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320 articles for “surface quality”
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Influence of Blending Technique on Surface Free Energy of Modified Asphalt Cement
Abstract: AbstractThe processing technique of modified asphalt cement in the laboratory is adopted by heating the asphalt cement in an oven to the required mixing temperature; then the additive is added and mixed for a target mixing time. It was felt that such technique allows more volatiles to evaporate and required high mixing temperature. In this work, asphalt cement of 44 penetration grade was gained from Dora refinery, south west of …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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Design and Development of an Automated Robotic Algorithm for Blasting, Painting, and Barnacle Cleaning of Offshore Structures
Abstract: Marine surface maintenance tasks such as barnacle removal, abrasive blasting, and protective painting are traditionally carried out using manual methods that are labor-intensive, hazardous, and prone to variability in quality. These challenges are particularly significant for offshore structures, where harsh environmental conditions and restricted accessibility increase operational risks and maintenance costs. This paper presents the design and evaluation of an autonomous robotic system for automated surface preparation and coating of …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Harnessing IoT for Water Quality Surveillance and Management
Abstract: This paper provides an overview of IoT technology's integration in water quality management, focusing on real time monitoring of key parameters like pH, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and temperature. Since it directly affects people's health and well-being, agriculture's viability, and the preservation of our natural environment, water quality is extremely important. However, as the world's population and industrialization grow, so does the need for water sources, making maintaining their purity extremely …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 27–35 Read article
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Chlorella lipid oil for biofuel production obtained by a new method of high quality concentration of Chlorella
Abstract: Chlorella concentrates are unique due to the large amount of high-quality lipid oil produced from them, which is a high-quality biofuel. The production of high quality lipid oil requires the production of Chlorella concentrates with low water content (as a foam product). Existing methods of centrifugation or microfiltration for the concentration of chlorella are expensive andineffective. The article presents a new developed method for obtaining high-quality lipid oil, in which …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Effect of Welding Factors on Nugget Size of Polymer-Metal Composite Sheets Using Computational Methods
Abstract: Resistance spot welding (RSW) is a vital technique for joining materials in industries like automotive and aerospace. This study extends the application of RSW to polymer-metal composite sheets by developing 2D axisymmetric, thermo-electro-mechanical coupled model in ANSYS. The focus is on analyzing the temperature distribution, nugget formation, and parameter optimization in hybrid composite sheets, emphasizing the unique challenges posed by polymers' thermal and electrical properties. These properties differ significantly from …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 612–623 Read article
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Advanced Sensor Technologies for Real Time Water Quality Monitoring and Prevention of Pollution
Abstract: SDG 14 is designated as "Life Below Water." The United Nations established 17 global objectives in 2015. These fall under the parameters of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This mission aims to preserve and utilize oceans, seas, and marine resources sustainably to foster peace, equality, and inclusivity. Marine life involves multiple objectives and metrics reliant on oceans for sustenance, climatic stabilization, and economic endeavours. The oceans encompass nearly 70% …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Metal corrosion prevention control with uses of sol-gel coatings
Abstract: The potential for sol-gel generated films to replace methods for pre-treating metal surfaces with chromate is very high. Metallic and organic paint can be painted on with good adherence thanks to inorganic sol-gel generated coatings. Their significant crack-forming propensity prevents them from offering appropriate corrosion protection. A thicker, more flexible, functionalized film is produced with improved compatibility to various organic top coatings when an organic component is added to an …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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A Review on Parametric Optimization of WEDM Technique for OHNS Steel
Abstract: In this study, the Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (WEDM) process for OHNS (Oil Hardened Non-Shrinking) steel, a high-performance material frequently used in the production of dies, punches, and precision tooling components, is optimized parametrically and validated experimentally. A continuously moving wire electrode and a sequence of electrical discharges are used in WEDM, a non-traditional machining method, to erode material and produce intricate and precise profiles, particularly in materials that are …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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A Review on Nano Biosensors and its Applications
Abstract: Nanotechnology plays an important role in the development of new class of biosensors known as nanobiosensors. The performance and sensitivity of biosensors are improved by using nanomaterials through new signal transduction technologies. The design of biosensors has greatly witnessed significant alterations in the recent days. Firstly; biosensor is a device which converts biological responses as diverse range of applications in many fields like food quality estimation, environmental monitoring, clinical applications, …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 18, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 27–34 Read article
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A Review of the Properties of Electro Less Duplex Coatings with Different Outer Layers and Bath Preparations
Abstract: Electroless coatings are widely used now because of their outstanding tribological as well as physical qualities. The need for a coating or finished product with any of these attributes has increased over the past few years. As a consequence, there has been a rise in the amount of study and associated publishing production on the creation of various surface types and coverings with various components. This study gave rise to …
Published in International Journal of Electro-Mechanics and Material Behaviour · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Soil Analysis Mechanisms for Smart Agriculture-A Review
Abstract: Agriculture, Horticulture, as the single biggest client of freshwater on a worldwide premise and as a significant reason for corruption of surface and groundwater assets through disintegration and synthetic overflow, has cause to be worried about the worldwide ramifications of water quality. The related agro food preparing industry is likewise a huge wellspring of natural contamination in many nations. Hydroponics is currently perceived as a significant issue in freshwater, estuarine …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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A Physicochemical Analysis of Ground Water from Few Selected Areas of Maharashtra, India
Abstract: Water is one of the valuable natural resource known on Earth. It is important to all living organisms of different ecological systems, human health, food production and economic development. Release of hazardous waste disposals such as synthetic agricultural chemicals, weathering of rocks , leaching of soils, human activities such as littering of plastic bags, used water bottles, mining processes, etc…toxic wastes from various industries in water bodies is a serious …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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Strength Prediction and Optimization of Portland Limestone Cement Blended with Metakaolin and Rice Husk Ash
Abstract: This study explores the effects of Rice Husk Ash (RHA) and Metakaolin (MK) on the compressive strength of Portland Limestone Cement (PLC) mortar, aiming to promote sustainable construction materials. RHA and MK, derived from agricultural and industrial byproducts, serve as supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) that offer environmental benefits and improve cement properties. Using response surface methodology (RSM) and central composite design (CCD), the research optimized the ternary blend of PLC, …
Published in International Journal of Minerals · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Digital Enablers of Nanomedicine: Pharmaceutical Software Across the Lifecycle of Nanotechnology‑Based Drug Products
Abstract: Nanotechnology‑based drug products have rapidly evolved from laboratory concepts to clinically relevant therapies, yet their development is constrained by complex design variables, stringent quality requirements, and emerging regulatory expectations specific to nanomaterials. Pharmaceutical software now plays a central role in the nanomedicine lifecycle, enabling in silico design of nano‑carriers, simulation of nano–bio interactions, control of nanoscale quality attributes during manufacturing, and systematic tracking of safety signals in real‑world use. Integrated …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 28, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Surface Level and Underwater Waste Removal System
Abstract: The paper introduces novel approach for surface and underwater waste collection, impact of water pollution can be devastating, affecting aquatic ecosystems, human health, and economies. Pollutants can harm aquatic plants and animals, disrupt ecosystems, and degrade water quality, making it unsafe for drinking, swimming, and other activities. Waterborne illnesses can also spread because of contaminated water, impacting groups of people who depend on tainted water supplies for hygiene and drinking. …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Thermal Performance Analysis of a Solar Dryer-cum-Air Heater with Modified Absorber Surface
Abstract: Abstract The use of solar resource for food drying has always been a food preservation technique which has widely been practised in most parts of the world. The solar drying system utilizes solar energy to heat up air and to dry food substance placed in dryer, which is beneficial in reducing wastage of food products and helps in preservation of the same. Unfortunately, some of the methods practised in the …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 34–40 Read article
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Developing an AI-Based Novel Forecasting Framework for Surface Irregularity in Metal Matrix Materials
Abstract: Surface irregularity in metal matrix materials (MMM) signifies the deviations from smoothness, influencing structural integrity and performance frequently arising from the manufacturing process along with intrinsic material characteristics that influence effectiveness. Limitations in data, model interpretability and complexity are the difficulties that impede artificial intelligence (AI) based surface irregularity in MMM. In this study, we suggested a novel framework of Gaussian regression fused multi-strategy adaptive boosting classifier (GR-MABC) for the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 48–56 Read article
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Optimizing Plasma Cutting Parameters for Thin Mild Steel Sheets of Various Thicknesses
Abstract: Plasma machining was investigated for suitability to cut thin sheets and the quality obtained was assessed. The main objective of this investigation is to machine or cut required Mild steel sheet thicknesses and to determine the surface roughness and MRR values. Traditional cutting techniques have been discovered to be costly in terms of both time and resources. This study may be valuable to car converters, such as firms that make …
Published in International Journal of Electro-Mechanics and Material Behaviour · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Experimental Study on the Wear Mechanisms of Cutting Tools in High-Performance Machining
Abstract: Because high-performance machining (HPM) may increase output and improve product quality, it is essential for modern production. The quick wear of cutting tools under high-stress circumstances, however, presents serious difficulties that affect surface smoothness, tool life, and cost-effectiveness. Through an analysis of the impacts of cutting speed, feed rate, tool material, and cooling techniques, this work explores the wear processes impacting cutting tools in HPM. Advanced spectroscopy and microscopy procedures …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Graphene-Based Electronic Skin for Wearable Health Monitoring and Human–Machine Interaction, Materials, Structures, and AI Integration
Abstract: Graphene-based electronic skin (e-skin) has emerged as a transformative technology for next-generation wearable health monitoring and advanced human–machine interaction (HMI). Owing to its outstanding electrical conductivity, mechanical flexibility, atomic-scale thickness, and biocompatibility, graphene enables the fabrication of ultrathin, conformal, and multifunctional sensors capable of mimicking the sensory functions of natural human skin. Over the past decade, research in this domain has progressed rapidly across four interconnected fronts: material synthesis and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 175–180 Read article