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Synthesis and Characterization of Cesium Intercalated Graphene Thin Film
Abstract: Graphene Oxide (GO) becomes promising two-Dimensional (2D) material in optoelectronics due to its sparkling properties. In preparation step we used Carboxylation of graphene and vacuum filtration to create the free standing thin film of cesium (Cs) intercalated GO. In this work we have synthesized cesium (Cs) intercalated GO thin films at different concentration (0.03, 0.05, 0.1 mol %) by using vacuum filtration method. The functional group present in synthesized thin …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Antibacterial Surface
Abstract: Surface modification of different materials to provide antibacterial properties are getting great attention in the last few decades. Formation of biofilm is one of the major reason of bacterial infections of various biomaterials. Surface coating and functionalization can prevent formation of biofilm for different applications. Formation of biofilm is a complicated process which involves several phenomena occurring over a period of time. Bacterial adhesion is the first step in the …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 45–47 Read article
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Fabrication, Microstructure and Mechanical Behavior of Aluminum Alloy (LM-13) Reinforced with Nano-ZrO2 Particulate Chilled Nano-Metal Matrix Composites (CNMMCs)
Abstract: In the present research, aluminum alloy (LM13) Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) is prepared by stir casting technique and is reinforced with ZrO2 particulates in the weight percent ranging from 3 wt.% to 12 wt.% in the steps of 3 wt.%. The reinforcement i.e., ZrO2 particle size added varies between 100–200 nm. The resulting CNMMCs are solidified under the influence of copper chill of 25 mm thickness to study the effect …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 17–30 Read article
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Tribological Behavior of Chilled Aluminum Alloy (LM-13) Reinforced with Titanium Carbide (TiC) Metal Matrix Composites for Automobile Applications.
Abstract: In the present research, aluminum alloy (LM13) Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) is prepared by stir casting technique and is reinforced with titanium carbide (TiC) particulates in the weight percent ranging from 3 wt.% to 15 wt.% in the steps of 3 wt.%. The dispersoid i.e. TiC particle size added varies between 100–200 µm. The resulting MMCs were solidified under the influence of copper chill of 25 mm thickness to study …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 24–46 Read article
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Study of Dynamic Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Poly(Ether Ether Ketone) Carbon Nanotubes
Abstract: The effect of polyetherimide (PEI) as a compatibilizing agent on the morphology, thermal, electrical and dynamic-mechanical properties of poly(ether ether ketone) (PEEK)/single-walled carbon nanotube (SWCNT) nanocomposites, has been investigated for different CNT loadings. After a pre-processing step based on ball milling and premixing under mechanical treatments in ethanol, the samples were prepared by melt extrusion. A more homogeneous distribution of the CNTs throughout the matrix is found for composites containing …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Design and fabrication of Garbage Cleaner Vehicle
Abstract: The development and construction of a partially automatic electronic rubbish collecting bot vehicles is the subject of the aforementioned study proposal.. The job was completed in light with the existing state of our storage areas, they are filthy with garbage, pollution, and dangerous chemicals. This machine's design to clean the surface of the waste was based on that. To supply the products more quickly, nearly every step of manufacturing is …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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Risk Assessment Using WRAC Tool in a Manufacturing Industry
Abstract: Keeping up a safe workplace is one of the imperative obligations of the management according to labour laws and to ensure the resources. The different sources of hazard in the workplace have a tendency to make harm to the workers, hardware and even the operations. Occupational Risk assessment is a process of identifying the occupational hazards that affect the workers and take steps to eliminate or control the hazards various …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Microstructural and Mechanical Behavior of Al6082/SiC/Gr Hybrid Composites
Abstract: The aim involved in designing metal matrix composite materials is to combine the desirable attributes of metals and ceramics. The present work is focused on the study of behavior of aluminum alloy (Al6082) with SiC and graphite (Gr) composites produced by the stir-casting technique. The reinforcement percentage is varied from 5% to 15% in a step of three. Microstructure test, tensile test, and hardness tests are performed on the samples …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 28–40 Read article
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Software compatibility & execution with additive manufacturing machine
Abstract: The usage of additive manufacturing (AM) for production and final products is expanding quickly. In greater numbers than ever, machineries are able to consistently produce high-quality parts that take use of the inventive complexity presented by the sector. However, the transition from an idea to produced items using digital technology is less seamless and less profitable than it should be. AM components OEMs, AM-enabled job shops, and service bureaus invest …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Design of Flexible Mobile Platforms for Industrial Elevation Tasks
Abstract: The goal of ergonomic risk assessment is to identify and mitigate the risk of injury or discomfort resulting from forceful, uncomfortable, or repetitive movements by evaluating workplace activities and the surrounding environment. The goal of the ergonomic assessment is to make sure that workers are safe and comfortable at work, which can boost output, lower absenteeism, and enhance general job satisfaction.. This will discuss an ergonomic assessment and the steps …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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Computational Analysis of Shockwave–Boundary Layer Interaction at Hypersonic Speeds
Abstract: Successful plan of present-day supersonic and hypersonic vehicles requires a comprehension of the physical stream field structure of shockwave–boundary-layer interactions (SWBLIs) and productive reproduction techniques for their portrayal. The significant focal point of this paper is two-dimensional (2D) hypersonic SBLI as well as stream portrayal and physical properties around SWBLIs; be that as it may, even in ostensibly 2D/axis-symmetric streams, the mean stream measurements might be 3D.The objective of the …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–25 Read article
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Experimental investigation on single cylinder 4-stroke diesel engine using nanofluids as a coolant to compact the system
Abstract: Recent power sectors associated with an internal combustion engine had a crucial challenge to reduce the size and weight of the thermal management system of internal combustion engines. This work aims to reduce the size and weight of the internal combustion engine cooling system by utilizing particular types of working medium as a coolant in place of traditional ones. In this study, the effects of water base CuO nano-coolant on …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 12–25 Read article
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Analytical Modeling of Brick–Mortar Couplet
Abstract: This paper is a presentation of the finite element modeling of stress in a brick–mortar couplet. The brick–mortar couplet here serves as a meaningful substitute for a brick wall structure. In this work, the basic steps in derivation of the element stiffness matrix for a plane stress problem using the displacement approach are presented. The main purpose in the work is to verify the nodal displacements, which in turn would …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 5–13 Read article
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Optimisation of Ratio of Center Distance of Adjacent Hole to Diameter of Pre-stressed Holes by FEA
Abstract: Residual compressive stress zone around a fastener hole is introduced by a process called pre-stressing. This is being done to reduce adverse effect of cyclic tensile stress and to restrict the fatigue crack growth due to material flaws or imperfect surfaces. The objective of this investigation is to optimize the inter-hole distance between adjacent cold expanded holes on a plate restricting the deformation of material between holes to the elastic …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 40–48 Read article
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Design of HVAC System for a Commercial Building
Abstract: As there is an increase in global warming, many important steps have to be taken to decrease its effect and from this project by considering all the factors according to the norms and adding some techniques, it would be helping towards this work. HVAC and R systems stand for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. As the HVAC systems are used in every sector nowadays, like hotels, private and official …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Nonpharmacological Methods for Reducing the Hypertension Among General Population of Kathe-Majrain, Naraingarh District, Ambala, Haryana, during the Year 2019–2020
Abstract: The present study aimed to assess the knowledge regarding non-pharmacological methods to reduce hypertension among general population. In the study, a descriptive survey was used. The sampling technique adopted was non-probability convenient sampling and the sample for the study consisted of 30 from general population. The tools used were performa for selected personal variable and a self-structured knowledge questionnaire for assessing the knowledge of general population. The development of tools …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Risk Assessment of Diabetes Mellitus: Finnish Diabetes Association Scale
Abstract: Objective: To identify the risk of development diabetes among patients and relatives and find out the association of risk of developing diabetes mellitus (DM) with selected demographic variables. Methods: Non-experimental approach, descriptive design was used to measure the risk of development diabetes with 63 samples. Convenient sampling technique was used and the data were collected by Finnish Diabetes Association (FDA) Scale. Result: 49.2 % of subjects had slightly elevated chance …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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EFFICACY OF SELF-INSTRUCTIONAL MODULE ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION TO MAINTAIN HEART HEALTHY IN CARDIAC PATIENTS.
Abstract: Everyone should lead a conscious lifestyle that prevents disease as, individual lifestyle is centralto the development of chronic diseases. Living healthy lifestyle means taking responsibility forown health and well- being, it is the best step forward in our destiny and the advancement ofhumankind. Among the diseases CAD has become an epidemic and chronic increasing numberof deaths among the younger age group affecting the productivity of economy. The purpose ofthis study …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Nipah Virus Infection-What You Need To Know To Take Control
Abstract: Nipah virus infection is a deadly communicable disease. It is a zoonotic disease transmitted especially from pigs and bats. Nipah virus is a member of the family paramyxoviridae, genus henipa virus. The recent outbreak of Nipah virus occurred in Kerala (May 2018). The symptoms include acute respiratory infection, fever, muscle pain, sore throat, confusion, encephalitis, coma etc. It is diagnosed by nasal and throat swabs, virus isolation, Real time polymerase …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 16–19 Read article
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Coronaviruses—An Update
Abstract: The 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) is a novel virus that leads to respiratory problems in individuals and can spread from person to person. This virus was initially recognized during a survey into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. Promotion of a safety environment is a keystone of prevention of spread of organism in health care. Persons of all ages should take necessary steps to protect themselves from the disease.
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 29–32 Read article