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435 articles for “cost factors”
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A Retrospective Study of Epidemiological Factors Associated with Measles in Children (0–5 Years) in Four Villages of Barabanki District in Rural Uttar Pradesh
Abstract: Measles is a leading cause of death among young children even though a safe and cost-effective vaccine is available to prevent the disease. The objective of the present study was to study the epidemiology of measles in children (0–5 years) in the four villages of Barabanki district in rural Uttar Pradesh and also to study various factors responsible for measles in rural Uttar Pradesh. It is a retrospective cross-sectional epidemiological …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Kick Tolerance Modeling in Well Design and Drilling: A Comprehensive Technical Review
Abstract: Kick and blowout events in drilling operations can lead to significant losses of equipment, and in some cases, human lives. Oil and gas companies, along with oilfield service providers involved in drilling operations, face severe penalties and sanctions following such incidents. Research has demonstrated that incorporating kick tolerance models during the well planning and drilling stages can mitigate the risk of blowouts during secondary well control operations. This study reviews …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 33–58 Read article
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Feature Based Time Estimation: A Review
Abstract: Productivity improvement is the need of current market and manufacturing sector globally and machining time plays a very important role in reducing cost and time. In this review paper author aims to study the various factors affecting the NC machining time estimation and also tries to study the available methods used for estimating it. Hence a new prototype feature based model has been developed for NC machine time estimation. This …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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Smart Farming Using Mesh Network
Abstract: The increasing demand for food production due to the growth of the world population has led to various challenges in agriculture. Factors such as the reduction of the rural workforce and the rise in production costs have made it necessary to find innovative solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Smart farming, which integrates agricultural practices with the Internet of Things (IoT), has become a promising method to tackle these challenges. …
Published in International Journal of Wireless Security and Networks · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Air Flow Analysis in Sensor-Based Aircraft Wings Design
Abstract: Airflow analysis, at its core, is an application of fluid mechanics principles to the specific study of air movement. Airflow analysis plays a crucial role in diverse fields, impacting everything from the comfort of our homes to the efficiency of jet engines. The pursuit of more efficient, safer, and more responsive aircraft wings is a constant driver of innovation in the aerospace industry. The quest for more efficient, safer, and …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 29–39 Read article
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A Lightweight Cost-Sensitive Explainable Ensemble Framework for Early Heart Disease Risk Prediction
Abstract: Cardiovascular disease is still one of the leading causes of death, and hence, the early prediction of risk is a very important task in preventive medicine. Although recent studies have shown encouraging results in the application of machine learning algorithms to the prediction of heart disease, it has been noticed that most of the algorithms are more concerned with accuracy-driven optimization than the concerns of safety and false negatives. In …
Published in International Journal of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 26–40 Read article
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Comparison of Hard Wood Functional Parameters on the Deliverability using Buckingham Pi Theorem: The Concept of Procurement
Abstract: This investigation was able to address the effect of wood density and weight on the tensile strength and deliverability of the truck performance and as medium to forecast the procurement plan for cost optimization. This was achieved using the Buckingham Pi Theorem by considering the necessary constrain factors as presented in the development of the model. Indeed, the study demonstrates the significance of wood density and wood weight on truck …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 19–27 Read article
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Artificial Intelligence for Polymer and Nanocomposite Materials: Performance Prediction, Manufacturing Optimization, and Future Perspectives
Abstract: The exceptional mechanical properties, design flexibility, and lightweight nature of polymer composite and nanocomposite materials make them indispensable in a wide range of applications, including aerospace, automotive, construction, biomedical, and energy sectors. The optimization of the strength, durability, and manufacturing efficiency of polymer composite and nanocomposite materials is highly challenging because their performance depends on matrix composition, reinforcement type, fiber or nanoparticle distribution, interfacial interactions, processing conditions, and environmental factors. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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A Review on Benefits of Herbal Ingredients used in Sunscreen
Abstract: The present review focuses regarding the benefits of herbal ingredients in the formulation of sunscreen. Sunscreens are called as sunburn or sun blocker creams. There are three different forms of ultraviolet radiation: ultraviolet A, ultraviolet B, and ultraviolet C. The various forms of ultraviolet light are thoroughly reviewed in this page. Its function is based on their potential to absorb, scatter the rays from sun. Herbal cosmetics are also known …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Spatial Multi Criteria Evaluation for Solid Waste Disposal Site Selection in Tigray, Northern Ethiopia: Case Study of Wukro and Adi-gudom Towns
Abstract: Identifying solid waste disposal sites and appropriately managing them is challenging task to many developing countries. This is also a critical problem in Ethiopia in general and in the towns of Wukro and Adi-gudom in particular. The existing waste disposal sites of both towns are not sufficient in capacity; and due to the location of the sites and the type of wastes dumped the surrounding areas are impacted severely. The …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Virtual Reality in Civil Engineering: A Comprehensive Review of Applications, Challenges, and Future Trends
Abstract: Virtual reality (VR) technology has gained significant attention in civil engineering, offering immersive and interactive environments that enhance visualization, safety training, and project management. This review paper comprehensively examines the current applications of VR in civil engineering, focusing on construction safety training, design visualization, and stakeholder collaboration. VR’s ability to simulate hazardous scenarios allows for effective safety awareness and risk mitigation without real-world exposure. Additionally, the integration of VR with …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Recent research trends in Bioethanol production – An Indian context
Abstract: Biofuels production is indeed a research hotspot. Prevention is better than cure. A paradigm shift from fossil based to bio-based fuels gives health, wealth and happiness. Among various biofuels, after biodiesel, bioethanol is next to and close to commercialization. The use of bioethanol is countries like Brazil and US is a success story. In India there is significant progress taking place in the transportation sector to use bioethanol as fuel …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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An Indepth Study of Demographics and Psychographics of Online Shoppers
Abstract: With rapid advancement being made in the technology, the cost of accessing internet from remote corners is drastically coming down. This is a chief push factor for adopting internet. Coupled with high levels of internet literacy than ever before, a lot of retail transactions are happening over internet. Not to miss the fact that consumers can browse and compare the entire assortment with minimal effort, inconvenience or time investment. Also, …
Published in E-Commerce for Future & Trends · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 19–34 Read article
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Object Oriented Web Software Maintainability using Fuzzy Logic
Abstract: In the software development lifecycle, maintenance is the most costly activity because it requires more effort compared to other activities. Maintainability is considered as important factor for development of good quality software. Nowadays web application is very complex and hard to maintain. In order to estimate the maintainability of object oriented web application, this paper uses some quantitative metrics for predicting maintainability of object oriented web application. Maintainability can be …
Published in Journal of Web Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Energy, Exergy and Exergoeconomic Analysis of a Forced Draft Cooling Tower
Abstract: This paper presents the results of energy, exergy and exergoeconomic analysis for a forced draft cooling tower. The work was done using field data from an operating system spanning ten (10) years. The process was modelled mathematically and computer simulations were made using the MS Excel environment, specifically on the dependence of both the energetic efficiency on the inlet water temperature and the second law efficiency on the inlet water …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 8–18 Read article
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IMPACT OF PROJECT COMPLEXITIES ON COST OVERRUNS
Abstract: As decision-making and goal setting become more challenging due to complexity, there is growing consensus that comprehending complexity is essential for project management. However, there have been concerns expressed regarding how complexity can be quantified in a reliable way that takes into account structural, dynamic, and interaction factors. Current operational definitions of complex projects based on size and budget, have been called into doubt. What can be done is to …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Design and Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 18–34 Read article
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Oxide Nanostructures as Gas Sensor
Abstract: This article is to describe oxide nanostructures as gas sensor, to act as a summited provision. Method based scripture has described from views of on chemical used to detect, otherwise, fact has been interpretation of active layer to convert chemical reaction to electronic signal that has read in terms of changes in resistance, frequency, voltage, etc. Basic Concepts of sensory process from device has been performance evaluation, given by, parametric …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Dynamic Cellular Manufacturing System Design for Automated Factories
Abstract: In this paper, an integrated mathematical model of the multi-period cell formation in a dynamic cellular manufacturing system (DCMS) is proposed with the aim of getting the optimal cost for it. In DCMS, the formed cells in the current period may not be optimal for the next period, so the reconfiguration of the cell is needed, thus we have a tendency to use DCMS. The paper examines the influence of …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 12–30 Read article
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Thermal Care Practice for Newborns and its Associated Factors in Mekelle Hospital and Ayder Referral Hospital Mekelle, Tigray, Ethiopia, December 2016
Abstract: About 3,100 newborns die within 24 h of birth each day. Ninety percent of these babies could be saved if warmth is provided promptly besides breastfeeding. Seventy percent of these deaths could be prevented with simple low-cost interventions, coupled with educating mothers and health workers to facilitate widespread implementation of essential newborn care practices. Studies on thermal care practice in health facilities witnessed by mothers are missing. This study was …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 39–46 Read article
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Incremental Conductance Algorithm and Perturb and Observe Algorithm Reveals Key Insights into Their Comparative Analysis: A Review
Abstract: The maximum or more is a crucial aspect of PV systems to optimize energy harvesting from solar panels, which have been the focus of extensive research and implementation. This study presents a comprehensive comparative analysis of these two methods of evaluation to evaluate their performance and suitability for various operating conditions. The Perturb and Observe method, a simple and widely adopted MPPT algorithm, involves perturbing the operating point and observing …
Published in International Journal of Optical Innovations & Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 9–16 Read article