantageous method for purifying …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 691–700 Read article
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Biopolymer–Cement Hybrid Panels from Recycled Paper Mill Reject: Experimental Characterisation and Machine Learning Optimization
Abstract: The increased rate of the accumulation of industrial residues in the developing countries is a major cause of concern for the environment. The current study brings forth the use of industrial residues in the form of the production of eco-friendly building materials as a sustainable approach to their valorization. The valorization of recycled paper mill reject, a cellulose-based biopolymeric industrial residue, is being addressed in this study as a reinforcement …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 67–90 Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of a Natural Excipients-Based Diclofenac Sodium Topical Ointment
Abstract: The present study reports the formulation and evaluation of a diclofenac sodium topical ointment incorporating natural excipients to improve skin compatibility and formulation sustainability. Conventional topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) formulations frequently rely on synthetic excipients that may cause dermal irritation and pose environmental concerns. To address these limitations, a 1% w/w diclofenac sodium ointment was developed using aloe vera gel, glycerin, xanthan gum, peppermint oil, vitamin E, and isopropyl …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 14–26 Read article
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Effect of Silica Fume on the Engineering Properties of Fly Ash-Based Geopolymer Concrete Using 100% Recycled Concrete Aggregate
Abstract: Construction and demolition (C&D) waste has generated an enormous amount in developing countries like India due to explosive infrastructures and increasing urbanization, causing numerous concerns regarding the environment and economy. Recycling of aggregate from C&D debris is a beneficial approach to sustainable development and a circular economy. In contrast, numerous drawbacks of the integration of recycled concrete aggregates are due to adhered mortar remaining on their surfaces, reducing the strength …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1316–1325 Read article
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Trash Collection and Sanitization Robot (Trashbot)
Abstract: Today, the world is facing a major garbage crisis and looking at smarter ways for overcoming the garbage assortment problem. This paper focuses on presenting a robot which is capable of collecting and segregating waste into different category. It is one of the innovative concept used in several industries and public areas for collecting waste and makes our place neat and clean [3]. The robot can travel in the predetermined …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Bond Behavior of Reinforced Concrete using Artificial Sand with Quarry Dust as Fine Aggregate
Abstract: Reinforced concrete (RC) is most widely used material in the construction industry. Normally natural sand is used as fine aggregate in the production of conventional concrete. Natural sand is obtained from the river bed through mining operation. To fulfill the requirement of construction industry excessive mining of sand from river bed has been carried out. It is causing threat to the natural environment. Hence, Indian government has led down restrictions …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 44–50 Read article
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A Review on Challenges of Electric Vehicles
Abstract: Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more common place in the transportation sector in recent times. As the current trend suggests that this mode of transport is likely to replace IC-Engine vehicles in the future EVs can cause tremendous changes on the environment, power system, and other related sectors. There are possibilities of immense environmental benefits also because the EVs can reduce the greenhouse gas emissions produced by the older transportation …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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ECOFRIENDLY PATTAL MAKING MACHINE
Abstract: Plastic is non-biodegradable substance it cannot be decompose easily it remain in the world for a longtime, when it burn it cause s pollution in the environment. Manufacturing in plastic plate which is forindustrial and very large scale production is very dangerous for human and animal. This low cost portableeco-friendly pattal making machine is a solution for making eco-friendly plates.
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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DETECTION OF LUNG CANCER USING SOFT COMPUTING TECHNIQUES
Abstract: Cancer is a generic term that can affect any part of the body. Most cancers, 90%-95%, are because by environmental and lifestyle variables which cause genetic mutations. Inherited genetics account for 5% to 10% of the total. Early identification of lung cancer has improved patient survival and has been a vital study topic. It starts within the cells covering the bronchi and lung parts like bronchioles or alveoli. Due to …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Evaluating Inflight Ice Protection Methods for Applications on Next Generation Aircraft
Abstract: This paper reviews the current aircraft ice protection methods with a view to gaining insight into their capabilities and limitations for applications on next generation aircraft. The next generation airframe systems are likely to be powered electrically through an intelligent electronic control and management system. There is therefore the need to take advantage of the current advancement in digital control and use of electricity as a means of powering essential …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Urban Heat Island Effect- An overview with Emphasis on Increased Energy consumption.
Abstract: The urban sector is emerging as a major concern globally leading to multidimensional problems in the form of environmental pollution, increase in carbon footprint and energy consumption, and issues relating to lack of compatible urban planning, water resources, excessive concreting, and so on so forth. An increase in the urban population associated with consumer demand and lifestyle has aggravated the problem to a greater extent. The paper has highlighted one …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Smart Bin Using GSM Modem
Abstract: AbstractIn the modern era, day-by-day urbanization has increased swiftly and waste production is also increasing day-by-day in the cities. Waste management has emerged as a major challenge for the cities. By the help of this paper we can achieve this good cause. In this paper, we are presenting the idea of smart bin which is based on Arduino and GSM modem Ultrasonic sensor is interfaced with GSM modem. Ultrasonic sensor …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 16–19 Read article
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Arsenic as a Cause of Cancer
Abstract: Inorganic Arsenic (iAs) is a pervasive and ubiquitous environmental toxin that has created world-wide human health problems. Populations exposed to high concentrations of arsenic-contaminated drinking water suffer serious health consequences ranging from acute toxicities to development of malignancies, including alarming cancer incidence and death rates. Epidemiologic studies have shown a relationship between chronic arsenic exposure and disease of the skin, lung, urinary bladder, and conceivably liver, kidney, and prostate in …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 8–21 Read article
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A Concise Study Over Impact of Global Warming on Freshwater Systems
Abstract: AbstractThe paper discusses about the changes that have been occurring in the world environment, and its affect over the freshwater systems. The causes and impact of greenhouse effect are discussed which needs to be considered while making environmental policies to mitigate the negative affect of natural hazards. There are many government policies to reduce the carbon emissions and the requirements for household consumption patterns which play a major role in …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 8–17 Read article
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Increasing Flood Resilience through Planning Practices in Heritage Cities: Case of Mandu, Madhya Pradesh
Abstract: Over the past few decades, India has witnessed various types of natural disasters with changing times such as wild fires, cyclones, earthquakes, floods, landslides etc. Out of which, flooding has severely affected different Indian states in past few decades. Various Government reports shows that between 1953 to 2011, floods have claimed on an average 1653 lives every year and the numbers have been increasing since then. Floods have eroded the …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 49–60 Read article
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Urban Environmental Pollution
Abstract: Environmental Impact Assessment is a method of evaluating environmental changes and consequences which area caused by the developmental activities such as industrialization, urbanization, water resource developments, new transport and communication systems, etc. Visakhapatnam is a fast developing port city and recording rapid rate of urbanization. This rapid growth is creating in its wake serious gaps between what is desirable and what actually gained, in the matter of keeping the city …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 21–28 Read article