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Different Techniques and Methods Employed to Maintain and Provide Specific Environment In Bioenergy
Abstract: This communication discusses a comprehensive review of biomass energy sources, environment and sustainable development. This includes all the biomass energy technologies, energy efficiency systems, energy conservation scenarios, energy savings and other mitigation measures necessary to reduce emissions globally. The current literature is reviewed regarding the ecological, social, cultural and economic impacts of biomass technology. This study gives an overview of present and future use of biomass as an industrial feedstock …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 18–48 Read article
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Nanomaterials of Naturally Synthesized Carbon for Solar Energy Generation
Abstract: Energy and environmental uses for carbon nanoparticles are incredibly promising. It is necessary to develop a broad range of environmentally acceptable and greener synthesis techniques that make use of affordable, renewable, natural waste resources. Thus, greenhouse gas emissions, theusage of harmful materials, and the advancement of environmentally friendly technologies will all be reduced. The synthesis of new one-dimensional (carbon nanotubes, carbon nanofiber, etc.) and two-dimensional carbon-based products utilizing renewable substrates …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Characterization and Kinetic Study of Sugarcane Bagasse for the Production of Bio-oil Over Monodispersed Fe2 O3 and ZSM-5 Composite
Abstract: The shortage and price scramble of fossil fuels accompanied by vast CO2 emissions have triggered a worldwide search for alternative and sustainable resources. Wind, solar, geothermal, biomass, and water are the most commonly used alternative energy sources. The biomass residues are typically at low cost and readily availabile, and has been used as feedstocks for synthesis of renewable energy. To produced the bio-fuels from biomass residues, several reaction pathways categorized …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Novel Approaches to Thermodynamic Optimization in Industrial Processes
Abstract: Thermodynamic optimization in industrial processes stands as a pivotal pursuit in enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and economic viability. Traditional methodologies have primarily focused on established principles, yet the escalating demands for resource conservation and emissions reduction necessitate innovative strategies. This abstract presents a compendium of novel approaches aimed at revolutionizing thermodynamic optimization in industrial settings. Firstly, the incorporation of advanced machine learning algorithms unveils unprecedented opportunities for predictive modeling and real-time …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Utilization of Advance Geopolymer in Concrete: A Review
Abstract: Climate change has several adverse impacts like changes in weather, untimely rains, depleting water, droughts, flash floods, acute and early summer and chilling winter. Equally, another bigger challenge to the society is foul smell whether it is river, pond, drain, public toilets or garbage dump yards. It is due to emission of hydrogen sulphide, methane and other toxic gases. Methane in pure form does not create any foul smell, however …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Effect of Colloidal Nanosilica on High Strength Rice Husk Ash Concrete
Abstract: Nowadays, supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) are used in concrete because it reduces CO2 emission during. The husks, which are production of cement, reduces cement contents, improve workability, increase strength and enhance durability. Pozzolanic reaction takes place when siliceous or aluminous material comes in contact with calcium hydroxide in the presence of moisture to form compounds possessing cementitious properties approximately 50 percent cellulose, 30 percent lignin and 20 percent silica, are …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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A Review on Experimental Investigation of Fibre Reinforced Metakaolin-Based Geopolymer Concrete
Abstract: The development of new binders, as an alternative to Portland cement (PC), by alkaline activation, is a current researcher’s interest. As Concrete is the most commonly used material for construction. The worldwide production of cement has greatly increased after 1990. Production of cement results in a lot of environmental pollution as it involves the emission of CO2 gas. There are many ways to which we can reduce environmental pollution (carbon …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 44–55 Read article
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Study on Partial Replacement of Cement by Bagasse Ash in Cement Concrete
Abstract: Today, researchers all over the world are trying to utilize agricultural wastes like corncob ash, rice husk ash, bagasse ash as a partial replacement of cement, thereby reducing cement production and greenhouse gases emissions. Sugarcane bagasse is a fibrous waste product of sugarcane refining industry and being disposed to open landfills causing serious environmental impacts. In this study, Bagasse ash was partially replaced in the ratio of 0%, 5%, 10%, …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Mechanical Behavior of Fly Ash Concrete A Critical Review
Abstract: Concrete structure is the most common all over the world. Cement is the major ingredient of concrete. Though the raw materials needed for manufacture of cement are available in most parts of the world, many countries have severe shortage of cement, although their needs are vast. The search for suitable substitute for cement, either partially or fully, has thus become a challenge for planning the development of many of the …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 29–43 Read article
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Effect of Temperature on mechanical properties of Geopolymer concrete: A Review
Abstract: Concrete is the most widely used material after water in building and construction field. It is the oldest man-made material and is easily available for use at cheaper costs. This material is causing harm to environment on mass extent. OPC i.e. Ordinary Portland Cement is second contributor after automobile industry in Carbon Dioxide emission. This review presents the study of replacement of regular concrete cement with cementitious material like fly …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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A Review on Waste Bakelite as Replacement Partially Over Coarse Aggregate in Concrete Mix
Abstract: Various components in India are made up of Bakelite. Saffron Global Dumping of waste Bakelite through landfill is not allowed due to it effect on soil mass and open burning is not allow because of the emission of harmful gases which cause air pollution. A large space of storehouse requires to store large amount of area for keeping waste Bakelite which becomes management problem of waste. Despite managing waste Bakelite …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Short Communication: Physico-Mechanical Properties of Rice Husk Geopolymers
Abstract: Concrete may be a wide used construction material for varied kinds of structures thanks to its structural stability and strength. However, the assembly of hydraulic cement, a main element of constructing concrete, contributes important quantity of greenhouse emission, as a result of the assembly of 1 ton of hydraulic cement additionally releases regarding one ton of dioxide gas into the atmosphere. Additionally the extent of energy needed to provide OPC …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 34–35 Read article
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Experimental Investigation On Replacement Of Fine Aggregate With Manufactured Sand And Partial Replacement Of Cement With Ggbs
Abstract: Concrete is the most widely used construction material in civil engineering industry because of its high structural strength and stability. The concrete industry is looking for supplementary cementitious material or industrial by product with the objective of reducing the carbon dioxide emission which is harmful to environment. Ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS) is the solid wastes generated by industry are used as a replacement material for cement. Manufactured sand …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Analysis of Sustainability Aspects of the Use of Collection and Delivery Points in the Last Mile of Cargo Transportation
Abstract: The huge growth in purchases made digitally, which began with the Covid-19 pandemic, makes it difficult for companies to deliver a large volume of orders to an increasingly dispersed area, and quickly. There is a need to optimize the delivery in the final stage of order transport, the so-called last mile. This work conducted a systematic literature review on the use of collection and delivery points by consumers, focusing on …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 24–38 Read article
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Climate Change-Implications for Agriculture and Food Security
Abstract: Abstract The warning signs of global warming have appeared everywhere, right from increased concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, to increasing temperatures, and occurrence of extreme events like droughts, floods, intense rains, and cyclones, besides melting of glaciers and rise in sea levels. The objectives of this paper are to present likely scenarios, risks to agriculture, food security and livelihoods arising out of climate change in coming few decades. …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 4–32 Read article
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MODELING COGENERATION SYSTEM IN SHALLOW GEOTHERMAL INSTALLATIONS
Abstract: ABSTRACTThis paper presents a theoretical modeling of a cogeneration system using multiple heat exchangers and thermoelectric generator. The modeled system, designed for shallow geothermal energy, is a closed piping unit containing water as heat transfer fluid that circulates through a closed loop releasing thermal energy at the surface for heating and sanitary hot water. In addition, a Peltier cells array is attached to the piping system to generate electricity, thus …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 41–52 Read article
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Laser-induced Phosphorescence Photobleaching Anemometer for Microfluidic Technology Instruments
Abstract: In this article, we have established a new, non-intrusive flow velocity calculation approach focused on photobleaching of a fluorescent dye for micro-fluidic systems. The time of existence of the fluorescent dye in the laser beam depends on the flow rate which roughly relates to the time of decay of the photobleaching of the dye in the laser beam. The time of residency is inversely proportional to the speed of flow. …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Enhancing Efficiency Hybrid Power Generation System Using Wind Energy and Solar Energy
Abstract: Hybrid energy system is the mixture of two energy sources for giving power to the load. So that the power can be utilize where it generated so that it will reduce the transmission losses and cost. Cost reduction can be done by increasing the production of the equipment. People should motivate to use the non-conventional energy resources. It is highly safe for the environment as it does not produce any …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Creating energy system resilience through stand-alone hybrid solar PV-wind energy system - a case study in India
Abstract: A grid-independent hybrid energy system consisting of commercially available solar photovoltaic panels of 250 W peak power rating and micro wind turbines of 30–40 kW power rating has been considered for electricity production at a selected location in India as a case study. The energy system configuration that leads to lowest levelized electricity cost at that location has been identified through parametric analysis. The configuration has been found to have …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Effect of Electromagnetic Interference and Different Counter Techniques -Electromagnetic Compatibility
Abstract: Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) refers to any electromagnetic (EM) disturbance that intrudes, hinders, degrades or bounds the actual performance of a piece of electrical/electronic equipment, transmission channel, or other susceptible systems. It can occur in any part of the EM spectrum from frequencies of 0 Hz (d.c.) to 20 GHz or higher, but though utmost predominant in the radio frequency (RF) region. The electromagnetic environment is the significant part of the …
Published in International Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 7–14 Read article