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548 articles for “drying cost”
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Concept Design of a Simple Marine Dry Dock (Without Gate)
Abstract: This article explores various options for facilities used in underwater ship repair, including Dry Dock, Ship Lift systems, Floating Dry Docks, and Simple Slipway systems with cradle and winch. Such facilities are crucial to any ship repair operation. Among these, Dry Docks are known for their high capital cost and limited capacity to repair only one ship at a time. This makes them less appealing unless there is substantial demand …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 46–69 Read article
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Design, Fabrication and Performance Study of a Small-scale Grain Seed Dryer
Abstract: Drying of seeds at the farmer level in Bangladesh is normally carried out by the traditional sun drying method, this method is practiced until today for grain because of the advantages of simplicity and low-cost, but it results in inferior quality of seed due to longer drying time. This work concerns the development of a small-scale grain seed dryer for farmers. The size of the dryer was 800 mm height …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 11–19 Read article
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Life Cycle Costing of Water Treatment Plant in the Nashik City
Abstract: Abstract Life Cycle Costing (LCC) is a valuable technique, which is used for predicting and assessing the cost performance of the assets. This paper has presented the Life Cycle Costing (LCC) of 50 MLD Water Treatment Plant (WTP) located at Nilgiri Bagh, Nashik which was constructed and started operating in July, 2015. The study period for the LCC analysis is taken as 30 years. The main objectives of the paper …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Contemporary scenarios in purification of water
Abstract: Purification of water relies on allocation of resources liked as rural, urban industrial and diagnostics intervened. Rural mostly under below poverty line subscribe from body filers like sun aided or air water mixers. Enriched biosand alga expects constituent basic fundamental to allow clean water. Even though malfunctioning membranes, application of chemicals and flocculating agents are ever remaining decisive to reclaim same. Ever prone child rebirth issue a challenge to water …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Wind-Solar Hybrid Energy Powered for Drip Irrigation System
Abstract: This paper explains cost analysis of drip irrigation system using wind-solar hybrid system. The power generated through the interconnected solar and wind hybrid system is fed to the submersible pump for drip irrigation and is examined continuously for reliability. The drip irrigation system described here consists of a submersible pump that consumes 1.18 kW of electrical energy per day on an average, which can drip irrigate mango crop planted over …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Design and Fabrication of Mini-Household Water Treatment System
Abstract: Access to safe drinking water remains a serious challenge in many developing countries, including Nigeria, due to pollution, poor infrastructure, and ineffective water management. This study presents the design, fabrication, and performance evaluation of a mini household water treatment system that uses charcoal carbon derived from desert date wood. The project aims to provide a low-cost, gravity-driven, and sustainable water purification solution for rural and peri-urban households. The system consists …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 26–37 Read article
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A Review on Advancement in Automobile Industry: Survey on Driverless Car Technology
Abstract: Autonomous car is used to reduce the human involvement in driving and it will be safer and less expandable. In this paper we are describing how self-driving car will decrease all the risks and cost of driving of vans. In this car there will be no any hardware’s like accelerators, breaks and all it will fully control by sensors and control through sensors in any situations.Keywords: Car control, Hardware Sensors, …
Published in Journal of Advances in Shell Programming · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 35–37 Read article
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In India Affecting Factors for Cost Overrun in Real Estate Sector
Abstract: Indian land part is one among the quickest developing and all around perceived areas. This land segment is going to twofold the economy by its Gross domestic product commitment by 2025. Expanding urbanization is the factor which is probably going to be a turn for the development of land development movement in the nation. As the quantity of building development ventures is expanding, these undertakings are not finished in distributed …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Fleet Guard: Advanced Fleet Management and Vehicle Monitoring System
Abstract: FleetGuard: Advanced Fleet Management and Vehicle Monitoring is a game changing IoT solution, crafted using Flutter in the Dart language, set to revolutionize conventional fleet management practices. It seamlessly integrates software and hardware components, with a primary focus on Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) and GPS sensors. This innovative system offers real-time tire pressure monitoring, predictive maintenance, and driver behavior analysis, emphasizing efficiency and safety, ultimately reducing operational costs, and …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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DRIVE-DEFENDER: A Driver Safety-oriented Alcohol and Drowsiness Detection System
Abstract: DRIVE-DEFENDER presents a pioneering approach in driver safety through the development of a real-time machine learning system for alcohol detection. The detrimental impact of alcohol-impaired driving on road safety necessitates efficient detection mechanisms. Current methodologies are often hindered by their cost, invasiveness, and reliance on specialized sensors. DRIVE-DEFENDER utilizes a camera for recording the face of the driver in real time, employing image processing techniques to identify facial landmarks. These …
Published in Journal of Open Source Developments · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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A Traditional Indian Unani Dynamic Drug Amla (Emblica Officinalis) And Its Unani Pharmacological Activities In The Light of Recent Experimental Studies: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Since ancient times, plants have been essential to human development, serving as a primary source of natural remedies. The challenges associated with producing synthetic medications, along with their potential side effects and high costs, have driven researchers around the world to focus on the study of medicinal plants. In recent years, numerous publications have highlighted the role of plant-derived bioactive compounds in treating a wide range of human ailments, underscoring …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Transforming IoT Connectivity Through VLSI Technology
Abstract: Device communication has been completely transformed by the emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT), and very large-scale integration (VLSI) has been essential to this change. The development of small, energy-efficient devices that are essential to IoT applications is made possible by VLSI technology, which allows thousands to millions of transistors to be integrated on a single chip. By enabling higher processing capabilities and seamless connectivity, VLSI not only enhances …
Published in International Journal of VLSI Circuit Design & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Orthostride: An Internet of Medical Things-Enabled Smart Rehabilitation Footwear System for Real-Time Monitor
Abstract: The orthopedic rehabilitation goal of controlled weight bearing, a stable gait progression, and early recognition of hazardous situations for safe mobility is traditionally met through time, scheduled in-clinic observation and clinician induction, and patient report. In this work, Orthostride, a smart rehabilitation footwear prototype intended to augment postoperative and injury-related lower extremity restoration through continuous sensing, embedded decision logic, local feedback, and remote telemetry, is proposed. This system incorporates force …
Published in International Journal of Electronics Automation · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Electric Vehicle
Abstract: Electric Vehicle Technology (EVT) with battery has various problems like high cost, weight, driving distance, long charging time and danger of electric shock. An inductive power transmission such as pickup of traditional transformer enables electric vehicles to overcome these problems by using contactless power transmission. Also, inductive power transmission pickup has many advantages including very high efficiency, low power consumption, a large air gap and lightweight. In this paper, proposed …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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Strategies for Advancing Offshore Wind Power: Overcoming Cost Challenges, Mitigating Investment Risks, and Fostering Collaborative Inter-State Permitting and Transmission, Supply Chain Development, Workforce Training, and Port and Manufacturing Facilities
Abstract: Offshore wind power is a promising source of renewable energy, with immense potential to reduce carbon emissions and combine the energy. However, the expansion and deployment of offshore wind projects face significant challenges such as high costs, investment risks, and complex permitting and transmission processes. This technical report presents a comprehensive set of strategies for advancing offshore wind power, focusing on overcoming cost challenges, mitigating investment risks, and fostering collaborative …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 41–48 Read article
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Construction Resources Management in Niger Delta's Coastal Environments: Hydro-Geomorphological Challenges to Sustainability
Abstract: A fundamental principle of sustainability in the built environment is the minimization of resource consumption. Resource management constitutes a key theme in the sustainability agenda, which affects the financial performance of construction projects. Builders are thus concerned with the control of materials, labour and plant. However, resource management poses specialized problems for coastal construction sites, due to their inherent hydro-geomorphological characteristics. The Niger Delta Region of Nigeria is an atypical …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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An Overview of New Coastal Research Vessel (N-CRV) Dry Dock and Construction
Abstract: A New Coastal Research Vessel (N-CRV) is a specialized ship designed for scientific research in fields like oceanography, geology, biology, and atmospheric studies, equipped with specific facilities and accommodations for sea missions. This paper discusses the coastal research ship dry-dock, construction, and design process, which involves three stages: concept, preliminary, and contract design. N-CRV must utilize scientific cruise, Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) survey, deployment, data collection, and seawater sample collection …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Reliability of Self Driving Cars
Abstract: One of the most prominent issues of the past ten years has been self-driving cars, which offers superior handling and more precise drive control than human- driven vehicles. Focusing on this problem results in less unacceptable mistakes made by automobiles the more computerised they are. Even if the efficient driving criteria have been raised, collisions are still the worst-case situation for the vehicles and need to be avoided. A vehicle …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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A Low-Cost Multi-Sensor IoT System for Real-Time Segregation of Polymer Waste
Abstract: Segregation of solid waste is a critical aspect of waste management, especially in settings where technical and financial constraints limit the adoption of sophisticated technologies. The proposed low cost, sensor-driven smart waste sorting system combines a variety of sensing technologies with an integrated decision-making system. The system employs an inductive sensor, moisture sensor and capacitive sensor to measure the physical properties of waste items, allowing segregation into metal, wet and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 90–`107 Read article
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Electric Vehicles - Paving the Road to Widespread Adoption: A Review of Technical and Non-technical Challenges
Abstract: Electric vehicles (EVs) have gained significant interest in recent years as a sustainable transportation method to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. However, the adoption of EVs faces several technological and economic challenges that need to be addressed. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the art in EV technologies including batteries, power electronics, motors, and charging systems. The key challenges inhibiting widespread EV adoption are discussed including …
Published in International Journal of Robotics and Automation in Mechanics · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 22–26 Read article