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Enhancement of Thermo-hydraulic Properties of a Novel Composite-Based Spiral Fin Tube Heat Exchanger: An Experimental Investigation
Abstract: It is now crucial for engineers to enhance procedures and boost heat exchanger efficiency. Heat exchanger performance can be significantly enhanced by a variety of methods. Composite-based fins or enlarged surfaces are frequently utilized to increase the air-side heat transfer rate in a variety of heat transfer applications. Because composite materials are lightweight, highly thermally conductive, and resistant to corrosion, they were used. A composite based fin's efficiency is influenced …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 238–251 Read article
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Safety of Structure
Abstract: The thickness of structural components is a vital factor in ensuring their durability and stability under various load conditions. In this study, the material thickness is first determined through the application of bending equations, which are used to analyze regions where bending forces are most significant. The bending stress generated by external loads is considered to calculate the required thickness to prevent failure under such stresses. Additionally, the effect of …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Design and Development of an Electromagnetic Propulsion Train
Abstract: The recent advancement of new transportation techniques led to the search for methods of propulsion that were superior to classical mechanical systems. Among these new moments, electromagnetic propulsion (EMP) has attracted attention because this technique allows for motion generation via electromagnetic force without using conventional wheel-based friction processing. The paper describes the conceptual design, principle of working and performance evaluation of a prototype model train to be propelled electromagnetically.The system, …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Analysis of Simply Supported and Clamped-Clamped Beam Resting on a Pasternak Foundation Subjected to Moving Load with a Damping Term
Abstract: A comparative analysis of simply supported and clamped-clamped Bernoulli-Euler beams resting on a Pasternak foundation under the action of a concentrated moving load with a damping term, when the inertia effect of the moving load is considered in its analysis, was investigated in this study. The governing equation was solved by representing the Dirac delta function through a Fourier cosine series and applying a combination of analytical techniques, including the …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 16, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 42–59 Read article
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Analysis of the Impact of Seabed Earthquakes on Coastal Structures and Foundation Design
Abstract: Earthquakes in the seabed occur with varying magnitudes. Seabed earthquakes cause a rapid rise in water levels, which can lead to flooding and structural damage. Therefore, when designing buildings near the seashore, it is essential to account for the additional load on columns due to water thrust. Earthquakes occurring at the seabed generate intense ground acceleration of varying magnitudes, significantly affecting water levels and inducing destructive flooding along coastal regions. …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 42–49 Read article
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Structural Load Evaluation of a Low-Rise Residential Building (G+4) Using STAAD.Pro: A Review
Abstract: The structural analysis and design of multi-story residential buildings have become more complex because cities continue to grow while safety requirements become more demanding and building codes establish stricter requirements. The traditional methods of structural analysis worked through manual execution which required extended periods to complete and suffered from computational errors that primarily affected indeterminate structures and lateral loading conditions. This review paper providesa detailed evaluation of previous works related …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 40–45 Read article
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A Computational Study of Lift and Drag Characteristics for NACA 4415 and NACA 2412 Aerofoils
Abstract: The performance of an aerofoil is crucial in designing wind turbine blades, aircraft wings, and other aerodynamic surfaces. This project presents a comparative analysis of two widely used aerofoil profiles, NACA 4415 and NACA 2412, to study their lift and drag characteristics under different flow regimes. The aerofoil geometries were developed using the NACA four-digit notation and modeled in ANSYS Design Modeler. Numerical simulations were conducted in ANSYS Fluent for …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1298–1315 Read article
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Design, Mathematical Modeling, and Dynamic Optimization of a Speed Breaker-Based Vehicular Kinetic Energy Harvester
Abstract: Decentralized energy harvesting methods are becoming more popular due to rapid urbanization and the rising need for sustainable infrastructure. The road-embedded vehicle kinetic energy harvester (VKEH) design, mathematical modelling, and experimental validation are presented in this work. This paper presents the structural engineering, continuum mathematical modeling, and experimental validation of an optimized road-embedded vehicular kinetic energy harvester (VKEH). The mechanism utilizes a spring- loaded, low-friction rack-and-pinion transmission coupled with a …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power and Machine Systems · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Noise, Vibration and harshness control in motor vehicular parts; a mechanical approach
Abstract: Over the years, noise, vibration and hardness in vehicles has been a major challenge in the field of automobile engineering. With the introduction of new vehicle models, vehicle parts design has been so complex and sometimes we wonder why this happens. NVH which is the internal noise we experience inside the vehicle is generated by several sources inside the vehicle of which includes the engine, the propeller shaft, the differential …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 49–53 Read article
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EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION OF WELDING PROCESS PARAMETERS ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES FOR TIG WELDED AUSTENITIC STAINLESS STELL 304 JOINTS
Abstract: Minimally invasive surgeries are the most elusive, yet highly demanded subset of surgeries which requires precise knowledge of the pertinent patient. Compared to conventional surgeries, minimally invasive surgeries are characterized by less pain, low risk of infection, lesser scarring, etc. In the status quo, doctors use intuition through experience to determine the parameters for surgery such as the force required to cut, size of cut, depth of cut, etc. With …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Analysis of Hydrodynamic Characteristics of a Squeeze Film in O-Ring Assembly Under the Oscillating Motion
Abstract: In the most of the non-contacting face seals, squeezing occurs in the fluid film between the O-ring surface and the mating surfaces in the gland assembly. Therefore, hydrodynamic characteristics are easily simulated by considering a fluid film between a rubber surface (O-ring surface) and a rigid surface (machined surface). In this paper, effects of surface roughness of rubber block on leakage flow rate and hydrodynamic force developed in fluid film …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Design and Simulation of Micro-cantilever for MEMS Applications
Abstract: Micro-cantilevers belong to MEMS set of devices and are often used for detection of forces in micromechanical sensors (e.g., pressure sensors and accelerometers) and probe for force sensor to atomic force microscope used as transducers, transport mechanisms, relays, switches, resonators, etc. This paper presents as to how the displacement of micro-cantilever is affected by the load applied to the micro-cantilever. The effect of width change on the displacement of the …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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A Technical Overview of Wind Power Generation System
Abstract: Wind energy is pollution free and unbreakable. Wind energy is an important test research for long range control for now. Wind power has been subject to primary concentration in building power for decades and a considerable measure of exploration work is underway on environmentally friendly power, clearly wind energy extraction. There are various segments of a WECS of which the most significant is the sort of generator utilized. There are …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Review on Application of Utility Poles for Power Transmission
Abstract: Power transmission is generally carried out using transmission poles of various materials and cross sections. However, their utilization depends on climatic conditions and external loads acting on them. For an electric overhead system, the supports for the conductor and equipment must withstand the forces imposed on them, while the conductors themselves must be sufficiently strong enough to support their own weight and the forces imposed on them. The forces comprise …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 36–46 Read article
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Design and Control of Three Phase Grid Connected Solar PhotoVoltaic Power System
Abstract: As the world power utilization quickly increments with populace development, new power era limits are obliged to cover that request. So there is requirement for force era utilizing renewable sources. Henceforth photovoltaic system is actualized to tie with the force framework. Keeping in mind the end goal to concentrate greatest force yield from PV framework proficiently, MPPT system is used. A DC-DC converter utilizes voltage source inverter which is controlled …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 20–32 Read article
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Design and Structural Analysis of Ground Electronic Package
Abstract: Electronic packaging (EP) is widely used for support and enclosure or housing of electronic component. This paper includes design of EP and comparisons of analytic and static structural analysis for deformation of EP. Design of EP is carried by commercial software PTC Creo Parametric 2.0. It consists of five main parts and some other additional parts and to run the analysis. The design includes mounting of electronic circuits; improving testing …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Development of a Soft Computing-Based Island Detection System and Performance Analysis
Abstract: There has been an overestimation of the global energy consumption in the last few years. Distributed Generators are being propelled forward by the motivation provided by the absence of suitable transmission capacity, exaggerated transmission and distribution mishaps, and the release of power marketing (DGs). It's a distributed age unit (DG slash hack expansion) and regional units linked to distribution that power the system, which has yet to have hundreds of …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Seismic Analysis of G + 10 Rc Frame Building by Using IS 1893, EC 8 & UBC seismic codes.
Abstract: The present study investigates the behaviour of G+10 storey rectangular shaped building provided with water tank at different locations total four model of G+10 storey building are prepared. The seismic of G+10 storey building is carried out by using structural analysis computer program STAAD Pro. The dynamic analysis (Response Spectrum Method) of G+10 storey rectangle shaped building with water tank at a different locations is carried out by using structural …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 47–54 Read article
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Building Behaviour on Sloping Ground With & Without Diaphragm: Earthquake Zone-IV
Abstract: The period 1996 to 2015, 7,056 disasters recorded worldwide. 1.35 million People killed by natural hazards over the past 20 years, more than half died in earthquakes. The poorest nations paid the highest price in terms of the numbers killed per disaster and per 1,300,000 populations. Earthquake load is major effect on buildings especially on sloping grounds. Earthquake zone-IV is twice times more dangerous compare with zone-III. In the present …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 47–55 Read article
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Analysis of RC Frames Using Different Bracing Systems in Different Positions and Zones
Abstract: Structures are mainly built to enhance the performance of several activities like recreation, transportation, power generation, etc. They are built to sustain the loads coming on them during their service life by carrying adequate strength and also limit the deformation by possessing enough stiffness. Strength of a structure depends mainly upon the characteristics of material with which it is constructed. Stiffness is dependent upon the cross-sectional and geometrical properties of …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 16–27 Read article