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Finite Element Modeling of Deep Reinforced Concrete Beams with Web Openings
Abstract: The effects of openings on the ultimate capacity of deep beams have been studied experimentally by many researchers. However, there’s still need for analytical study using numerical methods and also the development of simple stiffness reduction models that can be easily used for quick prediction of the effects of opening sizes on the stiffness of deep reinforced concrete beams. This study is focused on modeling the behavior of deep reinforced …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Influence of Treatment on Soil Potassium: A Comparative Study Using Mango Leaf and Bitter Leaf
Abstract: This research investigates the influence of two organic amendments, Mango leaf and Bitter leaf, on the potassium content in swampy and clay soils. Potassium plays a crucial role in supporting microbial activity during bioremediation, making it an essential nutrient in hydrocarbon-contaminated environments. The study explores the temporal variation in potassium concentrations in soils treated with powdered Mango leaves, Bitter leaves, yeast, and NPK fertilizer over a period of 84 days. …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 71–75 Read article
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Influence of GGBFS on the Mechanical Properties of the Water Cured Fly Ash Aggregate-Based Geopolymer Concrete
Abstract: Abstract Conventional concrete consists of cement, sand as fine aggregate and gravel, limestone or granite in various sizes and shapes as coarse aggregate including with water. In the present work, the feasibility of using industrial inorganic polymeric residues wastes as a total (100%) replacement to the traditionally used normal conventional concrete materials is examined in the preparation of the geopolymer concrete (GPC). In this GPC, the cement is totally replaced …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 54–64 Read article
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A Walkable Path to Reduce Transport Emission in Commercial Streets: A Case of Putlighar Market in Amritsar City
Abstract: Commercial areas, along with being nodes for economic activities, also act as public spaces supporting various social and recreational activities. The multi-faceted nature of commercial streets demands safe, secure, and comfortable spaces in commercial areas that can be conducive to the social aspect of this land use. Commercial areas are also nodes for carbon emissions, with transport-related emissions in commercial areas providing a significant contribution to the emission profile. This …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 10–21 Read article
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Second-Life Battery Applications and Recycling Technologies of EV in India: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Abstract The rapid uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) worldwide is creating a new challenge of end-of-life (EoL) lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). As EV penetration accelerates under national initiatives such as the National Electric Mobility Mission Plan and Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME), the country faces an emerging challenge of managing end-of-life batteries. This paper examines technical pathways for second-life reuse of EV batteries (e.g. stationary energy storage, grid …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 15–24 Read article
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Knowledge of High School Students Regarding Substance Abuse in a Selected School in Kottayam District
Abstract: Substance abuse in various forms is a social problem. Kerala shows a high prevalence in alcoholism and is ranked top in India. A descriptive study was done to assess the knowledge of high school students regarding substance abuse and to determine the association between the knowledge of high school students and baseline variables. The study was conducted in a school at Peruva. A structured questionnaire was used to obtain the …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 35–38 Read article
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Study of Climatic Parameters and Residential Housing Structures in Kota Region
Abstract: In this paper climatic parameters and different types of residential buildings in Kota region have been studied. Survey was conducted to assess the common residential building pattern and energy consumption. The survey was focused on the design strategies like orientation, number and size of window, ventilation, overhangs, wall type and thickness, window to wall ratio, percent open area and energy consumption per annum. From the study it has been found …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 44–60 Read article
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Exploring Non-Motorized Transportation for Indian Cities: A Sustainable System
Abstract: Abstract The existing modal share in Indian cities is in favor of non-motorized transport but there is a minimal infrastructure available to support non-motorized transportation. In most of the Indian cities, even in the megacities of India (population more than 8 million), 30% of the trips are made by non-motorized transportation, but the adverse climatic conditions, inappropriate infrastructure and facilities for non-motorized transportation and increasing accident risk to non-motorized users, …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Influence of Ground Motion Duration on the Peak Drift Demands of Reinforced Concrete Buildings
Abstract: Previous studies regarding the effect of strong-motion duration on the behavior of reinforced concrete buildings indicate that the findings regarding the influence of strong-motion duration on peak damage indicators are not consistent. Most of the previous studies available are based on two dimensional structural models. The objective of the present study is to further investigate the influence of earthquake strong-motion duration on structural behavior with three-dimensional building models. In this …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 35–44 Read article
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Assessment of Various Barriers for Implementation of Nurse Led Birth Clinic among Nursing Staff in Dr. Vitthalrao Vikhe Patil Pravara Rural Hospital, Loni (B.K.)
Abstract: Background: The clinics' managers and experienced nurses have access to resources that would help them in their work. Their work involves skills including changing drugs, starting therapy, and conducting diagnostic tests in accordance with procedures for more than 80% of the time. Though the nurse midwives are legally permitted to conduct deliveries, there are no nurse led birth clinics established. There may be numerous factors involved. Most important is the …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Electrochemical impendence study of an AL 8088 /SiC Nano composite immersed in 1M Acid chloride Medium
Abstract: Aluminum Nano composite have received considerable attention among researcher and engineering as a prominent choice material for building and construction purposes. The preference of Aluminum Nano composite as replacement for conventional Aluminum alloy is chiefly due excellent strength to weight ratio .However the problem of accelerated corrosion attributed to the reinforcement particle used in the production of Aluminum Nano composite is well documented in the literature and serves as potential …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Effectiveness of Muscle-strengthening Exercise on Muscle function among Patients who Undergone TKR Surgery at Erode Trust Hospital, Erode
Abstract: Total knee replacement (TKR) surgery has become the most successful surgery for patients with severe debilitating arthritis. Objectives: To assess the effectiveness of muscle-strengthening exercise on muscle function among patients undergone TKR surgery. Design: Quasi-experimental design, where pre and post-test with control group design. Setting: Erode Trust Hospital, Erode. Participants: 30 patients who undergone TKR surgery fulfilling the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Selection criteria: Mild to poor muscle contraction with …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 38–44 Read article
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A study on the awareness of COVID-19 among grocery storekeepers in selected areas of Anand district, Gujarat
Abstract: The coronavirus is not spread through properly cooked food, as cooking safely eliminates the virus. However, the virus can be transmitted through food products if it survives on their surfaces for several days. In this context, there is a prerequisite that along with grocery store owners, salesman and vendors, the consumers need to follow hygiene practices, wear mask, wash hands frequently, maintain social distancing, use sanitizer, wash the food items …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Caffeine Prove as Neurostimulant by Enhancing the Acid and Alkaline Phosphatase Levels in Young Rat Liver and Young and Old Aged Wistar Rat Brain
Abstract: ABSTRACTAcid phosphatase (ACP) and Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) specific activity was estimated for young (150–220 g) and old aged (320–520 g) wistar rats and for similar groups with caffeine (neurostimulant) treated whole brain and liver tissues. Rats were orally administered with caffeine 13 mg/kg body weight for 3 and 6 days. Brains of young and old rats showed significant increased ACP activity 34.21 and 22.836 nmol/min/mg of protein for 3 days …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 1-2, 2019 · pp. 38–48 Read article
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Learning Needs of Patients with Myocardial Infarction: Patients and Nursing Staff Perception
Abstract: Globally, the major cause of morbidity and mortality is Myocardial infarction. Nurses are responsible for assessing the actual learning needs of patients and educating them about the risk factors that may create a new ischemic heart disease. Objective: Of the present study is to identify the learning needs of patients with myocardial infarction as perceived by patients and nursing staff. The sample: Selected consists of 150 patients and 19 nurses. …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 28–32 Read article
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Effectiveness of Breathing Exercises on Stress Reduction among Old Age People
Abstract: Stress is the tear and wears on the body reasoned by continual adjustment to an individual's changing environment. Anything that causes change in our life produces stress. Aging is a natural process. Old age should be regarded as a normal inescapable biological phenomenon. As people become aged, the ability to gain a relaxation response after a stressful event or meeting becomes more difficult. Aging may simply wear out the systems …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge of Staff Nurses Regarding Human Papilloma Virus Vaccine for Prevention of Cervical Cancer in Selected Hospitals of Amritsar with a View to Develop SIM (Self Instructional Module)
Abstract: Cervical cancer is the one of major woman’s reproductive health problems, especially in developing countries, where over 80 percent of the 231,000 yearly deaths from cervical cancer occur. Cervical cancer, like many other illnesses, is a taboo subject in some communities. The concept of preventive screening inevitably raises fears about cancer for many women. The anxiety felt by women (often caused by misconceptions) demands time and attention from health care …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Study of the Surface Roughness (SR) Using Main Effect Plots Using Glycerin and EDM Oil
Abstract: SR plays an important role in determining how an object will interact with its environment in real life scenario. In this paper, aqueous solution of glycerin with 80% glycerin and 20% de-ionized water and kerosene oil have been used as dielectric for this study. Only those parameters which have highest percentage of contribution to SR are generally taken into account. This paper studies SR versus current, duty factor, ton for …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 15–17 Read article
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EFFECTIVENESS OF STP ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING SUBSTANCE ABUSE AMONG ADOLESCENTS: A PRE-EXPERIMENTAL STUDY
Abstract: Background of the study: Substance abuse is a social evil found worldwide. It is prevalent mostly in young children and especially males. Large proportion of world’s population is now under the threat of substance abuse. It is maladaptive pattern of drug use leading to impairment or distress in social and occupational functioning manifested by failure to fulfil major roles. Among the environment factors attributed to drug dependence are rapid technological …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 23–2 8 Read article
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Assessment of Landscape Components in Hospital Environment for General Hospital Buildings in Enugu State, Nigeria
Abstract: The visible landscape is believed to have effect on human beings in many ways in provision of aesthetics appreciation, good health as well as the general well-being of human. It is observed that some of the hospitals in Enugu State, Nigeria lack landscaping elements which have resulted to unhealthy and uncomfortable environment especially to the patients. This research is aim to assess landscaping elements in hospital environment in order to …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–10 Read article