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Optimization of Process Parameters of an Induction Furnace for Aluminium 6061 using Robust Design Approach
Abstract: Electric induction furnaces are extensively used in the foundry industries for the preparation of alloys and metal castings. The induction furnace works on the principal of electromagnetic induction. Some of the applications of induction heating include heat treatment, melting, surface treatment and in food industry. The detailed study about the working of an induction furnace was done. The induction furnace procured by mechanical department of our college is made by …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Environmental Value Engineering Analysis on Performance Optimization of an Oil Fired Crucible Furnace using Oscillatory Combustion Technology
Abstract: Environmental Value Engineering Concept (E.V.E.) is a proven disciplined approach for improving measurable efficiency parameters for any organization or a system. In this paper, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (O.E.E.) for oil fired crucible furnace, which is a metric for Total Productive Maintenance initiative, has been calculated. As this performance was below the expectation level and resulting into outsourcing of jobs at higher cost, the E.V.E analysis was taken under consideration for …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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Design of a Water-Cooling System for the Inside Roof of 20t Electric Arc Furnace for Oxygen Blow Decarburization Using CFD Analysis
Abstract: An electric arc furnace (EAF) roof usually works at high temperature for a long time, undergoes not only heat radiations from electric arc, molten metal, and lining of high temperature, but also is washed and affected by chemical erosion due to high temperature and gas flow. In addition, it might be eroded by slag with high temperature. In， inside roof of EAF is more severely affected by heat load than …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Behaviour of NINL Blast Furnace with 100% Calibrated Lump Iron Ore
Abstract: A relation between sinter usages in burden and productivity are well established. Now a day, almost all blast furnace usages a sinter in its burden charge. The percentage of sinter in blast furnace is depending upon the availability of fines & sinter machine. But some time, due to non-availability of fine or sinter machines, or both, only calibrated iron ore lump are used as a source of iron in charge …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 28–36 Read article
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Physicochemical Analysis of Kushtae Sadaf Prepared by Modern Furnace Method
Abstract: Traditionally in the Unani System of Medicine, Kushtajat are recommended to be prepared by using pit with cow dung cakes. This procedure of preparation is an old age method. Now in modern world, cow dung cakes are not easily available in the market, especially in the metro cities. Moreover this procedure is tedious. Therefore, it feels that modern procedure may be adopted in the preparation of Kushtajat. Hence instead of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 30–36 Read article
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Assessment of the Potential of Permeable Concrete using Blast Furnace Slag in Treating the Highway Side Storm Water
Abstract: Storm water from highway side contains organic and inorganic pollutants including significant amount of heavy metals which need to be treated before the storm water is let into the natural water bodies. In this study, the potential of pervious concrete using blast furnace slag was assessed for pollutants removal from the highway side storm water. Removal efficiencies in respect of nitrate, phosphate, chemical oxygen demand (COD), TSS, lead, chromium, nickel …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Optimization of Fly Ash and Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (FA-GBFS) Mixes for Flexible Pavements
Abstract: This study investigates the compaction, strength, and permeability characteristics of fly ash (FA) stabilized with granulated blast furnace slag (GBFS) to determine the optimal mix proportions for geotechnical applications. Standard Proctor compaction, unconfined compressive strength (UCS), California Bearing Ratio (CBR), and permeability tests were conducted on FA-GBFS mixtures, with GBFS content varying from 10 to 50% by dry weight. The results indicate that increasing GBFS content enhances the maximum dry …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Synthesis, Characterization and Deformation Studies of Blast Furnace Slag Particles Reinforced Aa2024 Composite
Abstract: The main objective is to explore the use of blast furnace slag as a reinforcing material. This work provides results of aluminum metal matrix composites reinforced with granulated slag (GS). The Composite is prepared by taking AA 2024 and GS with stir casting process. Optical microscope and scanning electron microscopy were employed to track the reactions between the aluminum matrix and the granulated slag during the sintering treatment. The hardness …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 31–43 Read article
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Case Study on Determination of Thermal Efficiency of Industrial Furnace by Direct & Indirect Method
Abstract: Abstract:Since few years there has been great demand for energy Audit as energy as become one of the most important factor for any industry. There has been constant efforts to minimize energy losses and energy audits are proper way to manage energy consumption of any industry. Energy Audit plays an important role as energy wastage is major issue in industries (energy spending accounts for ~ 10% of the average manufacturer's …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Case Study of Multipulse Converter System for IGBT Based Inverter in Induction Melting Furnace
Abstract: AbstractHarmonic mitigation is an important aspect for the smooth operation of modern power electronics converters, medical equipment, and home appliances which are generally fed by a common grid supply. In large power equipment such as induction furnaces, it becomes necessary to reduce or eliminate harmonics from the supply. In order to cater dynamic load cycle during complete melting cycles in induction furnaces, power needs to vary. This can be achieved …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Effect of Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag as Partial Cement Replacement on Compressive Strength of Concrete
Abstract: AbstractThe main objective of this research work is to determine the optimum replacement percentageof GGBS which can be suitably used. To fulfill the objective, various properties of concreteusing GGBS have been evaluated. Mix design has been arrived for M25 concrete. Fineness,specific gravity (cement and GGBS), normal consistency, initial and final setting time andcompressive strength of cement have been found out. Particle size distribution, bulking of fineaggregate, specific gravity, water absorption …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Experimental Investigation on Utilization of Blast Furnace Slag as Fine Aggregate in Pavement Concrete
Abstract: Concrete is the second largest consumed material by human kind in the world. In this modern era, cement concrete pavements are in demand as compared to bituminous pavements in highway projects. In the recent time, under ages of green technology, the waste utilization in production of concrete especially for pavements is major concern of study. Blast furnace slag is one of the major wastes produced from steel processing plants around …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 58–64 Read article
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Exploration of Mechanical Characteristics and Microstructural Analysis of Copper Matrix Composites with Hybrid Reinforcements via Muffle Furnace Sintering
Abstract: Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) have drawn a lot of interest in the area of innovative materials because of how widely they may be used. Due to their extraordinary qualities, such as high thermal conductivity, higher temperature endurance, improved corrosion resistance, and great weldability, copper matrix composites stand out among them. These qualities make them desirable and promising materials for uses including heat exchangers, automotive parts, and electrical components. In this …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 12, 2023 · pp. 119–126 Read article
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Analysis of Water Content in Fire Resistant Hydraulic Fluids used in Coke Furnace Door Opening through Optical Waveguide
Abstract: AbstractThis paper attempts to measure the concentration of water in fire resistant hydraulic fluids used for opening of door in coke furnace through optical waveguide. The proposed model is a two dimensional photonic crystal structure with glass substrate consisting of air holes. Measurement principle is concentrated on linear variation of photonic band gap (PBG) along with concentration of fire resistant fluids infiltrated in air holes of photonic crystal structure. The …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Usage of Rice Husk Ash and Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag in Soil Stabilization
Abstract: This work is to evaluate the performance of Rice Husk Ash (RHA) and Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) to enhance the stability of a soil. Samples of soil were collected from different places from district Ghaziabad (NCR region), U.P, India. According to ISSCS which stands for Indian Standard Soil Classification System, the soil is categorized as CI (clay with medium plasticity). Addition of 3%, 6% and 9% of RHA …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Sustainability and Mechanical Performance Evaluation of Cementitious Composites Reinforced with Waste Rubber Aggregates and Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag
Abstract: The development of environmentally responsible composite materials has gained global momentum with the shift toward circular and sustainable construction practices. In this work, the performance of cementitious composites that partially substitute natural fine and coarse aggregates with recycled rubber aggregates from end-of-life tires and Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) as an additional cementitious material is examined. A total of thirty composite mixes were formulated by varying GGBS (10–30%) and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1164–1180 Read article
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A Study on Stabilization of Expansive Soil with Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag and Sodium Silicate
Abstract: Utilization of industrial waste materials in the improvement of soils is a cost efficient and environmental friendly method. Stabilization of the expansive soil is studied by using Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) and sodium silicate. This paper includes the evaluation of soil properties like compaction, unconfined compressive strength test and California Bearing Ratio (CBR) test. Detailed experimental study has been undertaken to investigate the characteristics and behavior of expansive …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Service Life Prediction of Concretes Incorporated with Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag and Icrete with respect to Chloride Ion Penetration
Abstract: The reduced service life of concrete structures in coastal or de-icing salt conditions is commonly attributed to corrosion generated by chloride. Therefore, extensive research is being conducted to estimate the time taken for threshold chloride ions to reach the reinforcement and break the protective layer, initiating the corrosive process. This study conducted an experimental investigation on controlled concrete, concrete incorporating 50% GGBS, and concrete incorporating both 50% GGBS and 2% …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 214–226 Read article
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Characteristics and Comparison of Continuous Casting Machine (CCM) and Reheat Furnace (RHF) Rolled Reinforcement Bar
Abstract: Modern rolling process introduces manufacturing of reinforcement bar in combination of continuouscasting and straight rolling to avoid time and cost losses and produce fine quality reinforcement bar.Using the core heat or heat inside the raw material (generally known as billet), the rolling process iscarried out. This modernized rolling process overcomes reheating losses and cost of transportationand of course cost of reheating which were faced in previous manufacturing processes. During therolling, …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 17–27 Read article
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Six Sigma DMAIC Approach for Increasing Effectiveness of Heat Exchanger
Abstract: In a small sized furnace manufacturing company, heat exchanger is a fundamental segment. The productivity of the furnace relies on upon the proficiency and adequacy of the heat exchanger. This research uncovers the experimental execution of Six Sigma DMAIC (DefineMeasure-Analyze-Improve-Control) stages to enhance the adequacy of shell and tube heat exchanger and along these lines enhance the quality and productivity of the furnace. The basic goal is to enhance the …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 12–17 Read article