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Experimental Investigation of Three Pass Helical Coil Heat Exchanger Keeping Constant Mass Flow Rate of Tube Fluid
Abstract: Heat exchanger is an adiabatic steady flow, open system in which two flowing fluid exchange or transfer heat without loosing or gaining any to the ambient. Heat exchangers are the important engineering systems with vast variety of applications including power generation, heating ventilation and air conditioning systems, nuclear, heat recovery systems, food and paper industries and many more. Helical coil structure configuration is very effective for heat exchangers because it …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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The Effect of Air Bubbles Injection into a Shell and Coiled Tube Heat Exchanger: A Review
Abstract: In present study, a shell and coiled tube heat exchanger has been mathematically studied. The helically coiled tube and the effects of on thermal characteristics of heat exchanger will be proposed in this study. CFD analysis on ANSYS software will be performed. Shell tube carrying cold water, helical coil containing hot water and U shaped hollow pipe carries air. Thermal properties and its effect has been considered in the study.
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Software Numerical Simulation on Earth Tube Heat Exchanger Where Air as A Flow Medium
Abstract: Renewable energy is free in nature and it must be brought into application. Due to use of air conditioning and its refrigerants global warming is a serious issue. Renewable energy is the main concept of an earth tube heat exchanger, which uses the thermal energy of the ground for cooling and heating of the fluid medium. Here, air is used as fluent working medium. The air cools in summer and …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 19–45 Read article
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CFD Simulation on Ground Tube Heat Exchanger using Copper and Aluminum as Tube Material
Abstract: Renewable energy is free in nature and it must be brought into application. Due to use of air conditioning and its refrigerants global warming is a serious issue. Renewable energy is the main concept of an earth tube heat exchanger, which uses the thermal energy of the ground for cooling and heating of the fluid medium. Here, air is used as fluent working medium. The air cools in summer and …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 49–74 Read article
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Heat Exchanger Technology and Applications: Groundsource Heat Pump System for Buildings Heating and Cooling
Abstract: Some emphasis has recently been put on the utilisation of the ambient energy from ground source and other renewable energy sources in order to stimulate alternative energy sources for heating and cooling of buildings. Geothermal heat pumps (GSHPs), or direct expansion (DX) ground source heat pumps, are a highly efficient renewable energy technology, which uses the earth, groundwater or surface water as a heat source when operating in heating mode …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 58–85 Read article
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Design and Analysis approach of Horizontal Emulsion Treater Vessels using ANSYS Finite Element Software
Abstract: Several million wells around the world, ranging in size from small private wells producing 100 barrels per day to huge bore wells producing 4000 barrels per day, are used to extract oil and gas. Most typically, the oil and gas that is produced is a mixture of water, impurities, and oil that needs to be processed and separated. The gravity separator, the most common type of production separator, is available …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 34–47 Read article
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Tri-Route Orchestration of Sr-Modification, MoldVibration, and T6 Treatment on the Microstructure andPerformance of A356 Alloy
Abstract: This study examines the cascade effects of chemical modification, mechanical mold vibration during solidification, and subsequent T6 heat treatment on the microstructural evolution and multi-property enhancement of A356 Alloy cast via permanent mold casting. Initially Sodium (Na) modifying flux (2– 4 wt%) and Strontium (Sr) elemental modifier (0.01–0.05 wt%) were implemented to refine the morphology of eutectic silicon; Sr addition at an optimal concentration of 0.04 wt.% yielded superior eutectic …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 13–25 Read article
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Climate Responsive Strategies in Architecture: Their Contemporary Relevance through the Lens of Culture, Heritage, and User Experience
Abstract: Climate-responsive architecture has long been recognized as a fundamental principle of sustainable design, particularly within vernacular settlements where buildings evolved in response to local climatic conditions, available materials, and cultural traditions. Traditional architecture in India demonstrates how passive environmental strategies such as courtyards, verandas, thick masonry walls, jaalis, and locally sourced materials contribute to thermal comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term building performance. However, rapid urbanization and increasing dependence on mechanical …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Evaluating Remedy of Oil Polluted Environment Using Fermented Cassava Liquid
Abstract: A 28-day experimental investigation was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of fermented cassava liquid in the bioremediation of crude oil-contaminated soils. Three soil types, namely clay, sandy-loamy, and swampy soils, were examined. Cassava liquid was fermented for six days to allow sufficient microbial growth before being introduced into the contaminated soil samples. Uninoculated contaminated soil served as the control. Soil samples were collected at one-week intervals throughout the study for …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Advances in the Synthesis and Functional Applications of Crystalline Materials
Abstract: Crystalline materials represent one of the most important classes of advanced materials in modern science and engineering due to their highly ordered atomic arrangements and outstanding physical, chemical, electrical, optical, thermal, and mechanical properties. The periodic organization of atoms within crystal lattices provides exceptional opportunities for controlling and optimizing material performance through advanced synthesis strategies, crystal growth techniques, compositional modification, and defect engineering. Recent progress in materials science has enabled …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Agro Seed Oil Production through Mechanothermal Extraction: Exploring its Potential for Chemical, Pharmaceutical, and Food Industries
Abstract: The increasing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly industrial raw materials has intensified research into the production of oils from agro seeds using efficient extraction technologies. This study reviews the mechanothermal extraction of agro-seed oils with emphasis on their potential applications in chemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries. Mango (Mangifera indica) seeds, which are commonly discarded as agricultural waste during fruit processing, contain significant quantities of lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, antioxidants, and …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Sonochemical Synthesis of Copper Nanoparticles:Process Fundamentals, Scale-Up Challenges, andIndustrial Opportunities
Abstract: The sonochemical synthesis of copper nanoparticles (Cu NPs) has emerged as a powerful and widely investigated strategy in nanomaterials research, owing to the unique physicochemical conditions generated during ultrasonic irradiation. Acoustic cavitation induced by sonication produces transient microenvironments characterized by extremely high local temperatures, pressures, and rapid cooling rates, which collectively enable efficient reduction of copper precursors into nanoscale particles. These conditions cannot be easily achieved through conventional synthetic routes, …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Fault-Tolerant Modular Power Converter for Large-Scale Renewable Energy Integration
Abstract: The rapid expansion of large-scale renewable energy systems has significantly increased the demand for highly reliable and fault-resilient power electronic converters capable of maintaining stable grid operation under component failures and fluctuating renewable power generation. This paper proposes a Fault-Tolerant Modular Power Converter (FTMPC) for large-scale renewable energy integration, incorporating a modular multilevel architecture, intelligent fault diagnosis, and adaptive reconfiguration control to ensure uninterrupted power conversion. The proposed converter continuously …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Heat Generated Simulation with Bacteria and Fungi inCrude Oil Remediation in an Aerated Lagoon
Abstract: Studies on the heat generated by bacteria and fungi in an aerated lagoon were monitored by theapplication of MATLAB computed software simulation. Mathematical models were developed in termsof substrate utilization by microbes and correlated with the Monod’s equation model which revealedthe trend of heat generated at different operating temperature of 15°C, 30°C, 45°C, 60°C, 75°C, 90°C,105°C and 120°C. The heat generated varies with increase in the microbial concentration as favoredby …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 27–45 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Classical Thermodynamics:Principles, Laws, and Applications
Abstract: Classical thermodynamics, a fundamental branch of physics and engineering, provides a macroscopicframework for understanding energy, work, and heat interactions in physical systems. This reviewcomprehensively examines the principles, laws, and practical applications of classicalthermodynamics, emphasizing its enduring relevance in modern science and engineering. Beginningwith the foundational concepts of system, surroundings, state, and equilibrium, the study explores theformulation and significance of the four laws of thermodynamics. The Zeroth Law establishes the basisfor …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Virgin-Recycled Thermoplastic Matrix Systems as Engineered Composite Materials: A Compositional Framework for Mechanical Property Retention in Secondary Polymer Supply Chains
Abstract: Virgin-to-recycled thermoplastic resin blends, while conventionally treated as simple two- component mixtures in secondary polymer supply chains, exhibit compositional and morphological characteristics that are more accurately described using the framework of engineered composite matrix systems. This paper presents a compositional framework for understanding and predicting mechanical property retention in virgin-recycled polypropylene (PP) and high-density polyethylene (HDPE) matrix systems, developed through more than twenty years of commercial secondary polymer distribution practice …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Chemical Synthesis, Structural Characterization and Solid-State Chemistry of NiₓCo₁₋ₓFe₂O₄ Ferrite Oxides
Abstract: Ferrite materials have attracted significant attention in recent decades due to their remarkable magnetic, electrical, and catalytic properties. Spinel ferrites, generally represented by the formula MFe₂O₄ (where M denotes a divalent metal ion such as Ni²⁺ or Co²⁺), have attracted significant attention due to their versatile applications in areas including magnetic storage, microwave absorption, sensing technologies, transformers, and catalysis. . In particular, nickel–cobalt mixed ferrites (NiₓCo₁₋ₓFe₂O₄) are of considerable interest …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Chemical Synthesis Strategies and Reaction Mechanisms in Self-Healing Polymeric Materials: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Self-healing polymeric materials are one of the most rapidly growing and technologically transformative classes of smart polymeric materials. Such materials offer the ability to autonomously repair damage and retain & restore functional performance. This capability is very important for polymers, which undergo mechanical failure, micro- cracking, delamination, photo-oxidation, or thermal degradation during service environments. The last decade has been remarkable for developments in self-healing polymers, ranging from extrinsic capsule-based approaches …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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Investigation of the Compatibility of Binary and Ternary Polymer Systems
Abstract: We have obtained mechanical strength of materials as a result not by synthesizing new polymers, but by using industrial polymers. We have developed a technology for obtaining new composite materials based on industrial multi-tonnage polymers of high-strength polyethylene (HSPE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyurethane thermoplastic elastomer (DUTEP), butyl rubber (BR), chlorocarboxylate polyethylene (CCPE), ethylene propylene rubber (EPR). To obtain a composition from these polymers, their mixture compatibility was first determined using …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 44–56 Read article
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Recent Advances in the Development and Performance Optimization of Advanced Metallic Alloys
Abstract: The continuous demand for high-performance materials in aerospace, automotive, energy, and biomedical industries has accelerated research and development in advanced metallic alloys. Metallurgy and alloy design play a crucial role in achieving superior mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties while maintaining cost efficiency and sustainability. This study presents a comprehensive overview of recent advances in metallic alloy development, focusing on novel alloying strategies, microstructural control, and performance optimization techniques. Emphasis is …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–6 Read article