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Challenges in Diabetes Management Barriers and Support Systems in North India
Abstract: Background: The prevalence of Diabetes mellitus is ever growing in India and management of the disease is hindered by socio-economic, healthcare, and psychosocial barriers. Insofar as economic and social barriers pose challenges ranging from limited access to medical care, social stigma, specialist support leading to improper glycemic control, which is a strong predictor for diabetes complications, morbidity and mortality. Moreover, developing an understanding of systemic challenges and available supports is …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Neglected Tropical Diseases Among Women and Children in Rural Liberia: A Regional Perspective
Abstract: Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) remain a critical public health challenge in Liberia, disproportionately affecting women and children in rural regions due to systemic inequities in water, sanitation, and healthcare access. This cross-sectional study assessed the prevalence and risk factors of NTDs among 1,000 participants (600 children above 15 years and 400 women aged 15–49) in rural Liberia using stratified and cluster sampling. Laboratory diagnostics, including Kato-Katz stool analysis, urine filtration, …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Thermal Stability and Sound Absorption Behaviour of Sisal–Luffa Hybrid Epoxy Composites for Automotive Interior Applications
Abstract: Natural fiber–reinforced composites are gaining popularity as substitutes for synthetic fiber composites because of their environmental and sustainability advantages. Their adoption is steadily increasing across various industries. In automotive interior applications, these materials must exhibit strong thermal stability and efficient sound absorption to meet performance requirements. In this experiment, composites were made by mixing sisal and luffa fibers with epoxy resin. The hand lay-up method was used for fabrication. Two …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 144–157 Read article
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Sustainable Polymer-Based Cementitious Composites with Granite Dust as Fine Aggregate: Strength and Durability Evaluation
Abstract: This study investigates the potential for creating a new kind of cementitious composites that is obtained through the different compositions of rocks and chemicals in which granite dust that is helpful in resistance of chloride penetration and heat of hydration as a substitution with sand in composite. The primary goal of this study focuses on the effect of the stone waste like polymer matrix on evidence bases of researches for …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 325–339 Read article
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Morphological, Phenological and Yield assessment of Cosmic Yantras on Solanum lycopersicum L. and Pisum sativum L. crop plants under normal climatic conditions
Abstract: Vegetables are edible plants or parts of plants (roots, stems, leaves, flowers and seeds) that are consumed for their nutritional value. They are rich in vitamins, fiber and antioxidants. The study was conducted in cropping season (April to October 2024) to observe the comparative effect of cosmic yantras and organic manures on growth and morphology of Pisum sativum and Solanum lycopersicum under normal climatic conditions. The objective of this research …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 32–54 Read article
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Comparative Investigation on Mechanical Properties of AMCs Fabricated through Liquid and Solid-State Fabrication Process
Abstract: This current research work is primarily focused on comparative experimental study on effect of two distinct fabrication process routes i.e. liquid state and solid state process and their corresponding parameters on microstructure and micro-hardness properties of Aluminium matrix composites (AMCs). In this work, AMCs were fabricated by reinforcing Al2O3 powder materials of 5, 10 and 15 wt.% into pure Aluminum (Al) matrix phase through two distinct processes; liquid state (stir …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 202–215 Read article
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Comprehensive Study on the Mechanical and Tribological Response of Waste Tyre Rubber–Natural Fiber Hybrid Epoxy Composites
Abstract: Research into the mechanical and tribological characteristics of Prosopis juliflora-fiber reinforced epoxy-matrix composites with recycled tyre rubber particles is the focus of this investigation. Making use of old tire rubber and bio-reinforcing with fibers from the common invasive plant Prosopis juliflora are the goals of the two-reinforcement techniques. The end goal is to produce long-lasting, cost-effective engineered composite materials with improved performance. A constant epoxy resin matrix was used to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 154–161 Read article
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Production of Particle Board from Cotton Stalk
Abstract: The cotton stalks are normally disposed of by burning, which contributes to the emission of harmful greenhouse gases which pollute the environment. This study used cotton stalk for the production of particle board. The study includes collection and preparation of cotton stalk, analyzing using the ASTM method and its morphological structure, determination of proximity and chemical compositions to compare with hardwood characteristics and production of cotton stalk particle board (CSPB) …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 23–33 Read article
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Numerical Investigation of Louvered Fins for Efficient Cooling of Automotive Engines
Abstract: Air cooled fins are designed to cool motorcycle engines or similar class of small vehicles bytransferring the heat to the air as it passes in-between the fins at high speed. The air circulation andfin geometry are interdependent, and improved air circulation leads to more efficient cooling. So, inthis study a parametric numerical investigation is conducted on a new conceptual design of air-cooled fins. Design parameters are set as: fin pitch, …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 6–16 Read article
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Analysis of Surface Roughness and Material Removal Rate in Engine Valve Turning Operation of Material SUH3
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to present an experimental work attempting to optimize the influencingprocess parameters involved in dry machining of the exhaust engine valve of material martensiticstainless steel grade SUH3. Looking at available literature it is observed that a lot of work can be donein the field dry machining related to surface integrity but no work can be reported on investigationimplementation of dry machining in engine valve manufacturing …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Utilization of Pond Ash as a Partial Replacement of Fine Aggregate Using Alccofine in Conventional Concrete
Abstract: Pond ash is the byproduct and is produce from coal plants. These plants release byproduct in major quantity which effects the environment. In this paper, an experimental work has been done on the conventional concrete with pond ash as replacement of fine aggregate. The grade of the concrete is M-40 and nine concrete mixes named as F1, F2, F3, G1, G2, G3, G4, G5 and G6 were prepared with different …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Hybrid Fiber (Basalt and Steel) Reinforced Concrete
Abstract: The paper reports experimental investigations on hybrid-reinforced concrete. The proportion of basalt fiber and steel fiber was 50% respectively of the total fiber taken as sample. Effect of fiber on various strengths of concrete is studied. Fiber content varied from 0 to 4% at an interval of 1% by weight of cement. Various considerations for investigation are compressive strength, flexural strength, split tensile and bond strength. Cube of size 150 …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Effect on Mechanical Properties of Concrete Using Industrial Waste
Abstract: Waste management is a great challenge for any country in current and future aspect. Solid waste generates from different industry i.e. stone, marble, coal, tire etc. are major issues in India. These wastes create major environmental & health problems for surrounding people. This study represents the utilization of waste kota stone slurry and marble powder as sand & cement replacing material with 15% fly ash of class-C. Waste kota stone …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Effect of Steel Slag and Bagasse Ash on Strength of Concrete
Abstract: An experimental investigation was carried out to evaluate the strength properties of concrete. The concrete mix of M-50 grade was designed and produced by replacing steel slag partially with fine aggregate and bagasse ash partially with cement. The mix proportions were prepared with varying percentage of bagasse ash including one control mix of steel slag. Bagasse ash in concrete was replaced with 0, to 20% with an interval of 5% …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Pullout Capacity of Screw Piles in Sandy Soil
Abstract: In this study, the behavior of square screw piles models 5´5 mm2 embedded in sandy soil was investigated. The sandy soil layer 400 mm thickness was compacted into four sub-layers in a steel container with diameter 400 mm in size. Sandy soil layer was compacted into three relative densities 30%, 60% and 90%. Model tests are performed with screw pile length 100 mm, 200 mm and 300 mm and with …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Mechanical Behaviour of AISI 204 Cu Metastable Low Nickel Austenitic Stainless Steel Sheets at Various Constantly Maintained Elevated Temperatures
Abstract: Mechanical behaviour of AISI 204 austenitic stainless steel is analyzed at 298-873K and also a comparison with that of AISI 304 is done. Room temperature tensile properties are obtained based on an average of properties evaluated on specimens prepared with specimen length axes at 0°, 45° and 90° to sheet rolling direction. Room temperature flow curves are obtained as a function of nickel content and sheet thickness. High temperature tensile …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Feasibility Study of using Electric Down-hole Heating to Improve the Productivity for a Heavy Oil Field
Abstract: The largest hydrocarbon reserves around the world are mostly heavy oils. Electrical Down-hole Heating (EDH) is a widely used technique for heavy oil production; when it is combined with Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) methods, it can overcome its limitations. Considering limited previous studies for the designing of EDH for Sudanese fields, this paper presented the feasibility of using this system by simulating the actual well situation and provided several scenarios …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 52–68 Read article
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Study of High Strength Fiber Reinforced Metakaolin Concrete under Flexure and SplitTensile Strength
Abstract: An experimental investigation was carried out to study the effect of inclusion of metakaolin and steel fibers on high strength concrete in flexure and split tensile strength. The beams of 150x150x700 mm were casted. M60 grade of concrete was used. Superplasticizers were used to improve workability. The metakolin was added upto 20% with the increments of 5% and steel fibers were added upto 5% with the increment of 0.5%. Various …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 70–80 Read article
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Combined Effect of Welding Speed and Tool Pin Profiles on Tensile properties of FSWAA6061-T6 Joint
Abstract: Friction stir welding is a solid state welding process for joining two similar and dissimilar materials, in which non-consumable tool with rotary motion along with transverse motion with intimate contact to weld coupon generates sound joint. In this study, tool rotation speed, tool travel speed and tool pin profile are taken to know their effect on mechanical properties of AA6061-T6. The main objective for this research is to evaluate the …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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Analysis of Gain Bandwidth Product by Achieving Gain Flatness in EDFA for Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexed System
Abstract: In this paper, we have analyzed gain bandwidth product through gain flatness in EDFA for dense wave length division multiplexed system. The system consist of four channel DWDM with varying wavelengths of optical fiber from 1530 to 1560 nm and by changing the noise for each amplifier to achieve the quality factor and noise figure of both the amplifiers. In this article, we used the frequency spacing of 2 GHz …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–5 Read article