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166 articles for “infrastructure costs”
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Fluid-Structure Interaction Simulation of Parachute by Eulerian-Lagrangian penalty method
Abstract: In general, modeling and simulation of a model consisting of fluid and solid combinations has been considered difficult, and it has become impossible in terms of computer dependencies and accuracy to be analyzed by Fluent or other programs. The parachute evaluation process, which is historically based on a large amount of experimental data, necessitates many falling experiments. These tests can be costly and time-consuming, and they don't always allow for …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Innovations in Polymer Chemistry for Smart Composite Materials in Building Applications
Abstract: Driven by the need to reduce maintenance costs and environmental impacts, researchers have developed smart polymers that not only sense damage but also autonomously respond to external stimuli such as temperature, mechanical stress, and light. In the built environment, these advanced polymers—particularly shape memory polymers (SMPs)—offer unique self-healing, self-sensing, and adaptive properties that enhance the durability, safety, and energy efficiency of structures. The emergence of smart polymers marks a significant …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 699–707 Read article
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Advancements in Battery Storage Technology for Renewable Energy Systems: Improving Reliability and Efficiency of Sustainable Energy
Abstract: Advances in battery storage technology are critical to improved reliability and efficiency of renewable energy systems, underpinning a sustainable energy future. Innovations exist in many different kinds of battery technologies- being developed and tested, and the leading contenders include innovations such as lithium-ion and sodium-ion, and much newer entrants like the solid-state and lithium-sulfur batteries. These developments respond to growing needs for sustainable solutions towards better integration of intermittent renewable …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 17, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Sustainable Waste Management through Polymer Recycling: A Review of Business Model and Managerial Innovation
Abstract: Plastic and other polymeric materials have transformed modern life by providing durability, versatility, and cost-effective solutions across industries such as packaging, healthcare, construction, and transportation. However, their extensive use and improper disposal have created significant environmental concerns, including plastic pollution, landfill accumulation, and marine ecosystem degradation. This review synthesizes existing literature on polymer recycling with a focus on business-model innovation and managerial practices that can support sustainable waste management at …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 155–166 Read article
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Marine Fleet And Container Transportation In Marine Terminals And Its Effect On Increasing Products
Abstract: The advancement of technology has made sea container terminals become complex infrastructures to manage, so this should be studied and investigated by analysts and transportation experts through improving the efficiency and performance of the container terminal. However, the large number and variety of logistical activities gathered together is a major obstacle to effective decision-making processes. In most cases, logistic processes in this field are considered as NP-hard problems. In addition, …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Evaluate The Engineering Properties of Low Load-Carrying Capacity of Expansive Soil by Using Magnesium Chloride and Dry Leaf Ash Powder
Abstract: The swell-shrink behavior of expansive soils poses numerous challenges with the substructure and distress in infrastructures such as buildings, pavements, breast walls, etc. The behavior of expanding soil has been carefully examined by geotechnical engineers, who have then put adequate management techniques into place. Present investigation intends to investigate potential benefits of dry leaf ash (DLA) powder and magnesium chloride (MgCl2) to enhance geological characteristics of soil, particularly addressing problems …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 33–45 Read article