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33 articles for “BSF”
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The Utilization of Seriwastes (Excreta of Silkworm Larvae, Litter of mulberry leaves in rearing bed, dead larvae and dead pupae of Silkworm) for Biomass and Protein Contents of Black Soldier Fly (BSF), Hermetia illucens (L).
Abstract: AbstractAttempt deals with rearing of Black Soldier Fly (BSF), Hermetia illucens (L) reared on Excreta of Silkworm Larvae, Litter of mulberry leaves in rearing bed, dead larvae and dead pupae of Silkworm. The larval weight of BSF of the control group (Reared on Poultry Feed), first group (reared on Excreta of Silkworm), second group (reared on Litter of mulberry leaves in rearing bed of Silkworm Larvae), third group (reared on …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 7–17 Read article
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Attempt on Hydrolysis of Larval Stages of the Black-Soldier-Fly (BSF) (Hermetia illucens) for the Analysis of Utilitarian Properties
Abstract: The enzyme involved hydrolysis is dealing with disintegration of the complex compounds through utilization of enzymes (or the source of enzymes) followed by the reaction with water. The present attempt is dealing with analysis of influence of chemical protein- extraction reaction, and hydrolysis through the use of enzymes (Alcalase, Papain and Pepsin) on the functional-properties, activity of antioxidation and composition of amino-acids of the protein contents of black soldier fly …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Performance Optimization of Thin Film Cu(In,Ga)Se2 Solar Cell using BSF Layer
Abstract: This research work offers numerical analysis of CIGS solar cell designing an ultrathin absorber layer. The CIGS structure is outperformed from the theoretical and experimental evaluation considering the physical properties, dimensions and thickness of various layers of solar cell. Concentration of gallium within CIGS (Cu (In, Gа) Sе2) has major influence on the efficiency attributed to CIGS based solar cell and maximum power conversion efficiency of 27.26% is attained by …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Engineering Sustainable Interior Materials: Performance Analysis of PLA Composites Reinforced with Banana Stem Fiber and Spent Coffee Grounds
Abstract: This study presents the development and classification of eco-friendly composite panels reinforced with spent coffee grounds (SCG) and banana stem fibers (BSF) for interior applications. Hybrid composites were fabricated using polylactic acid (PLA) as the matrix with a constant filler loading of 30 wt%, varying BSF:SCG ratios (70:30, 60:40, 50:50). Mechanical testing revealed that the 70:30 composite exhibited the highest tensile strength (42 MPa) and flexural strength (58 MPa), whereas …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 94–105 Read article
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Evaluation of Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) Larvae Meal as an Alternative Protein Source in Broiler Chicken Diets: Effect on Carcass and Eating Quality of Broiler Chicken
Abstract: An experiment was conducted using broiler finishers to determine the effects of black soldier fly larvae meal (BSFLM) in broiler rations on the sensory and carcass characteristics of the birds. A total of eight broiler chickens were randomly selected from 40 birds fed diets containing 0% (control) and 33% replacement of fish meal with BSFLM. At 56 days of age, eight birds were slaughtered after 8-hour feed withdrawal, dressed, eviscerated …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Thermal Analysis of Kirloskar VCR Engines Using Blended Biodiesels under Varying Loads
Abstract: The increasing demand for sustainable energy has prompted much research into environment-friendly substitutes for traditional fossil fuels. In this study, the thermal performance and emission characteristics of Kirloskar Variable Compression Ratio (VCR) diesel engines evaluated with varying load conditions using biodiesel-sourced oil blended with soybean oil are discussed. B0 (pure diesel) to B100 (pure biodiesel) blends were considered for the study to assess their effects on parameters, like brake thermal …
Published in International Journal of Electrical and Communication Engineering Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 19–34 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Microstrip Band Reject Filter with Modified Rectangular and Hexagonal Shape Ground Structure
Abstract: In this proposed paper, the performance of band stop filter with modified ground structure is examined; the modified ground structure includes four rectangular and a hexagonal etched shapes in ground plane. Parameters of the proposed design were calculated at the cut off frequencies of f1=1.16 GHz, f2=1.89 GHz and also proposed designs having substrate height of 1.6 mm, loss tangent of 0.02 and dielectric constant of 4.4. Results are calculated …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Microstrip Band Stop Filter with Modified Circle and Dumbbell Shape Ground Structure
Abstract: In this proposed paper the performance of Band stop filter with modified ground structure is analyzed in this specific work; the modified ground structure includes a circle and dumbbell etched shapes in ground plane. Parameters of the proposed configuration were calculated at the cut off frequencies of f1=1 GHz, f2=1.62GHz and also proposed designs having substrate height of 1.6 mm, loss tangent of 0.02 and dielectric constant of 4.4. Results …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Performance and Emission Analysis of Four Stroke Single Cylinder Diesel Engine Operated on Cotton Seed Oil Methyl Ester
Abstract: The declining fuel reserves and escalating prices of diesel fuel have put forth challenges for researcher to find significant substitute for diesel. Biodiesel prepared from vegetable oil is one of the options to diesel. In present work biodiesel prepared from cotton seed oil is tested in single cylinder diesel engine. The cotton seed oil production of India is about 1190 MT in the year 2012. This shows that India has …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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Performance Analysis of Dual Junction Solar Cell Devices utilizing Subcells of In0.51Ga0.49P and GaAs to Study Key Solar Cell Parameters via TCAD based Simulation
Abstract: In the present work, a multi-junction solar cell was designed to obtain better performance over single-junction solar cells. The proposed structure is composed of different layers of diverse semiconductor materials stacked on each other. Here, an In0.51Ga0.49P/GaAs double-junction solar cell was outlined as having a distinctive composite material (GaAs) as the tunneling junction. To optimize the solar cell's effectiveness, In0.47Ga0.15Al0.37P was used in the window layer and the back-surface field …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 829–837 Read article
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Performance and Emission Profiles Enhancement of CI Engine with Aluminium Oxide-Reinforced Polymeric Composite in Biodiesel Blends
Abstract: The integration of aluminium oxide (Al₂O₃) nanoparticles into B10 biodiesel blends offers a promising approach to improving engine performance and reducing harmful emissions. This study evaluates the effect of Al₂O₃ additives on Brake Thermal Efficiency (BTE), Brake Specific Fuel Consumption (BSFC), and exhaust emissions in a compression ignition engine. Experiments were conducted using calibrated instruments, and uncertainties were considered with a coverage factor of 1.66, yielding an overall error margin …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 775–788 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on 4-Stroke Diesel Engine Using Waste Cooking Oil Biodiesel Fuel
Abstract: Due to using of fossil fuels, the world today is faced with serious environmental pollution. However, these fuels are limited and depleting day by day as the consumption is increasing very rapidly. Hence, it is necessary to find out a clean alternative fuel produced from renewable sources. Biodiesel production and applications are gaining popularity in recent times due to diminishing petroleum reserves and detrimental environmental impacts. Edible and non-edible oils …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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Evaluation of Diesel Engine Performance and Emissions Using Algal Biodiesel
Abstract: Algal material has captivated the attention as renewable fuel without imposing any impact on global food markets with high biomass productivity with their ability to convert CO2 to fuel, and wastewater treatment. This work has been carried to use algal biodiesel blends as fuel in a DI (direct injection) diesel engine. The fuel properties of AB10, AB20, AB30 and AB50 along with engine performance (BP and BSFC) and emissions (CO, …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Influence of Methanolic Extractives of Prepupal Stages of Black Soldier, Hermetia Illucens L. (Diptera: Stratiomyidae) on the Biochemical Parameters of Serum and Liver in the DMBA Induced Toxicity in Norwegian Rat, Rattus Norvegicus (L)
Abstract: The larvae of Black soldier fly (BSF), Hermetia illucens L., are reducing the environmental pollution through utilization of organic waste for their development on organic wastes and converting the organic waste into protein and fat rich biomass. Health promoting potentials of black soldier fly derived proteins as ingredient of diet appears to be crucial need of modern days. In present attempt, forty Norwegian Rats were utilized as experimental animals. The …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–19 Read article
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Effects of Nano Additives on Performance and Emission Characteristics of CI Engine with Mahua Biodiesel and Diesel Blends as Fuel
Abstract: Due to growing environmental concerns and the imminent depletion of fossil fuels, the development of eco-friendly alternative fuels, such as biodiesel, is imperative. To improve the performance and emission properties of diesel engines utilizing biodiesel blends, the effective introduction of metallic and non-metallic nano-additives has been established. This research aimed to investigate the blending ratios of biodiesel (B0, B10, B20, and B40) in a compression ignition engine. Furthermore, the impact …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 13, 2023 · pp. 41–49 Read article
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Enhancing Combustion Efficiency and Emission Reduction in Single Cylinder CI Engines: A Study on Waste Dairy Scum Methyl Ester Biodiesel Blends with Aluminium Oxide Nanoparticles
Abstract: In response to the urgent need for sustainable energy solutions and environmental considerations, this study explored the utilization of waste dairy scum methyl ester biodiesel blended with diesel and enhanced with Al2O3 nanoparticles as an additive. The biodiesel was prepared by blending waste dairy scum methyl ester with diesel and incorporating 100 ppm Al2O3 nanoparticles. Experimental tests were conducted on a single-cylinder diesel engine, comparing neat diesel, B30 biodiesel blends …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 15–28 Read article
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Performance Analysis of Diesel Engine Using Hemp Biodiesel, Butanol and Diesel Fuel Blend
Abstract: The present study evaluates the possibility of using Hemp oil blended with Butanol (C4H9OH) & conventional diesel as an alternative fuel. Biodiesel is generated from hemp oil by transesterification. Hemp biodiesel is blended with conventional diesel & Butanol in distinct proportions such as B10 (10% hemp biodiesel+ 90% conventional diesel), B10Bu10 (10% hemp biodiesel+ 10% butanol+ 80% conventional diesel), B10Bu20 (10% hemp biodiesel+ 20% butanol+ 70% conventional diesel), B20 (20% …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 178–187 Read article
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Evaluation of the Emission and Engine Operability of Biodiesel and Biodiesel Blends Produced from Alkali-Catalyzed Esterification and Transesterification of Jatropha Oil Feedstock
Abstract: This study reports on the engine performance analysis of biodiesel and blends produced from jatropha-based bio-oil feedstock via combined esterification and transesterification process, the physiochemical of the bio-oil, and subsequent biodiesel produced. Jatropha bio-oil was characterized to determine its fuel properties. A liquid phase transesterification reaction at 60 min reaction time, 50°C temperature, using a methanol-oil molar ratio of 40:1 and 0.35 g of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) catalyst was carried …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 9–21 Read article
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Quasi-Dimensional Thermodynamic Performance and Emission Modelling for Dual-Fuel SI Engine Operation Using Waste-Based Producer Gas and Methane
Abstract: Rising energy crisis and urgent need for better waste-handling techniques have gained significant attention. Integration of wastes-to-wealth and Green Energy evolution techniques are prime sustainable measures towards countering this menace. Moreover, Internal Combustion (IC) engines are significant energy consumers and their emissions play a major factor in global warming and ecological obliteration. Concerning these aspects, investigations should strive at emissions minimization and reutilization of low-impact industrial byproducts. Thus, using methane …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 446–458 Read article
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Machine Learning Approach to Predict the Performability and Emissions of Diesel Engine Fueled with Doped Biodiesel Blend
Abstract: Enhancing the performability and emission characteristics of diesel engines has been a difficult task in light of growing concerns about global warming and other negative effects, as diesel accounts for 70% of global energy demand. In this study, engine performance and exhaust emissions for various fuel blends were thoroughly evaluated using machine learning techniques to predict engine emission and performance behavior. We focused on biodiesel blend and nanoparticle additive concentration …
Published in International Journal of Mechanical Dynamics and Systems Analysis · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–12 Read article