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RCCI Engine: Performance and Emission Testing Using Biodiesel
Abstract: With dwindling fossil fuel reserves and rising energy demands, the need for renewable alternatives is more critical than ever. This study explores the potential of Karanja biodiesel, a fuel derived from Karanja oil, as a sustainable replacement for diesel in RCCI engines. Karanja biodiesel offers several advantages. It's renewable, reduces dependence on fossil fuels, and produces lower emissions compared to traditional diesel. This research investigates how Karanja biodiesel blends impact …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 30–41 Read article
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Performance Analysis and Emission Study of a C.I. Engine using Butanol, Biodiesel and Diesel Blends
Abstract: Biodiesel, which has been projected as an alternative to diesel fuel, can be made an attractive and viable substitute by use of a non-glyceride type of readily available, renewable and economic resources like acid oil. The production and consumption of biodiesel will increase in future due to ecofriendly, and possibility of use of existing engines of a motor vehicle without the need for major adjustments. Biodiesel and diesel fuel are …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Optimization of Process Parameters for FDM Printed Tensile Test Specimens to Reduce Energy Consumption and CO2 Emission for Sustainable Manufacturing
Abstract: Three-Dimensional Printing (3D Printing) is one of the advanced manufacturing technologies which is being tremendously used in many fields because of its innovative applications. The concept of making a three-dimensional product by adding the material layer upon layer through Computer Aided Design (CAD) file data as input source is known as 3D Printing. Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) is one of the leading technologies from all the available 3D Printing technologies, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 63–71 Read article
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Catalyst-Driven Degradation and Failure Analysis of Intergranular Cracking in 316H Studded Pipes under Refinery Heat Recovery Conditions
Abstract: A failure analysis investigation was carried out on a high-temperature studded pipe used in a convection module for heat recovery in an oil and gas refinery application after leakage was detected during pre-commissioning hydrotesting. The investigated pipe was manufactured from AISI 316H austenitic stainless steel, and carbon steel studs had been joined to its outer surface by high-frequency resistance welding. Two leaks were reported in the pipe under investigation, and …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Formation and Fabrication of A 3D- Printed Polymer Propeller for Improved Propulsion and Minimal Acoustic Emission: A Comparative Study for Small Unmanned Vehicles
Abstract: The current research focuses on a comparative analysis of propeller designs to identify an option that enhances thrust efficiency while minimizing acoustic noise. The study evaluates three distinct types of propellers: the traditional three-blade propeller, the Sharrow propeller, and a novel aero propeller featuring an air foil-shaped cross-section. To facilitate a hands-on analysis, these propellers were produced using 3D printing technology, specifically employing ABS filament through a Fused Deposition Modelling …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 252–261 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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Comparative Analysis of Eco Friendly Brick with Red Bricks
Abstract: This research presents a comparative analysis between conventional red bricks and eco-friendly bricks made from mud, rice husk, and dry plant leaves. The aim is to evaluate the potential of using sustainable, low-cost, and locally available agricultural waste materials in brick production as an environmentally conscious alternative to traditional methods. The eco-bricks were manufactured without kiln firing, significantly reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions. A series of laboratory tests—including compressive …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 42–46 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Petrol-Ethanol Blends and Testing on Multicylinder 4-Stroke SI Engine
Abstract: The usage of different alcohols as a fuel for spark ignition (SI) engines has been in progress since the invention of engine, with ethanol being renewable, bio-based and ecofriendly is the best replacement for petrol as fuel in SI engines. Ethanol is derived basically from sugarcane, cassava, corn and other waste biomass materials. The choice of ethanol as a fuel is due to the positive influence on engine performance due …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 41–45 Read article
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Engine Performance Analysis of Cottonseed Based Biodiesel Using Design Expert Statistical Based Tool
Abstract: Biodiesel is a biofuel acquired by substance forms from vegetable oils or creature fats and liquor that can be utilized in diesel engines alone or mixed with diesel oil. It is characterized as the mono-alkyl esters of unsaturated fats got from vegetable oils or creature fats. In basic words biodiesel is the item that gotten when vegetable oil or creature fat is artificially responded with a liquor to deliver unsaturated …
Published in International Journal of Industrial and Product Design Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Integration of Semi-Interpenetrating Polymer Networks and Quantum Dot–Polymer Nanocomposites for Low-Cost, Flexible OLED Display
Abstract: Flexible OLED displays need advanced material systems to integrate capabilities for mechanical flexibility as well as thermal stability and environmental durability at low costs. Semi-interpenetrating polymer networks (SIPNs) combined with quantum dot (QD)-polymer nanocomposites serve to improve OLED performance capabilities. They combine a stable structural design along with a flexible matrix through the matrix capabilities of SIPNs which result in efficient luminescence and pure color output courtesy of CdSe/ZnS QDs …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 919–932 Read article
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Bio-physiochemical analysis of Algae –Gasoline and Butanol-Gasoline blended fuels
Abstract: AbstractThe main objective of this paper was to formulate and identify the physiochemical characteristics of fuel blended with algae oil, butanol and gasoline. The comparison of the characteristics of algae and butanol blended with gasoline is also presented in the paper. These blends have been prepared with three different blending ratio 5%, 10% and 15%, respectively. The requirement of another source of energy is increasing rapidly as fossil fuels are …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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Types and Fabrication Methods of Borate Based Thermoluminescence Materials
Abstract: Thermoluminescence (TL) is a kind of luminescence produced by certain crystalline materials that refers to the re-emission of energy received from electromagnetic radiations as light when the substance is heated. Thermoluminescence materials are used in a variety of fields, including environmental dosimetry, personal dosimetry, and medical research. Doping different rare earth impurities in different hosts causes the characteristics of materials suitable for diverse applications in many disciplines to change. Terbium …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Assessing Air Quality, Climate Change, and Migration Dynamics in Delhi NCR: A System Dynamics Approach
Abstract: As climate change accelerates and environmental degradation worsens, urban centers like Delhi NCR are under increasing pressure from internal migration. Poor air quality—especially in rural and peri-urban regions—emerges both as a driver of out-migration and a deterrent for in-migration to already burdened cities. This study develops a system dynamics (SD) model that integrates climate variables, air pollution metrics, economic indicators, governance quality, and migration behavior to simulate population flows into …
Published in Recent Trends in Mathematics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Diesel Adulteration Detection Using Gaseous Vapor Emission
Abstract: Diesel adulteration is the illegal or unauthorized introduction of foreign substances into pure diesel,causing the product to not conform to the requirements and specifications for use in the Oil and GasIndustry. Current methods to detect diesel adulteration require chemical laboratory experiments tomeasure parameters such as density, API gravity, viscosity, flash point, and evaporation point. Thesemethods require specialized, expensive equipment and cannot be utilized be quickly and readilyemployed at point of …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 69–76 Read article
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STM32 MCU-based System for Testing Parameters of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Abstract: The Automobile manufacturing sector’s fast-paced advancement has raised concerns regarding energy conservation and reduction of emissions. To address this, electric vehicles have become a crucial solution, with lithium batteries as a core component. This paper presents the designing a test system for measuring the parameters of lithium battery, with the STM32F411RE micro controller as the crucial element. In contrast to the domestic market, the parameter detecting system for lithium-ion batteries …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 18–27 Read article
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Fuel Economy and Mass Emissions of Ethanol Blended Gasoline over the Modified Indian Driving Cycle
Abstract: AbstractEthanol, a renewable alternative fuel can be used in gasoline vehicles as blend with gasoline without any major engine modification. Use of ethanol is increasing trend in India due to its increase in availability, energy security and emission reduction potential. Currently, 10% ethanol blended gasoline is available in India and ethanol percentage share in gasoline is increasing one. A large number of studies on ethanol-gasoline blends on stationery or automotive …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Management of Waste Generated in Steel Rerolling Industries of Nepal
Abstract: The study on nature and management of waste generated in iron & steel industries of Nepal provides an overview of the nature and type of waste generated and their current management practices. The purpose of the study was to identify the nature of waste generated in iron and steel industries of Nepal and recommend appropriate measures for its management. For this study, five iron & steel industries were visited to …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Test on Diesel Engine Operated with Variation of Palm Oil and Diesel Fuel: A Research
Abstract: Palm oil (PO) is one of the vegetable oils that have potential for use as fuels for diesel engines. PO is renewable and is safe and easy to handle. The main objective of this research work was to optimize the performance and emission of four stroke, single cylinder, indirect injection, water cooled diesel engine operating on palm oil and diesel blend. A non-edible vegetable oil like palm oil is blended …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of Emulsion Paint Binder from a Copolymer Composite of Dimethylol Urea/Polystyrene
Abstract: AbstractIn our desire to reduce formaldehyde emission from urea formaldehyde resin (UF), dimethylol urea (DMU) was synthesized. Liquid polystyrene (PS) obtained from waste PS material was copolymerized by blending with the DMU at varying concentrations (10–70%). Infrared spectra infers a reactive blending between DMU and PS, while some physical property tests carried out reveals reduction in moisture uptake, rigidity and further reduction in formaldehyde emission among the favorable changes in …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 11–21 Read article
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Enhancing Engine Efficiency and Reducing Emissions: A Comprehensive Review of Air Calorimeter Technology
Abstract: The article talks about the idea behind this project to pre-heat the intake air that passes through the carburettor to increase a petrol engine's fuel efficiency. The vaporization of petrol in the carburettor is influenced by the humidity of the surrounding air. Therefore, vaporization can be facilitated, and full combustion can be accomplished by preheating the carburettor's incoming air for a significant amount of time. Additionally, by lowering the amount …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 8–13 Read article